Project Engineer

Macmahon; Reefton; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation allowance

FIFO travel and accommodation

Competitive remuneration

Job summary

Macmahon is seeking a Project Engineer to support underground mining operations from Snowy River Gold Mine Project in Reefton, NZ. You will work with Project Managers and site teams to drive performance, improve productivity and deliver strong commercial outcomes.

This role offers exposure to leading equipment and large-scale projects, with a path toward senior technical and leadership roles. Requires a Engineering degree and a solid grasp of budgeting, forecasting and reporting tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
• Strong commercial, financial and analytical skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel, SAP and Power BI for project reporting.

Responsibilities

• Support the Project Manager in delivering operational, financial and contractual project objectives.
• Prepare and monitor project budgets, forecasts, schedules and performance reporting.
• Analyse operational and financial data to identify opportunities to improve productivity, utilisation and profitability.
• Assist with commercial activities including progress claims, contract variations, dayworks and tender submissions.
• Collaborate with operational teams to optimise project outcomes, resource utilisation and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain compliance with safety, contractual and statutory requirements while ensuring accurate project documentation and reporting.

Skills

Budgeting

Forecasting

Cost management

Continuous improvement

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical skills

Microsoft Excel

SAP

Power BI

Communication

Safety

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

SAP

Power BI

Microsoft Excel

Job description

you’ll find something different. We’re a successful mining and civil contractor that’s going places – and we want to take you with us. When you join Macmahon, you’re not just getting a job – you’re joining a quality team that’s built together, and built to last.

Macmahon has more than 30 years’ experience as a leading underground mining contractor. With an ongoing commitment to continuous improvement, our underground mining team applies a strong safety culture to all aspects of operations.

Our site-based teams are the backbone of our operations. You’ll support crews on the ground, keep our sites running smoothly and be part of a team that values capability, reliability and genuine teamwork.

About the Role

As a Project Engineer, you will support the successful delivery of underground mining operations by working closely with Project Managers and site teams to drive performance, improve productivity and achieve strong commercial outcomes.

This is an opportunity to join a high-performing underground mining contractor, gaining exposure to industry-leading equipment, operational practices and large-scale projects. You'll play a key role in project delivery while developing your career towards senior technical and leadership positions.

• Support the Project Manager in delivering operational, financial and contractual project objectives.
• Prepare and monitor project budgets, forecasts, schedules and performance reporting.
• Analyse operational and financial data to identify opportunities to improve productivity, utilisation and profitability.
• Assist with commercial activities including progress claims, contract variations, dayworks and tender submissions.
• Collaborate with operational teams to optimise project outcomes, resource utilisation and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain compliance with safety, contractual and statutory requirements while ensuring accurate project documentation and reporting.

What You’ll Bring

• Previous experience in a Project Engineer, Mining Engineer or similar technical role within underground or contract mining and a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.
• Strong commercial, financial and analytical skills, with experience in budgeting, forecasting, cost management and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, with experience using SAP and Power BI for project reporting and performance analysis.
• Excellent communication, planning and stakeholder engagement skills, with a strong commitment to safety and operational excellence.
• Valid Class 1 (unrestricted manual) New Zealand drivers licence (essential).
• Location: Snowy River Gold Mine Project – Reefton, New Zealand’s South Island
• Roster: 7:7 (Local) or 14:14 (FIFO)
• Accommodation allowance provided for local personnel
• Flights, transport and accommodation provided for FIFO personnel
• Competitive remuneration package

Why Macmahon?

• Be part of a team that looks out for each other. Work with skilled, down-to-earth people
• Learn on the job and broaden your skills across stable opportunities on quality projects