Mechanical Project Lead – Surface Projects The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Project Lead to lead the delivery of surface mechanical capital projects at a Tier 1 Mining Operator in Queensland.

With a significant capital program underway, this role will manage the end-to-end delivery of critical surface mechanical infrastructure including fixed plant, materials handling systems, pumping infrastructure, workshops, processing infrastructure, structural/mechanical installations, and associated site upgrades.

This position is responsible for ensuring projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and to the required quality and technical standards.

Contract & Roster

- Contractor Position
- Initial 12-month+ contract (likely a 2-year capital program)
- 8 days on / 6 days off FIFO roster
- Direct flights to site from Cairns, Townsville or Brisbane
- Meals and accommodation provided

Key Responsibilities

Reporting to the Capital Projects Lead, you will:

- Manage the full project lifecycle from planning through to construction, commissioning and handover
- Lead multidisciplinary project teams including engineers, supervisors, trades and contractors
- Ensure compliance with site safety, statutory, environmental and operational requirements
- Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, forecasts and cost controls
- Coordinate procurement, contractor engagement and site execution activities
- Oversee mechanical installation works including fixed plant, pumping systems, materials handling equipment, structural/mechanical infrastructure and associated surface facilities
- Coordinate interfaces between mechanical, structural, electrical, civil and operational disciplines
- Manage project risks and implement effective mitigation strategies




- Manage change control processes and stakeholder communication
- Drive quality assurance, inspection, testing and commissioning readiness
- Coordinate shutdowns and operational interfaces where required
- Provide regular reporting to senior stakeholders on project performance, progress, cost and risks

About You

You are a delivery-focused Mechanical Project Manager with solid surface mining capital project experience.

You will demonstrate:

- 5+ years' experience in mining or heavy industrial project environments
- Proven experience delivering mechanical capital projects within surface mining operations
- Mechanical Engineering degree or trade background with strong project management experience
- Experience managing budgets, contracts, schedules and project controls
- Strong knowledge of fixed plant, pumping systems, materials handling, workshops and surface mechanical infrastructure
- Experience working within Tier 1 mining operational environments
- Strong contractor and construction management capability
- Experience managing multidisciplinary interfaces and working within live operational environments
- Proficiency with SAP, MS Project and Microsoft Office
- Excellent stakeholder engagement, communication and leadership skills
- Project Management qualifications (PMP, PRINCE2 or equivalent) will be highly regarded

Why This Role?

This is an opportunity to lead the delivery of critical surface mechanical infrastructure within a significant capital program at a Tier 1 mining operation. You will play a key role in delivering projects that support production, reliability, operational efficiency and long-term site capability.

If you are a results-driven Mechanical Project Manager seeking a technically challenging FIFO capital delivery role, we would welcome your application.

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