Lead Mechanical Designer for Sugar Mill Operations

1 month ago


Mackay, Queensland, Australia MACKAY SUGAR Full time
About MACKAY SUGAR

Mackay Sugar is a leading Australian sugar milling company and a proud member of the Nordzucker Group. With over 140 years of experience, we have established ourselves as a major employer in the Mackay region, offering an enriching lifestyle in beautiful tropical North Queensland.

Job Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Designer to join our team as a Lead Mechanical Designer for Sugar Mill Operations. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing design and drafting services, managing the company drawing system, and maintaining team drafting standards that comply with Australian and internal standards.

Salary and Benefits

The successful candidate can expect a competitive salary range of $120,000 - $150,000 per annum, depending on experience. In addition to a generous salary, you will also enjoy a range of benefits including:

  • Five weeks' annual leave
  • A fixed-term full-time contract with opportunities for extensions or permanency
  • Comprehensive health benefits, including discounted private health insurance and access to yearly on-site flu vaccinations
  • Flexible working arrangements and work-life balance
  • Access to professional development opportunities and career growth
Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

  • Developing safe and efficient mechanical designs for sugar mill operations
  • Defining and documenting stakeholder scope requirements
  • Identifying external resource assistance needs and collaborating with project teams
  • Maintaining team drafting standards and ensuring compliance with Australian and internal standards
Requirements

To be considered for this role, you will need:

  • Mechanical Trade Certificate with a minimum of 10 years' experience in a design role, or
  • Associate-Degree, Advanced-Diploma AQF level 6 in Engineering and a minimum of 5 years' experience in a design role
  • Advanced experience in modern drafting systems, including AutoCAD, AutoCAD Mechanical, and Autodesk Inventor
  • Specific knowledge and experience in Mechanical and Structural engineering drafting
  • General knowledge and experience in Civil, Hydraulic, and Pneumatic engineering drafting
About You

We are looking for a proactive individual who thrives on identifying opportunities to challenge themselves in a compacted work schedule. As a Lead Mechanical Designer for Sugar Mill Operations, you will be instrumental in mitigating business risks by fostering cost reduction and work control through standardization, effective project designs, and robust work management principles.

You will be a natural leader, able to collaborate with cross-functional teams and communicate effectively with stakeholders. If you are a passionate and experienced designer looking for a new challenge, please apply today.



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