Lead Project Engineer

Working with a dynamic, Perth-based engineering consultancy, we are seeking a motivated and experienced Lead Project Engineer to join an owner's team delivering gold projects from study through to commissioning.

ABOUT THE ROLE
Based in Perth with site presence required through construction and commissioning, you will support the Project Manager in delivering multi-disciplinary mining projects on budget, on schedule, and to high-quality standards.

- Project Execution: Provide engineering management, project planning, reporting, and on-site construction support across local and international projects.
- Contracts & Packages: Prepare, evaluate, adjudicate, and award tender and contractor packages.
- Vendor & Interface Management: Manage interfaces and monitor performance across vendors, contractors, and subcontractors.
- Technical Resolution: Interpret engineering drawings, documents, specifications, and scopes to resolve complex technical and design issues.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Liaise directly with key client-side and site stakeholders on technical and project delivery requirements.

ABOUT YOU

- Qualifications: Recognised Engineering Degree (Civil, Mechanical, or SMP background preferred).
- Industry Experience: Essential background in the mining and resources sector across local or international projects.




- Commercial Capability: Proven estimating, tendering, package management, and cost/schedule accountability.
- Risk & Safety Leadership: Robust ability to identify project risks, implement mitigation strategies, and maintain a high standard of workplace health and safety.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU

- Client-Side Exposure: Gain high-level owner's team experience on world-class mining assets.
- Prime Location: Modern Perth Head Office close to public transport, cafes, and amenities.
- Leadership & Growth: Supportive, approachable management team with genuine pathways for career progression.
- Work-Life Balance: Professional, flexible working environment backed by a privately owned Australian business.

ABOUT US
At Zeal Engineering, we deliver world-class project development, engineering, and construction management across the mining, energy, and infrastructure sectors. Operating from Perth with over 70 years of combined global experience, we specialize in pragmatic greenfield and brownfield solutions driven by integrity, safety, and excellence.

HOW TO APPLY
Interested in joining the Zeal Engineering team? Submit your resume detailing your relevant experience to [email protected] or apply directly online today.

📌 Lead Project Engineer (Western Australia)
🏢 Zeal Engineering
📍 Western Australia