Senior Process Engineer

Senior Process Engineer

The Senior Process Engineer is a strategic and technical leadership role designed to support the Senior Reliability and Continuous Improvement Manager as a 2IC. This role goes beyond traditional process engineering, requiring a strong team player who can lead initiatives to improve customer site performance and internal processes. The Senior PE will drive lean transformation efforts, champion continuous improvement, and foster a culture of collaboration and innovation. They will work closely with cross-functional teams and customers, using advanced data analytics and problem-solving methodologies to deliver measurable results. This role is ideal for someone with strong communication skills, a proactive mindset, and a passion for developing others and driving operational excellence.

• Act as 2IC to the Senior Reliability and Continuous Improvement Manager, supporting strategic initiatives and team leadership.
  
• Lead efforts to improve customer site performance through data-driven insights and proactive engineering solutions.
  
• Champion internal process improvements aligned with lean transformation goals to enhance stability and accelerate continuous improvement.
  
• Foster a collaborative team culture, mentoring engineers and promoting knowledge sharing and innovation.
  
• Drive RMR (Revisions, Modifications, Retrofits) projects from concept to completion, ensuring alignment with customer needs and business goals.
  
• Represent the team in customer meetings and presentations, translating technical insights into actionable strategies.
  
• Collaborate with service teams to embed lean principles and support the transformation journey.
  
• Communicate effectively across all levels of the organisation, ensuring transparency and alignment on performance and improvement actions.
  

• Education: bachelor's or master's degree in engineering or a related field.
  
• Continuous Improvement: Demonstrated success in driving continuous improvement and leading lean transformation initiatives.
  
• Problem Solving: Strong problem-solving skills with formal training in Lean Six Sigma or equivalent methodologies.
  
• Technical Knowledge: Strong knowledge of mechanical and control systems, particularly in relation to automated systems.
  
• Leadership: Proven experience in a leadership or second-in-command role, with a track record of strategic thinking and team development.
  
• Communication: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders.
  
• Data Analytics: Proficiency in data analytics and visualization tools (e.g., Excel, Power BI) to support decision-making.
  
• Project Management: Experience in managing projects from concept through to completion; familiarity with project management tools and methodologies.
  
• Sales Experience: Customer-facing experience with the ability to translate customer needs into engineering solutions.
  
• Industry Trends: Commitment to professional development and staying current with industry trends and technologies.
  

• All workers are accountable for adhering to safety responsibilities in alignment with the scope of their roles and Vanderlande's safety policies.
  
• Comply with applicable WHS legislation, codes of practice, and relevant standards.
  
• Ensure actions do not endanger health and safety of themselves or others; promptly report incidents, hazards, or risks.
  
• Adhere to Vanderlande's Policies and Procedures while on company premises or conducting business, including international assignments.
  
• Consult and cooperate on health and safety matters at the worksite; participate in development, documentation, implementation, and maintenance of safe systems of work.
  
• Provide appropriate supervision to ensure compliance with safe work procedures; undertake tasks only if trained and deemed competent.
  
• Cease any task that presents health and safety risks; obtain and comply with required safe work permits.
  
• Encourage and support worker participation in health and safety initiatives and maintain a clean and orderly work environment.
  
• Attend health and safety meetings and training; demonstrate commitment to health and safety through personal behaviour and leadership; use PPE as required.
  

Vanderlande is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status.