Job title: Mechanical Area Manager
Package: $270-285k + 25% uplift + super
Location: NSW
Project: Major Infrastructure Project

About the Role

An prospect is available for an experienced BOP Mechanical Area Manager to lead mechanical construction activities on a major infrastructure project. You will oversee mechanical installation, subcontractor management, construction planning and delivery, ensuring works are completed safely, on schedule and to the required quality standards.

Key Responsibilities
Lead and manage mechanical construction activities across assigned project areas.
Oversee Mechanical Superintendents, Supervisors, Engineers and subcontractors.
Drive construction progress, productivity, safety and quality performance.
Coordinate mechanical installation works, including pipework, cooling water, drainage, fire protection and associated mechanical systems.
Ensure work packs, drawings, methodologies, materials and resources are ready before construction commences.
Monitor project schedules, workforce requirements, costs and contractor performance.
Manage inspections, quality documentation, defects and non-conformance issues.
Coordinate with engineering, procurement, HSE, project controls and commissioning teams.
Support mechanical completion, testing, commissioning and final handover.




Maintain accurate progress reporting, forecasting and construction documentation.

About You
10–15+ years' experience in mechanical construction, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
Trade qualification in a mechanical discipline and/or a Diploma or Degree in Mechanical Engineering or construction Management.
Proven experience delivering large-scale mechanical construction packages within major infrastructure, mining, power generation or hydro projects.
Demonstrated ability to lead large teams and manage multiple subcontractors across complex construction scopes.
Robust understanding of mechanical installation, pipework systems, construction planning, quality assurance and commissioning processes.
Experience managing construction schedules, productivity, costs and project milestones.

Desirable

Experience on major hydroelectric or underground construction projects, with knowledge of EPC project environments and FIDIC contracts.

Key Highlights
Leadership role on a major infrastructure project.
Chance to oversee complex mechanical construction packages.
Drive safety, quality and delivery across multidisciplinary project teams.
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