Engineering Manager (Mining & Process Plants) – Brisbane, QLD 4101 Australia
12-Month Contract
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Engineering Manager / Senior Project Engineer to support the delivery of major mining and mineral processing projects. This role will play a key part across study phases (PFS/DFS/FEED) and/or project delivery, working closely with EPCM partners and multi‐disciplinary engineering teams. This is a hands‐on leadership role requiring both technical expertise and coordination capability, with involvement across design, stakeholder engagement, and project execution.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and coordinate engineering activities across studies and/or project delivery phases.
* Provide oversight and direction to multi-disciplinary design teams.
* Manage scope, schedule, and cost inputs, including CAPEX estimation support.
* Review and approve engineering deliverables to ensure quality and compliance.
* Interface closely with clients, consultants, and internal stakeholders.
* Support project reporting and progress tracking.
* Contribute technically where required (not purely managerial).
Key Requirements
* Strong experience in mining / mineral processing / process plant projects (essential).
* Background in engineering design (civil, mechanical, structural, or process).
* Demonstrated experience in engineering management and/or project engineering roles.
* Proven ability to lead PFS, DFS, FEED and/or detailed design phases.
* Experience working within EPCM or engineering consultancy environments.
* Strong understanding of CAPEX estimates, design reviews, and project delivery frameworks.
* Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
Ideal Background
* 15–30+ years' experience within mining / resources projects.
* Experience across process plants, concentrators, and associated infrastructure.
* Exposure to both greenfield and brownfield developments.
* Track record delivering projects through study and execution phases.
Nice to Have
* Experience working on the owner's team or in study management roles.
* Exposure to tailings, water infrastructure, or non-process infrastructure (NPI).
* Experience on international mining projects.
Only candidates with the right to work in Australia will be considered.
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