What are you going to do

Reporting into the Capital Engineering Manager, this role will suite someone with wealth of experience in food and beverage industry, preferably from confectionary background.

They will be responsible for the planning, development, and execution of capital investment projects within the supply chain network. The Project Engineer will lead and manage technical feasibility, design, and implementation, ensuring all projects align with business strategy, quality, safety, and environmental standards.

You will be working in a collaborative and high-performing engineering environment, delivering a variety of projects that support manufacturing excellence, automation, and sustainability goals.

Project Development Phase:

Lead the development of capital investment projects, ensuring strong business cases, technical feasibility, and alignment with strategic goals.
Deliver accurate project scopes, budgets, and timelines.
Ensure compliance with HSE, quality, procurement, and sanitary design standards.
Engage stakeholders across functions to align on technical requirements and outcomes.

Project Execution Phase:

Manage project execution including installation, commissioning, and handover to operations.
Oversee contractor management, resource planning, and compliance with work permits and site safety protocols.
Drive project completion on time, to budget, and to required quality standards.
Utilize structured project management methodologies (e.g., IIM framework) and tools.
Lead and support cross-functional teams and mentor junior engineers.
Recognize and promote team contributions and development.

Essential skills and knowledge

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Manufacturing, Chemical, Process, or Mechatronics)
Engineering degree recognised by Engineers Australia highly desirable
Formal project management qualifications (e.g., PMP) highly regarded
Extensive experience in a project engineering or capital project delivery role within manufacturing/FMCG sectors
Strong background in process engineering, automation, robotics, high-speed packaging, and bulk material handling.
Skilled in capital estimation, contractor management, and applying regulatory and safety standards across complex engineering projects.
Proficient in AutoCAD, MS Office, and SAP; fluence key stakeholders

What we offer

Contract working on captial projects opportunities
Salary sacrificing
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Corporate discounts

About Brunel:

Brunel is a recruitment and flexible workforce solution provider which connects talented people with opportunities throughout Australasia and around the world. We specialise in highly skilled roles across a variety of technical, professional, trades and craft disciplines, pairing candidates with industry-leading projects and organisations on a contract, permanent or secondment basis.

Operating in Australasia since 1997, Brunel has major bases of operation in Perth, Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne and Port Moresby, which are further backed by the strength and reach of a truly global network spanning over 45 countries, 120 offices and 50 years of successful operation.

Brunel is proud to be equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and female candidates.

Do you have questions?

If you have any questions or would like to discuss the details of this role, please contact Darren Leavey on 0401395373

Closing: 26 February 2026

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Do you have questions?

Vacancy reference: CR-268109

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Corporate recruiter

Darren Leavey

+61 7 3007 7629

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Application process

First Contact

We carefully review your application and in the coming weeks, you will be notified for an interview session if you are selected. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 7 days.

Scheduling an Interview

After being shortlisted, you will be contacted via email or telephone to arrange for a date on your availability for the qualification interview.

Phone/ Qualification Interview

During the interview, you will be assessed on your level of experience and skills, work history, availability, and the qualifications the company is seeking for the position.

Meeting in Real Life

After successfully making through the phone interview, a face to face interview will be scheduled between the candidate and recruiter. This session can be a more in-depth interview to review your communication and interpersonal skills.

Application for the Position

Submission of candidates resume for client’s approval and screening.