Senior Mechanical Engineer Project Manager

at; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 189,000 - 256,000; Full time

Job summary

WorkPac is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineering Project Manager to oversee multiple projects across surface maintenance at a major resources operation in Australia. The role takes ownership from planning through to completion, coordinating maintenance, engineering and operations teams to deliver safe, efficient project outcomes.

You will manage schedules, budgets, risks and contractor performance on mechanical projects, including concentrator tanks, hydro infrastructure and smelter

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of multiple mechanical projects across surface maintenance operations.
• Manage projects from planning and mobilisation through to execution, completion and close-out.
• Coordinate contractors, engineering teams, maintenance personnel and key site stakeholders.
• Manage project schedules, budgets, resources, risks and reporting requirements.
• Ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently and in accordance with site standards and procedures.
• Provide strong project leadership across major assets including concentrator tanks, hydro infrastructure and smelter facilities.
• Support project handover, commissioning and close-out activities.

Job description

Senior Mechanical Engineer Project Manager

Senior Mechanical Engineering Project Manager opportunity supporting multiple projects across surface maintenance, including major concentrator tanks, hydro and smelter facilities.

$161.50 per hour | 4:3 roster | Site-based, with an ongoing opportunity across a diverse project portfolio

Bring your established project management experience to a critical site-based role, managing complex mechanical projects across a major resources operation.

About the Client

Our client is a leading global resources company with extensive operations across Australia, delivering large-scale mining projects and supporting critical resources infrastructure. Our client has a strong focus on safety, operational excellence and sustainable resource development, providing a diverse and highly technical working environment across its operations.

About the Position

This is a senior Mechanical Engineering Project Manager role overseeing multiple projects across surface maintenance, including major concentrator tanks, hydro infrastructure and smelter facilities. You will take ownership of projects from planning through to completion, working closely with maintenance, engineering and operational teams to deliver safe, efficient and successful project outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the delivery of multiple mechanical projects across surface maintenance operations.

Manage projects from planning and mobilisation through to execution, completion and close-out.

Coordinate contractors, engineering teams, maintenance personnel and key site stakeholders.

Manage project schedules, budgets, resources, risks and reporting requirements.

Ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently and in accordance with site standards and procedures.

Provide strong project leadership across major assets including concentrator tanks, hydro infrastructure and smelter facilities.

Support project handover, commissioning and close-out activities.

Experience Required

Several years’ experience in Project Management within a mining, resources, heavy industrial or similar environment.

Strong mechanical engineering background with proven experience delivering mechanical projects.

Demonstrated experience managing multiple projects concurrently from concept through to completion.

Previous experience across surface maintenance projects is highly desirable.

Strong understanding of project planning, scheduling, contractor management and project controls.

Ability to confidently manage stakeholders across engineering, maintenance, operations and contracting teams.

Experience working on major mining or processing facilities is highly regarded.

Civil project management experience would be advantageous but is not essential.

At WorkPac, we foster a work environment where everyone feels welcome and valued. As an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and embrace diversity in race, gender, age, religion, culture, and ability.