Engineer Project

Company description:

Tianqi Lithium Energy Australia (TLEA) is a joint venture between Tianqi Lithium Corporation and IGO Ltd. As pioneers in the Australian lithium industry, we've already achieved great things, including building the first battery-grade lithium hydroxide plant in Australia, paving the way for Australia to be a major player in the global transition to a clean energy future.

We're looking for people who want to be a part of the industry of the future - people who work with purpose and urgency, take initiative, and rise to challenges. We're seeking individuals who empower others, embrace innovation, and want to work in an open and supportive environment, where teamwork and collaboration are valued.

At TLEA, you'll be part of a team that is excited to be involved in a world-class project that benefits not only the Western Australian community but the world.

Job description:

Are you passionate about making a real impact?

TLEA is welcoming applications for a Project Engineer to join our team on a maximum one-year fixed term contract roster, working at our Kwinana plant.

The successful applicant will be responsible for organizing, scheduling, and managing all technical aspects of assigned ramp-up projects. They will ensure that projects are delivered in alignment with committed cost, schedule, accuracy, and quality expectations throughout the project lifecycle, as defined by the Project Governance Framework. The Project Engineer will lead the project through all key phases, including engineering design (FEL 1 to 4), procurement, construction, commissioning, operations readiness, and close-out. Support will be provided by discipline engineers, as well as construction, commissioning, and operations readiness teams.

In addition to possessing our core values of distinction, pragmatism, honesty, tenacity and innovation, this position will suit an individual with strong planning skills and strategic agility—someone who can see clearly ahead, is results-driven, and capable of setting and executing tangible priorities.

Profile description:

• Demonstrate personal commitment to safety and the well-being of people.
• Develop the project strategy, project execution plan and ensure project delivery is consistent with that strategy and plan.
• Provide support to the Manager Projects, Manager Engineering, and Lead Project Engineer in coordinating the delivery of brownfield ramp-up projects.
• Lead the project lifecycle from opportunity framing through conceptual study, FEED, detailed design, construction, commissioning, operations readiness and handover to Operations.
• Coordinate critical interfaces interfaces between Project's Engineering team, Execution team and Operation teams.
• Ensure successful handover to the Operation's teams.
• Manage interfaces between TLK's ramp-up team and the engineering and construction contractor.
• Oversee procurement of material and services.
• Monitor cost and schedule against baseline with support from the Project Controls Engineer and Cost Controller.
• Provide leadership to align the Ramp-up team with project goals and ensure priorities are understood.
• Ensures governance compliance with the Owner's Project Delivery process, adhering to company procedures and policies.
• Manage relationships and apply 'Best for Project' decision making to deliver project objectives.
• Conduct regular team meetings to review the progress, risks, and issues.
• Facilitate meetings between ramp-up team and key stakeholders in Operations as required to resolve issues.
• Facilitate meetings between ramp-up team and engineering and construction contractors as required to resolve issues.
• Manage project risk through the maintenance of the project risk register.
• Lead the management and engagement of key project vendors.

Essential Requirement

• Tertiary degree in engineering and over five years project management experience.
• Experience in a brownfield project management environment in either the mining, resources or major industrial sector.
• Experience in downstream processing / chemical plants is preferable but not essential.
• Exposure to Australian engineering and construction practices.
• Ability to form relationships at all levels in the project organisation and key stakeholders.
• Familiarity with the application of digital technologies throughout the project phase
• Leadership and stakeholder management experience.
• Ability to thrive under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

We offer:

• Contribute to a green and sustainable industry of the future.
• Competitive salary with a performance-based discretionary bonus structure
• Additional superannuation
• Award and recognition program
• Long service leave option after 5 years (pro rata)
• Supportive colleagues committed to your success and well-being
• Inclusive and diverse work environment

Location

TLEA proudly acknowledges and the Whadjuk and Gnaala Karla Boodja people of the Noongar Nation, as the traditional custodians of the Kwinana area, where we operate our plant.

Kwinana is 38 km from the Perth central business district, 20 km from City of Fremantle and just 7km from Rockingham.

How do I apply?

To find out more about this unique opportunity, please submit your application by 1 December 2025by clicking the 'Apply' button. All applications and discussions will be kept strictly confidential.

Applicants are advised that the shortlisting and interview process may commence before the closing date.

At Tianqi Lithium Energy Australia, we embrace and recognise the value of diversity. We are committed to providing a work environment where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. We welcome and encourage applications from people from diverse backgrounds.

We respectfully request no agency applications. Thank you.