Mechanical Project Lead

Mechanical Project Lead – Surface Projects

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Project Lead to lead the delivery of surface mechanical capital projects at a Tier 1 Mining Operator in Queensland.

With a significant capital program underway, this role will manage the end-to-end delivery of critical surface mechanical infrastructure including fixed plant, materials handling systems, pumping infrastructure, workshops, processing infrastructure, structural/mechanical installations, and associated site upgrades.

This position is responsible for ensuring projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and to the required quality and technical standards.

Contract & Roster

• Contractor Position
• Initial 12-month+ contract (likely a 2-year capital program)
• 8 days on / 6 days off FIFO roster
• Direct flights to site from Cairns, Townsville or Brisbane
• Meals and accommodation provided

Key Responsibilities

Reporting to the Capital Projects Lead, you will:

• Manage the full project lifecycle from planning through to construction, commissioning and handover
• Lead multidisciplinary project teams including engineers, supervisors, trades and contractors
• Ensure compliance with site safety, statutory, environmental and operational requirements
• Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, forecasts and cost controls
• Coordinate procurement, contractor engagement and site execution activities
• Oversee mechanical installation works including fixed plant, pumping systems, materials handling equipment, structural/mechanical infrastructure and associated surface facilities
• Coordinate interfaces between mechanical, structural, electrical, civil and operational disciplines
• Manage project risks and implement effective mitigation strategies
• Manage change control processes and stakeholder communication
• Drive quality assurance, inspection, testing and commissioning readiness
• Coordinate shutdowns and operational interfaces where required
• Provide regular reporting to senior stakeholders on project performance, progress, cost and risks

About You

You are a delivery-focused Mechanical Project Manager with strong surface mining capital project experience.

You will demonstrate:

• 5+ years' experience in mining or heavy industrial project environments
• Proven experience delivering mechanical capital projects within surface mining operations
• Mechanical Engineering degree or trade background with strong project management experience
• Experience managing budgets, contracts, schedules and project controls
• Strong knowledge of fixed plant, pumping systems, materials handling, workshops and surface mechanical infrastructure
• Experience working within Tier 1 mining operational environments
• Strong contractor and construction management capability
• Experience managing multidisciplinary interfaces and working within live operational environments
• Proficiency with SAP, MS Project and Microsoft Office
• Excellent stakeholder engagement, communication and leadership skills
• Project Management qualifications (PMP, PRINCE2 or equivalent) will be highly regarded

Why This Role?

This is an opportunity to lead the delivery of critical surface mechanical infrastructure within a significant capital program at a Tier 1 mining operation. You will play a key role in delivering projects that support production, reliability, operational efficiency and long-term site capability.

If you are a results-driven Mechanical Project Manager seeking a technically challenging FIFO capital delivery role, we would welcome your application.