Senior Process Engineer – Chlor-Alkali Plant Leader

Coogee; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive annual salary and bonuses

Company Superannuation includingIncome

Company Paid Parental Leave

Annual fitness reimbursement

Flu vaccinations and skin checks

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Coogee is seeking an experienced Senior Process Engineer to lead process engineering across Queensland Chlor Alkali operations. You will provide technical leadership, optimise safety, reliability and performance, and support capital project delivery from concept through commissioning.

Reporting to the Plant Manager, you will mentor engineers, drive process safety initiatives, perform risk assessments (HAZID/HAZOP/LOPA), and ensure compliance with industry standards while delivering value across

Qualifications

• Degree in Chemical Engineering.
• 10+ years' engineering experience in chemical manufacturing, petrochemical, mineral processing or heavy industrial environments.
• Strong understanding of process engineering principles and process safety management.

Responsibilities

• Provide process engineering support and technical leadership across manufacturing operations.
• Lead process safety initiatives and Management of Change (MOC) activities.
• Provide guidance on engineering standards, compliance requirements and industry best practice.
• Coach and mentor engineers and operational personnel to support capability development.
• Drive troubleshooting and resolution of complex process issues.
• Lead capital and operational improvement projects from feasibility through to execution and commissioning.
• Develop business cases, project scopes, budgets, schedules, and capital approval documentation.
• Manage multidisciplinary project teams, contractors, consultants, and vendors.
• Monitor project performance, ensuring delivery against safety, quality, cost, and schedule objectives.
• Identify and manage project risks while maintaining stakeholder engagement throughout the project lifecycle.

Skills

Process Safety Leadership

Project Management

Stakeholder Management

Leadership

Analytical Thinking

Education

Bachelor's or MSc in Chemical Engineering

Tools

HAZOP

HAZID

LOPA

MOC

Job description

Coogee is seeking an experienced Senior Process Engineer to lead process engineering across Queensland Chlor Alkali operations. You will provide technical leadership, optimise safety, reliability and performance, and support capital project delivery from concept through commissioning.

Reporting to the Plant Manager, you will mentor engineers, drive process safety initiatives, perform risk assessments (HAZID/HAZOP/LOPA), and ensure compliance with industry standards while delivering value across