Project Engineer

10 hours ago

Ballarat, Victoria, Australia Airswift Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

1x Project Engineer (Mechanical)

  • Location: Ballarat, VIC, Australia
  • The company: Engineering Consultancy
  • Assignment length: 8 Months (subject to agreement)

The Company

An Australian based Engineering consultancy with a portfolio of mining projects. Currently one of the projects (mines) is going through an upgrade and needs more support to the team.

The Role

As the Project Engineer, you will support the senior project engineer and manage the engineering aspects of the project. The role includes planning/scheduling, procurement and QA/QC of the new mechanical equipment in the mining facilities. The project engineer ensures these projects are completed on time, within scope, and meet all quality, safety, and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

  • Assist in preparing project schedules, progress updates, budgets, and resource plans.
  • Assist in preparing technical packages for equipment and material procurement.
  • Coordinate with vendors and suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials and equipment.
  • Assist with troubleshooting and resolving technical issues during project execution.
  • Develop and maintain detailed project documentation.
  • Coordinate with clients, contractors, and vendors to ensure project milestones are achieved.
  • Act as a liaison between the project team, contractors, and clients to ensure clear communication.
  • Provide regular updates on project progress, challenges, and solutions.
  • Ensure that all engineering work complies with applicable site specifications, regulations, standards, and practices.
  • Ensure all project activities comply with health, safety, and environmental regulations.

What you'll need to succeed

  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering.
  • Proven experience (minimum 3 years+) in project engineering within the MINING
  • industry is essential
  • Familiarity with project management tools e.g., MS Project
  • Excellent problem-solving, decision-making, and communication skills.
  • Commitment to company's values of safety, integrity, and sustainable operations.

What's on Offer

  • On site 10 hours – Monday-Friday
  • Get home every night
  • Only candidates who are living in Ballarat or relocating there

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.

Please apply now or send your CV to 

For enquiries, please call Alan on

Airswift is an international workforce solutions provider.  With 1000 employees and 9,000 contractors operating in over 70 countries, Airswift's geographical reach, experience and expertise across the energy, mining, infrastructure and technology sectors is unparalleled. 

By joining Airswift's community you gain exclusive access to our candidate portal 'Airswift Digital'. First release features include early notification of upcoming assignments via automated matching, access to our digital timesheet portal and exclusive access to content designed to support your career development. 

At Airswift, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.

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