Department Manager, Mechanical Engineering

WorleyParsons; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 156,000 - 207,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Department Manager for Mechanical Engineering in Vancouver. This full-time role involves leading a talented team, ensuring high-quality project deliverables, and fostering a collaborative environment. You will be responsible for mentoring staff, managing resources across complex projects, and maintaining compliance with industry regulations. Join a forward-thinking company committed to sustainable energy solutions and make a significant impact in a dynamic and supportive workplace. If you have a passion for engineering and leadership, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Significant supervisory experience with a focus on mentoring and performance management.
• Ability to manage resources across multiple complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop team members while managing project staffing and quality deliverables.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Project Management

Coaching and Mentoring

Technical Consultation

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Education

Engineering Degree in Mechanical Discipline

Job description

Job Description - Department Manager, Mechanical Engineering (VAN00HI)

Department Manager, Mechanical Engineering - VAN00HI

Company : Worley

Primary Location

Job

Job

: Mechanical

Schedule

Schedule

: Full-time

Employment Type : Employee

Job Level : Manager

Job Posting

Job Posting

: Apr 24, 2025

Unposting Date

Unposting Date

: May 25, 2025

Reporting Manager Title : Senior Director, Engineering

Building on our past. Ready for the future

Worley is a global professional services company of energy, chemicals and resources experts. We partner with customers to deliver projects and create value over the life of their assets. We’re bridging two worlds, moving towards more sustainable energy sources, while helping to provide the energy, chemicals and resources needed now.

Purpose:

We are currently recruiting for a Department Manager, Mechanical Engineering. Our team includes world class experts and dynamic go-getters. This is a full-time position based in Vancouver, British Columbia.

Responsibilities:

• Accountable for leading team members including their ongoing development and their assignment on projects.
• Maintain team chargeability targets as set by the Director of Engineering.
• Maintain individual chargeability targets as set by the Director of Engineering.
• Control discipline staffing levels and monitor project discipline structures.
• Create and maintain discipline guidelines.
• Ensure mentoring & training requirements are met.
• Manage the employee performance review process.
• Facilitate coverage of activities when people leave the team.
• Ensure Mechanical and Piping Engineering discipline technical work and team activities meet all health, safety, environmental, and security requirements.
• Assist in developing proposals and manhour estimates as required.
• Provide technical consultation to customer and Company management as needed.
• Responsible for the overall quality of deliverables produced within his / her department.
• Ensure compliance with all laws and regulations applicable to the business unit.
• Set standards and goals; enforce company policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with all Human Resources policies; recommends additions or revisions as appropriate.
• Build appropriate, constructive, and effective business relationships throughout the organization including with workshare offices; use diplomacy and tact; be approachable; communicate clearly, accurately, and consistently both verbally and in written matters. Employ the principles of active listening and encourage feedback from others.
• Support project discipline leads, assist in resolving project delivery issues, and support leads in achieving their workshare targets.

What you will bring:

Technical and Industry Experience:

• Significant experience including technical and staff supervisory experience.
• Experience with coaching, mentoring and managing performance.
• Ability to manage resources for multiple complex projects.
• Experience with recruiting, interviewing, and hiring of personnel.
• A strong background in discipline work, and a competent understanding of regulations, codes, manufacturing standards, and industry standard practices.
• Experience in discipline setup, instituting work processes, monitoring a team, producing deliverables, and project delivery.
• Capable of effectively communicating and presenting complex program proposals and resource plans.
• Proven leadership skills in multi-cultural and multi-office environments with a cooperative team approach.
• Commitment to customer service and ability to work in a team-oriented environment.
• Experience in the development of proposals and manhour estimates.
• Strong understanding of project delivery, execution, and problem solving.
• Prior resource management and leadership experience.
• Knowledge and experience in working with external workshare offices.
• P. Eng. in any Canadian province is preferred.

Education – Qualifications, Accreditation, Training:

Required:

• Engineering degree in Mechanical Discipline. Working knowledge in Mechanical Engineering or Piping Engineering.

For applicants based in the province of British Columbia, the salary range is $156,332 to $206,490.
Application of the pay band: Variation in salary is determined by factors such as the candidate’s qualifications, relevant years of experience, geographic location, internal pay equity, and prevailing market conditions for the specific role.

Please note: No agency representation or submissions will be recognized for this vacancy.

Worley is committed to providing a fair and equitable hiring process for all applicants. As part of this commitment, Worley will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. If you require any accommodations or assistance, please contact us at: [e-mail]

Moving forward together

Whatever your ambition, there’s a path for you here. And there’s no barrier to your potential career success. Join us to broaden your horizons, explore diverse opportunities, and be part of delivering sustainable change.

Ready to join us? Apply now to submit your CV.