Job Description

The Mechanical Engineer & Estimator is responsible to support the efficient and safe operational management of projects/maintenance/repairs from tender/quotation stage to implementation and completion in the office, on site and/or in the workshop.

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The Mechanical Engineer is also responsible to develop drawings and documentation required for various works as well as be a hands-on and practical support for the Workshop Supervisor and workshop teams both in the workshop and onsite.

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Responsibilities

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The responsibilities of the position include:

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- Design, produce and interpret drawings and documentation for various works as needed.
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- Supporting Workshop Supervisor and workshop team.
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- Assist with hands-on and practical tasks in the workshop and on-site.
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- Support the business in the preparation of information required for estimates and tenders.
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- Support the business in the planning and execution of works.
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- Prepare costing sheets with accurate information for billing.
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- Support the control of projects to ensure delivery in accordance with time, cost and quality.
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- Support project budgets and reports to monitor progress/ status.
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- Support monitoring subcontractor progress claims, including evaluate subcontractor labour and materials variations.
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- General administration, control and reporting of project budgets.
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- Ensure works are completed on time and within budget.
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- Be actively involved in all the quality & site safety planning and management, including SWMS, inspections and incident investigations.
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- Ensure the standard of workmanship is compliant with required specifications and that specified inspections and tests are conducted,



and records maintained to substantiate conformance.
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- Support the Business Manager to facilitate preparation of client invoices and timesheet queries.
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Qualifications, Knowledge/ Skills/ Experience

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Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering or equivalent

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Minimum 3 years industry experience, including estimating (preferred)

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CAD (Autodesk Inventor)

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Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written).

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Ability to liaise with existing and potential clients in a sales and engineering capacity.

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High level of organisational, time management and problem-solving skills.

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Sound computer literacy, particularly Microsoft suite, MS Project highly desirable.

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Research, read, interpret and apply various Compliance Standards, Codes, Tech Notes, Guidelines, etc.

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Documentation, quality control and cost control experience.

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Communication skills, with the ability to lead and liaise with a workshop team.

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Ability to produce and read drawings, including field hand sketches and computer drawings.

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Ability to read, use and interpret engineering tolerances, designs, notations & symbols.

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Ability to use, read and interpret manual and electronic measuring tools and equipment.

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Ability to assist with hands-on and practical tasks in the workshop and in office.

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Ready to take the next step?

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Join JVA Eng. and be part of a multidisciplinary engineering company delivering end-to-end solutions across complex projects and industries.

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If you're passionate about engineering excellence, innovation, and solving real-world challenges, you'll have the prospect to collaborate with talented professionals and make a meaningful impact in a dynamic, forward-thinking team.

📌 Mechanical Engineer and Estimator (Victoria)
🏢 JVA Engineering
📍 Victoria