* Mining / Oil & Gas / Utilities
* Engineering & Maintenance
* Nambour
* Permanent / Full Time
* Great working conditions and hours
* Join an industry leader in Mining Contracting
* Previous experience in planning for heavy equipment is required
MacKellar are an industry leader in the mining and civil earthmoving industries with over 50 years' experience. We supply and maintain a large fleet of heavy earthmoving equipment across Australia and take pride in our people, our safety culture, and maintaining our equipment to a high standard.
Due to continued growth, we have a new opportunity for an experienced Commercial and Technical Support Engineer to be based in our head office on the Sunshine Coast
Responsibilities:
* Analysis of projects to determine the value drivers of the contract model to improve outcomes for the client and Mackellar
* Track and manage project change notices, variations and correspondence to ensure timely delivery and resolution
* Apply estimating, costing expertise and claim management to improve financial and operational outcomes at each project
* Contribute to the financial and commercial performance at each project
* Liaise with site engineers, superintendents and managers to ensure consistent project reporting
* Depending on experience, provide mentorship and leadership to developing engineers
* Assist in reviewing project performance monthly
* Relief PM/Mining Engineer as required
Requirements:
* Relevant tertiary qualifications in Mining or Civil Engineering (or equivalent).
* At least 5 years' experience in an operational mining engineering capacity (preferably open cut).
* Previous experience in contract management under various contract models.
* Strong and demonstrated skills in cost and contract management.
* Analytical, problem-solving and decision-making capability.
* Ability to travel regularly to visit project technical and operational staff.
* A genuine commitment to maintaining best practices in health and safety.
* Excellent communication, analytical, and time-management skills.
Why MacKellar
* Permanent opportunity, work close to home on the Sunshine Coast
* Long term projects with well-established site-based teams
At MacKellar our core values are Integrity, Caring, Respect, and Courage. We take pride in our people and our safety culture.
Only suitable applicants will be contacted.