Join an exciting and energetic Engineering Projects team supporting BHP’s Eastern Pilbara Iron Ore operations. This is a site-based opportunity where you’ll manage multiple sustaining capital projects end-to-end—initially focused on shutdown-dependent electrical works including MCC replacement—with solid autonomy, support from established project frameworks, and exposure to a diverse FY27–FY28 portfolio.

Required Skills
Electrical background: Electrical Engineering degree or Electrical Trade qualification/strong electrical delivery background
Demonstrated project management experience across the full lifecycle (scope → design → procurement → execution → commissioning/handover)
Proven experience delivering shutdown-dependent electrical projects (critical path, outage/shutdown tie-ins)
Robust capability in:
Schedule development and management (Primavera P6 and/or MS Project)
Cost estimating and budget tracking
Stakeholder engagement across operations, engineering, vendors and contractors
Clear written and verbal communication
Solid safety mindset and disciplined risk management approach

Nice to Have Skills




Primavera P6 proficiency (if you’re strong in MS Project, that’s still valuable)
Prior FIFO / site-based project delivery experience in mining or heavy industry
Experience with multi-discipline project portfolios ($1M–$50M range)

Preferred Education and Experience
Qualification in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Trade (or equivalent demonstrated experience)
A formal Project Management qualification is highly regarded
Experience working within structured project governance frameworks in operational environments

Other Requirements
Ability to work site-based on a 5:2, 4:3 roster in the Eastern Pilbara
Flexibility to align delivery to shutdown windows and operational priorities
PAYG contract role: $110.00/hr base + super, initial 12-month contract with strong extension potential; start ASAP (we will wait for the right person)

If you’re ready to lead critical electrical projects that directly support mine performance and reliability, apply now with your CV—shortlisting is underway.

📌 Electrical Project Engineer 5:2 4:3 Perth
🏢 Chandler Macleod
📍 Perth