Senior Projects & Maintenance Engineer

SUEZ; City Of Kwinana; On-site; AUD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Wellbeing program

Employee assistance program

Job summary

A leading water and waste management firm is seeking a Senior Projects & Maintenance Engineer for their Perth Seawater Desalination Plant. As part of the role, you will lead critical maintenance and project work while providing mechanical engineering support. The ideal candidate should have a degree in Mechanical Engineering and at least 5 years of experience in maintenance or engineering. Responsibilities include resource planning, budget management, and promoting a safe operational environment. The position requires excellent communication skills and a strong commitment to safety.

Qualifications

• A strong commitment to safety and compliance.
• Proven problem-solving capability.
• Ability to train, coach, and mentor others.
• Must have problem-solving capability and ability to forecast and plan future workloads.

Responsibilities

• Provide mechanical engineering support.
• Lead and supervise maintenance and project work.
• Develop scopes and execute plans.
• Oversee delivery of onsite/offsite works.
• Contribute to monthly reporting and risk/opportunity mitigation.
• Maintain project documentation in CMMS and related systems.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Communication

Team Coordination

Safety Compliance

Problem Solving

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

SUEZ is a global leader in the water and waste management sectors. We have been operating for over 160 years, employing more than 45,000 people across 40 countries — all united by one common objective: to protect our resources and improve the quality of life wherever we operate.

In Australia, SUEZ provides access to drinking water for over 14 million Australians and wastewater treatment services for a further 3.5 million. Our core services include Design & Build, Operations & Maintenance, Build Own Operate & Transfer (BOOT), and a range of partnership models.

With a truly global footprint and a diverse workforce, we bring a worldwide perspective to everything we do, enriching our solutions and strategies. We celebrate our differences and understand that diversity fuels creativity and innovation, fostering a collaborative and inclusive work culture.

We believe in providing equal opportunities for career development and advancement. Our supportive and engaging environment encourages innovation and is future-focused for the next generations. SUEZ supports flexible working arrangements to help employees find the right balance between work and home life. Your wellbeing is a priority — supported through our wellbeing program with monthly initiatives and 24/7 access to our employee assistance program.

About the role

Due to an internal promotion, we are looking to appoint a Senior Projects & Maintenance Engineer, based at our Perth Seawater Desalination Plant.

Reporting to the Asset Manager, your role responsibilities will include:

• Provide mechanical engineering support, including technical guidance, work packages, investigations, design reviews and shutdown/project scoping.
• Lead and supervise critical maintenance and project work, coordinating internal teams and external specialists.
• Develop scopes, methodologies and execution plans, including subcontractor engagement.
• Optimise resource use through detailed work planning, scheduling and work order management.
• Support the Asset Manager with day‑to‑day activities and provide leave coverage.
• Prepare and manage annual maintenance project business cases, budgets and schedules.
• Oversee delivery of onsite/offsite works to required standards, timelines and costs.
• Contribute to monthly reporting, identifying risks, opportunities and mitigation strategies.
• Ensure accurate project documentation through CMMS, project management systems and MOC processes.
• Assist in maintaining operational and maintenance documentation.
• Participate in site safety, OH&S and environmental programs, promoting a proactive safety culture.
• Provide after‑hours technical support when required.

About you

A Degree in Mechanical Engineering is required, along with a strong commitment to safety, compliance and continuous improvement. The ideal candidate will demonstrate the ability to train, coach and mentor others, combined with excellent communication, interpersonal and stakeholder‑management skills. They should possess proven problem‑solving capability and the ability to forecast and plan future workloads. Knowledge of regulatory requirements for fixed‑plant assets and proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite are essential. Required tickets and training include Dangerous Goods, Working at Heights, Confined Space, First Aid and a WA Driver’s Licence.

Desirable attributes include 5+ years in a maintenance or engineering environment, as well as experience within manufacturing, utilities or mining sectors. Candidates who have applied standards, codes, policies and procedures in industrial work scopes will be highly regarded. Additional licences such as Forklift, Scissor Lift or EWP are also advantageous.

Applications close 4th March 2026.

NB We will not be accepting resumes from 3rd Party agency providers.

The position is a site-based role at Kwinana WA