Lead Mechanical Engineer | Minerals

1 month ago


Brisbane, Australia Wood Plc Full time

Wood is at the forefront of engineering solutions for a net zero future.  Being part of Team Wood, means you're in a community unified by our vision, values and behaviours that support how we work together. So much of our success depends on feeling part of a team with people around us that we can rely on.

Our Vision:   Deliver Solutions that transform the world.

Our Values:   Care Courage Commitment

Supporting clients of all sizes, we share a passion for driving forward minerals and metals projects that are critical to our future and delivering them safely, cost-efficiently, and responsibly as we strive for net zero.

Wood Minerals & Metals team is currently delivering critical metals projects, including Copper, Nickel, Lithium, Vanadium, Rare Earths, and Base Metals. This portfolio of projects ranging from studies through to EPCM packages working on developments in Australia and internationally – Australia through to Europe, Middle east Africa and Asia.

Wood is currently seeking Principal/Lead Mechanical Engineer to join our Brisbane team FT or contract as we ramp up to deliver a long term engineering services contract for a precious metal operation based overseas. Get access to wide of employee benefits working in the heart of Brisbane CBD

About You

We are looking for a lead/Principal experienced in the detailed engineering and execution of medium to large scale EPCM projects in the critical minerals sector, with some experience in hydrometallurgical developments. 

Your passion for working in dynamic and agile industries will see you drive a collaborative and cohesive working relationship between our clients and internal teams.

You will also have: -

  • Degree in Mechanical Engineering from a recognised institution 
  • Member of Engineers Australia, or willing to work toward membership - Design experience in wet and/or dry mineral processing plants, preferable not essential
  • Site experience either in construction, commissioning or operations, is desired but not essential
  • Prior experience within cross alignment of mechanical /piping/pumps and hydraulic design engineering would be a desired skill set for wet plant processing. 
  • Ability to problem-solve effectively and identify technical and safety based risks, with commitment to HSE
  • Well-developed computer skills and knowledge of databases, spreadsheets and engineering programs  Ability to work to a time frame and deliver on budget 

It takes a diverse and inclusive community of inquisitive minds to unlock tomorrow’s solutions to the world’s most critical challenges. Wood encourages Women and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply.   

Benefits on joining #TeamWood

We are committed to creating an inspired culture with diversity and inclusion permeating every corner of our global organisation. Wood provides a comprehensive, flexible, competitive benefit program for our employees.

  • Work in the heart of Brisbane CBD, Access to free Fitness and Wellbeing Classes & end of trip facilities
  • Wide range of benefits across Financial Health, Career Support, Wellbeing and Flexible working arrangements
  • Global opportunities for career development, in addition to company supported education pathways for your career growth.
  • Access to diverse and attractive projects working on our global industries most exciting developments, partnering closely with our clients on such developments.
  • Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion; we are an organisation actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business.
  • Competitive renumeration package with regular reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market.


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