Job Description
The Opportunity
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We're looking for an experienced and driven Project Engineer to join our Engineering team at our iconic Wahgunyah Factory, home to Nestlé Uncle Tobys Snacks and Cereals on a
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2 year fixed term contract. As our Project Engineer, you'll take ownership of major capital investment projects across the site, ensuring successful delivery against safety, quality, cost, and timeline objectives.
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The Opportunity
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We're looking for an experienced and driven Project Engineer to join our Engineering team at our iconic Wahgunyah Factory, home to Nestlé Uncle Tobys Snacks and Cereals on a 2 year fixed term contract. As our Project Engineer, you'll take ownership of major capital investment projects across the site, ensuring successful delivery against safety, quality, cost, and timeline objectives.
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Reporting to the Engineering Manager, you'll work closely with stakeholders across operations, engineering, quality, safety, and external contractors to deliver projects that drive business performance and operational excellence.
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A Day in the life...
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Manage capital projects from concept development through to implementation and handover.
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Develop project charters and ensure project objectives are achieved throughout the lifecycle.
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Deliver projects on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
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Ensure compliance with Nestlé engineering standards, local regulations, and safety requirements.
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Promote safe work practices and foster a culture of safety excellence across project teams.
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Ensure Hygienic Design, GMP, CIP, and food manufacturing standards are integrated into project execution.
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Lead and coordinate cross-functional project teams.
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Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
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Manage project communications, governance, and steering committee engagement.
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Partner with operations and start-up teams to ensure smooth project commissioning and transition into production.
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Identify and manage project risks, opportunities, and continuous improvement initiatives.
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Are you a fit?
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You will bring:
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Degree qualifications in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Chemical, Mechatronics Engineering, or a related discipline.
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5+ years' engineering experience, including leading capital projects up to $10M.
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Solid project management capability, including planning, budgeting, risk management, and stakeholder engagement
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Experience across engineering design, installation, commissioning, and project execution.
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Food manufacturing experience (highly regarded)
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Knowledge of Hygienic Design, CIP systems, GMP, and manufacturing best practices.
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Exceptional communication and influencing skills with the ability to engage teams at all levels.
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Demonstrated success leading contractors, trades, and large-scale installations while maintaining high safety and quality standards.
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Strong self-management and accountability, with a focus on delivering results.
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Candidates who have previously applied and been assessed for this position will already be under consideration and do not need to submit a new application.
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Benefits
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You will have the chance to work with an outstanding and highly engaged team, build and grow your career with an inclusive, global FMCG leader.
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In addition, we offer:
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Varied career experiences and personalised development support
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Access up to 5 additional days of leave to support your health and wellbeing
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Wellbeing benefits including vaccinations and health insurance discounts
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Diversity & Inclusion initiatives and program
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Paid parental and partner leave
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Purchase Leave Scheme
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Volunteering leave, Sports leave, Emergency Services leave
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Discounted Nestlé products
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Salary Sacrifice to Superannuation
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Our Story
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At Nestlé, we want to help shape a better and healthier world, inspire people to live healthier lives and deliver impact at a scale and pace that makes a difference. We do this by fostering an inclusive, diverse, and collaborative environment, embracing innovation, and empowering people and teams to win.
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We aim to hire respectful, curious, value driven and inspiring people who care about the people's lives that we touch every single day.
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Be a force for good.
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We want to make finding your dream job possible.
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For more information, please visit our website Nestlé Australia Home | Nestlé Australia (nestle.com.au)
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📌 Project Engineer (Victoria)
🏢 Nestlé
📍 Victoria