Project Engineer - Mechanical

About us

From humble beginnings in 2010, Evolution Mining is now a leading gold producer, operating six mines across Australia and Canada. Enacting our vision to be inspired people creating a premier global gold company, we are indeed a bold team with a bright future. Our operational diversity offers our employees access to many experiences and career opportunities within the one company. So, whether you choose to work at one of our underground or open pit operations, explore for our future as part of our Discovery team, or join our Group Office, we know you'll have a bright future with us.

At Ernest Henry

At Ernest Henry, our mine life extension to 2040 and a doubling of ore reserves offers more operational diversity on site, and a bright future for our people and the community.

Your Benefits 

At Evolution, we support, develop and reward everyone who chooses to be a part of our bright future. Your benefits include relocation assistance, salary packaging (i.e. novated car leasing, remote area housing), quarterly bonuses, employee share scheme, referral bonuses, recognition program, study assistance, discounted health insurance, and allowances for DIDO and local employees.

At Ernest Henry, you can choose what suits your priorities. Work an attractive fly-in/fly-out (FIFO) roster from Brisbane, Cairns or Townsville or a drive-in/drive-out (DIDO) roster and take advantage of our top-class camp, or live local in the close-knit community of Cloncurry and be home every night.

This roster is 8/6 (days) and a 12-hour day.

We understand that flexible work means something different to everyone and encourage you to have a conversation about the flexible work options available.

About the role

Reporting to the Senior Project Engineer, this position is responsible for the design, implementation, and management of Mechanical systems for mining projects, this role requires a strong understanding of Mechanical engineering principles and experience in the mining industry. Mechanical Project Engineer will work closely with project teams, contractors, and stakeholders to ensure the Mechanical components of mining operations meet safety, regulatory, and performance standards.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading multidisciplinary engineering projects from concept to completion, ensuring timely delivery within budget and compliance with safety and quality standards through all project stages from conception to implementation and handover.
• Coordinating with multidisciplinary teams for seamless integration of mechanical systems into mining operations.
• Developing and reviewing mechanical design packages, including equipment layouts, maintenance strategies, and system upgrades, while identifying opportunities for cost savings and efficiency.
• Evaluating and selecting mechanical equipment and technology in line with project requirements and industry advancements.
• Providing technical support during installation and commissioning, conducting site inspections, and resolving mechanical issues.
• Monitoring and ensuring compliance to applicable codes, safety regulations, performance standards, conducting risk assessments, and promoting a culture of safety in all mechanical work.
• Preparing and managing project schedules, budgets, resource plans, and detailed technical documentation.
• Communicating effectively with stakeholders through regular updates, meetings, reports, and presentations.

About You

The ideal candidate will hold an Engineering degree or equivalent with previous experience in mechanical engineering within the mining or heavy industry sectors. Your expertise should span mechanical design, project management, and system integration, focusing on equipment maintenance, system upgrades, and operational efficiency. To be successful in this role, you must excel in stakeholder engagement, building strong relationships, and promoting collaboration across teams. You should demonstrate strategic thinking and problem-solving skills and be able to effectively manage priorities to deliver work within time and resource constraints. It is essential that you have strong written and oral communication abilities to support clear, impactful presentations and reporting. You must commit to living and supporting the Evolution values of Safety, Excellence, Accountability, Respect.

At Evolution, as our name suggests, change and transformation is in our DNA. We want the Evolution experience to be your career highlight. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a more inclusive and diverse workforce that represents the communities in which we operate. Candidates from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. We are focused on keeping our people safe and healthy and creating sustainable value in an environmentally and socially responsible way. Join our bold team to start your next exciting chapter.

To find out more about us and our Ernest Henry Operation, click here: https://joinus.evolutionmining.com/

We thank you for taking the time to submit your application.