Mechanical Engineering Manager

1 week ago

Mackay, Queensland, Australia WorkPac Full time $68,000 - $86,000 per year

Job details

Key Selling Points
$130$200/hr + Super

5/2 roster with flexible onsite attendance

Contract through to 31 December 2025

Opportunity to work in a statutory support capacity

About Our Client
Our client is a leading coal mining operator committed to safe, sustainable, and efficient operations. With a strong focus on technical excellence and compliance, they offer a collaborative environment where engineering professionals can contribute to high-impact projects and continuous improvement initiatives.

What You Will Be Doing
This role supports mechanical governance and technical stewardship across site operations. Key responsibilities include: Championing Management of Change (MoC) processes

Reviewing mechanical documents and designs at site and asset level

Administering and reviewing Intelics registers

Providing technical guidance aligned with standards and procedures

Supporting RS23 reviews and WRACs

Acting as risk control owner for mechanical hazards (e.g. dropped objects, stored energy)

Supporting MEM processes including dossier reviews, incident investigations, and risk assessments

Participating in BOS processes, field leadership, hazard ID, and crew safety meetings

What You Will Need
Tertiary qualification in Mechanical Engineering (university or trade)

Minimum 5 Years Experience In Mining
Proficient in SAP Work Management, Fiori, BHP MoC, D2, Meridian, FLEX, MS Suite, and GRC

Ability and willingness to work underground

Eligible for appointment as a supervisor

Prior Coal Mining Experience (underground Preferred)
Experience in maintenance and engineering roles

Whats In It For You?
High hourly rate with flexibility

Work in a statutory support capacity with exposure to high-level governance

Opportunity to contribute to safety and technical excellence

Collaborative team environment with professional development opportunities

Apply Now
Felicia John

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Job Reference Number 7396J

About WorkPac
WorkPac is Australia's largest privately owned workforce solutions business. We add value to our candidates by providing recruitment, skills and career development opportunities across the Mining, Construction, Healthcare industries and more. Choosing WorkPac is always a Good Move.

Equal Employment Opportunity

At WorkPac, we foster a work environment where everyone feels welcome and valued. As an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and embrace diversity in race, gender, age, religion, culture, and ability.

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