- Lead Major Mechanical Projects Across a Large-Scale Mining Operation
- 5:2 Roster with Camp Accommodation and Friday WFH Flexibility
- Manage Projects from Front-End Studies Through to Construction Delivery

Lead mechanical capital projects from design to commissioning while enjoying a 5:2 roster

Your new company

Our client is a leading Australian resources organisation with a strong focus on operational excellence, innovation, and sustainable growth. With significant investment in asset upgrades and infrastructure improvements, they offer the chance to work on challenging and rewarding projects within a supportive and high-performing team.

Your new role

As a Mechanical Project Manager, you will be responsible for delivering a portfolio of mechanical capital projects from concept through to commissioning and handover. Working closely with engineering consultants, contractors, operations teams, and key stakeholders, you will ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and in line with business objectives.

- Managing mechanical projects through all phases of the project life cycle
- Coordinating consultants during scoping, study, and detailed design stages
- Managing project schedules, budgets, risks, and reporting requirements
- Overseeing contractor performance and ensuring contractual obligations are met
- Leading project execution, construction activities, commissioning, and handover
- Ensuring project documentation is maintained and complies with governance requirements
- Collaborating with maintenance, operations, engineering, and site leadership teams
- Monitoring project performance and driving continuous improvement initiatives
- Ensuring all works are completed in accordance with safety, quality, and environmental standards





What you'll need to succeed

- Demonstrated experience managing mechanical projects within mining, resources, heavy industry, manufacturing, or infrastructure environments
- Proven experience managing consultants through early study and detailed design phases
- Experience delivering projects through execution, construction, and commissioning
- Strong understanding of project governance, project controls, and delivery documentation
- Sound knowledge of contract administration and contractor management
- Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple project priorities in a fast-paced operational environment
- Mechanical Engineering qualifications or a Mechanical Trade background will be highly regarded
- Commitment to maintaining high safety and operational standards

What you'll get in return

This is an exciting opportunity to join a leading mining operation and play a key role in the delivery of critical mechanical infrastructure and asset improvement projects. You'll enjoy a Monday-to-Thursday site-based roster with the flexibility to work from home on Fridays, camp accommodation provided, and the choice of FIFO or DIDO arrangements. Working within a collaborative and experienced project team, you'll have the opportunity to make a tangible impact while further developing your project management career in a dynamic mining environment.

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, applications can be submitted via the "apply now" button. Please ensure you are submitting an up-to-date CV. If you have any further questions, please call Jennah Murray 07 4960 1129.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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