Project Engineer

Job description:

About your role

Join a dynamic team at WTS as a Project Engineer, where you'll play a pivotal role in the project delivery portion for IXOM's Water Treatment System's (WTS) products which include water treatment plants, chemical dosing systems and other bespoke products. This role offers the opportunity to work across the full project lifecycle, contributing to bids, proposals, and concept designs for both construction and operational opportunities in the water and chemical industries.

Key Responsibilities

As a Project Engineer at WTS, you will be responsible for:

• Leading and supporting engineering activities including procurement, subcontractor supervision, installation quality controland other duties as directed by the Project Manager or Senior Project Engineer. Provide input in design reviews & commissioning activities when required.
• Managing process planning and documentation such as Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs), Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs), site construction management plans, proposals, and Operations & Maintenance (O&M) manuals.
• Acting as Project Manager or Project Engineer (aligned with Watercare PM processes) when required, including budgeting, financial reporting, scheduling, and risk management.
• Participating in safety audits, design reviews, and hazard studies to ensure compliance and continuous improvement.
• Overseeing procurement activities for various WTS projects, ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery of materials and services.
• Assisting in the development of site-specific Safety, Health & Environment (SHE) procedures in collaboration with Site Supervisors.
• Engaging and supervising contractors involved in the manufacture and delivery of water treatment systems products.
• Creating detailed Work Instructions for on-site tasks and the manufacture of custom products.

Who are we looking for?

• A tertiary qualification in an engineering discipline (mechanical, chemical, or related).
• Minimum 3 years' experience in project engineering/management
• Solid understanding of SHEQ standards, relevant Australian regulations, and statutory compliance.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and a keen eye for detail.
• Proven experience managing multi-disciplinary teams (civil, mechanical, electrical) within the water and chemical sectors.
• A self-starter mindset with the ability to thrive in a small, collaborative team environment.
• Confidence in handling customer enquiries, both written and verbal, with professionalism and clarity.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and MS Project.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.

• Flexibility and willingness to travel interstate for project delivery and stakeholder engagement.

• Proficient in AutoCAD & SolidWorks (2D/3D modelling) highly desirable

Benefits at IXOM
For a start, you'll work for a large global organisation, where you'll not only earn a competitive salary, but you'll also have access to an Employee Assistance Program, a recognition program, and a range of health and wellness benefits and discounts. 

Our wellbeing program is second to none, and we offer a range of education assistance and learning resources, as well as secondment and promotion opportunities to help you grow both personally and professionally. 

We support what's important to you by promoting workplace giving, diversity and providing volunteering leave, and, of course, we offer flexible working wherever possible.

To Apply

If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you

Our Process

At IXOM we are committed to employing individuals who align with our values and meet the requirements of the role. As part of the recruitment process, there are specific checks which may be conducted to demonstrate applicants' suitability for a role including police / criminal background checks, medical, drug and alcohol testing, and reference checks.

Diverse candidates have diverse needs. During your recruitment journey, information will be provided about adjustment requests. If you require additional support before submitting your application, please contact our Talent Acquisition team.