OverviewThe CompanyOur client is an established FMCG manufacturing business with a strong operational footprint and ongoing investment across its site and production capability.
As part of continued growth and future planning, they have created a new Senior Project Engineer role to support major capital works, process upgrades, and continuous improvement initiatives across the business.
The role will work closely with site leadership.BenefitsNewly created role with strong visibility across the businessExposure to major capital and infrastructure projectsGrowth potential in the businessThe RoleThe RoleThe Senior Project Engineer will take ownership of a diverse portfolio of capital and process engineering projects across the site, operating in a highly hands-on capacity.
The role will be responsible for delivering projects from concept through to execution in a live manufacturing environment, working closely with internal stakeholders and external partners to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant outcomes.Key responsibilitiesManaging the development of current land and construction of a new warehouse, including engagement with surveyors, council, builders, and design-and-construct partnersLeading the overhaul and optimisation of various production lines,



including layout, pumps, piping, and process improvementDelivering continuous improvement initiatives across safety, efficiency, reliability, and performanceCollaborating closely with Maintenance, Production, and QualitySkills & ExperienceBackground asa Project Engineer or similar role within food, FMCG, or manufacturingExposure to capital projects, process engineering, and brownfield upgradesUnderstanding of project management methodologies, including planning and scheduling tools such as Gantt chartsHands-on, practical approach with the ability to work effectively in a live production environmentStrong communication skills and a people-centric mindset; experience in a small to medium-sized or privately owned business will be highly regardedFor More InformationFor a brief, confidential discussion about this role or your next career move, please contact Khalid Belhaj via or on By engaging Miller Leith for recruitment services and/or career support, you are agreeing to our Privacy Policy and Candidate Consent Form.
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📌 Senior Project Engineer (Melbourne)
🏢 Miller Leith
📍 Melbourne