Project Engineer

Opal; Sydney; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Opal in Botany, NSW is seeking an experienced Project Engineer to drive capital expenditure initiatives within our paper mill. You will oversee multiple concurrent projects, ensure safety and compliance, and partner with site teams to deliver on-time, on-budget outcomes.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's degree in engineering (mechatronics, mechanical or chemical) and have at least 5 years' experience in project engineering/management, with a track record in continuous manufacturing or heavy

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (mechatronics, mechanical or chemical).
• 5 years' experience in project engineering/ project management.
• Experience in continuous manufacturing or heavy industry preferred.
• Ability to communicate with multiple stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Identify and scope CAPEX projects.
• Oversee the implementation of CAPEX projects.
• Manage multiple projects across the paper mill operation.
• Ensure change management is structured and controlled.
• Work with site groups to scope and develop project plans.
• Set and manage the project budget.
• Identify project risks and implement mitigation plans.
• Coordinate activities with contractors and external project managers.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Stakeholder management

Influencing stakeholders

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering (mechatronics, mechanical or chemical)

Job description

We manufacture goods that you see, touch, and use every day and our customer base includes some of the biggest names in FMCG, Retail and Fresh Produce.

We stand for innovation, smart solutions, and sustainability!

Discover the Opportunity….

Opal is an industry-leading paper and packaging business across Australia and New Zealand. We have an exciting opportunity to join the Opal team as our site in Botany, NSW is currently looking for an experienced Project Engineer to come onboard!

With the ongoing development of our Paper Mill in Botany, there is a strong pipeline of initiatives that require dedicated project management to see them through to completion, with a high level of emphasis on safety/compliance, efficiency, and profitability.

Overseeing a range of multi-disciplined projects, the key focus of this role will be to:

• Properly identify and scope CAPEX projects
• Oversee the implementation of CAPEX projects
• Manage multiple projects across the entire paper mill operation
• Ensure Change management is handled in structured and controlled manner
• Working closely with the site groups to scope and develop project plans
• Setting and managing the project budget
• Identifying project risks and implement mitigation plans
• Coordinating all activities and work for the initiatives link to project (including: coordinate with contractors, manage work teams, liaise with external project managers, etc.)

We can offer a varied career journey with experiential learning gained from cross-functional and lateral moves. We embrace diversity in all its forms, and we look for curious individuals who thrive in an environment of change.

For this role we would ideally like you to have:

• A bachelor's degree engineering degree (mechatronics, mechanical or chemical)
• 5 years of experience in project engineering/ project management
• Ability to communicate effectively with multiple stakeholders
• Experience in overseeing multiple projects at once
• Previous experience working in a continuous manufacturing environment (preferably heavy industry)
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to influence stakeholders