Lead Mechanical Engineer

3 days ago

South Brisbane, Queensland, Australia TSS Group Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year
Lead Mechanical Engineer – Processing Plant – Gold Project Study

About the Project

We are proud to be partnering with Stantec – Energy & Resources to deliver the study for a world-class gold project in Southeast Asia. Stantec are currently assembling a highly skilled team across Australia to deliver a challenging study for their international client.

This major project is a key part of Stantec's strategy to increase its focus on major projects in the Australian resources sector. This is a flagship project for the company, and being part of its successful delivery will give you strong visibility within Stantec, opening doors to future career opportunities on other projects, both in Australia and across their global network.

About the Role

The Lead Mechanical Engineer will take ownership of the mechanical scope for the process plant. Responsibilities include:

  • Leading design of mechanical systems for the process plant, including tanks, pumps, piping networks, and support utilities
  • Providing study-level layouts, equipment lists, datasheets, and preliminary specifications
  • Ensuring mechanical design accounts for constructability, operability, and maintainability in a remote environment
  • Coordinating with process engineers to translate flowsheets into mechanical deliverables
  • Overseeing interface with civil, structural, electrical, and piping teams to ensure alignment of mechanical packages
  • Supporting the project controls team with accurate inputs into Class 3 estimating and scheduling
  • Guiding and mentoring mechanical designers and junior engineers

About You

We are seeking a senior mechanical engineer with:

  • Proven leadership experience on major mining or mineral processing projects
  • Strong background in tanks, pumps, piping systems, and materials handling within process plants
  • Experience with large milling and grinding (comminution) circuits, flotation, heap leach, solvent extraction (SX), and electrowinning (EW), preferably with gold/copper projects
  • Knowledge of gold and copper extraction methods and how these translate into mechanical plant design requirements
  • Non-ferrous mineral processing experience desirable
  • Experience preparing study-phase mechanical deliverables (PFS/DFS) and transitioning into execution
  • Ability to coordinate across multiple disciplines to deliver integrated outcomes
  • Familiarity with EPC/EPCM study environments and Class 3 estimating requirements

Roster & Conditions

  • Monday to Friday, based in Perth or Brisbane
  • Hybrid work options – up to 1 day WFH per week for lead roles
  • Hours: 40 per week plus approved overtime
  • Initial 12-month contract, aligned with DFS delivery
  • Competitive rates – to be finalised in consultation with project and market benchmarks

Why Apply

This is an opportunity to lead the mechanical scope of the process plant for a landmark gold project study. You will be instrumental in developing defensible study deliverables while preparing the groundwork for execution, working alongside Stantec on one of the most significant gold developments in the region.

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