Lead Project Engineer

1 day ago

Perth, Western Australia Liontown Resources Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

Date: 7 Oct 2025

Location: West Perth, Western Australia, Australia

Company: Liontown Resources Limited

Lead Project Engineer – Sustaining Capital Projects

2-Year Max Term Project Opportunity

Perth-based role (site travel as required) supporting our Kathleen Valley Lithium Operation

Liontown Resources is an emerging leader in Australia's battery minerals sector. Following our recent capital raise, we are in a strong position as we transition into full production ramp-up at our flagship Kathleen Valley Lithium Operation. With a 20+-year mine life, state-of-the-art processing facilities, and we're building a passionate world-class team to deliver long-term success.

The Opportunities

We are seeking a motivated Lead Project Engineer – Sustaining Capital to join our Projects team on a 2-year maximum term contract. This role will be responsible for managing the end-to-end delivery of sustaining capital projects at Kathleen Valley, ensuring that works are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and to quality standards.

You will play a key role in scoping, sourcing, and procuring contractors, managing tender and award processes, and overseeing the execution of various mid-range value sustaining capital works packages across our operation.

What you'll do

  • Manage the planning and delivery of sustaining capital projects from feasibility through to execution and close-out.
  • Develop scopes of work, budgets, and schedules, ensuring alignment with operational requirements.
  • Lead contractor engagement including tendering, evaluation, award, and contract administration.
  • Monitor contractor performance to ensure delivery in line with safety, quality, schedule, and cost expectations.
  • Provide accurate project reporting and updates to key stakeholders.
  • Identify risks, implement mitigation strategies, and maintain compliance with statutory and company standards.
  • Work collaboratively with site operations, engineering, and supply teams to ensure seamless project integration.

What we're looking for

  • Tertiary qualification in Engineering (Mechanical, Process, Electrical, or similar) or a related discipline.
  • Proven experience in Project Engineering and Project Management within the mining/resources sector.
  • Strong understanding of procurement and contract management processes.
  • Demonstrated capability in managing multiple mid-value capital works projects simultaneously.
  • Excellent stakeholder engagement, negotiation, and communication skills.
  • Strong commitment to safety, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.
  • Have obtained a National Police Clearance within the last 6 months or have the ability to obtain one.
  • Able to pass a Pre-Employment medical and Drug and Alcohol screen.

Why Liontown

At Liontown, you'll be joining a company that's helping drive the clean energy future. Our operations are designed with sustainability at their core — powered by renewables and built for long-term impact.

This is your opportunity to take ownership of a pivotal technical role during a major project phase, while enjoying the stability of a long-term Perth-based position.

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