Australia, Brisbane
Fulltime: 40 hrs a week
Experience: 4-6 Years
Education Level: Academic Bachelor
Mining
Closing: May 07, 2025

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Introduction

Brunel has partmered with a leading gold producer with a strong presence across Australia is seeking a dynamic Project Engineer to join its site-based team in regional New South Wales. With a focus on long-term investment and operational growth, the site offers modern facilities, community-connected living, and a stable future through to 2040 and beyond.

What are you going to do 

This is a key opportunity to take ownership of a diverse portfolio of Capital and OPEX projects across fixed plant infrastructure, including structural refurbishments, mechanical upgrades, and new installations such as pump stations and major steel repairs. Duites include:

  • Deliver projects on time, within budget, and to technical and safety standards
  • Scope and manage infrastructure upgrades across plant and processing areas
  • Develop conceptual designs and feasibility studies
  • Coordinate schedules and shutdown planning in conjunction with maintenance teams
  • Supervise contractors and internal project teams
  • Drive safety and statutory compliance across all phases of project delivery
  • Prepare documentation including risk assessments, change management processes, and internal audits
  • Manage project costs, track budgets, and oversee procurement activities using systems like Pronto
  • Ensure all documentation, registers, and drawings remain up to date
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with stakeholders in maintenance, operations, safety, and environment
  • Mentor junior engineers and support staff where required

Essential skills and knowledge 

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Civil, or related discipline)
  • 5+ years of experience in project engineering within mining, heavy industry, or infrastructure
  • Strong project lifecycle knowledge - from concept through to commissioning
  • Excellent stakeholder engagement and contractor supervision experience
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project planning software (MS Project or similar)
  • Solid understanding of risk, compliance, and statutory regulations in mining environments
  • Ability to thrive under pressure with excellent attention to detail and organisation

What we offer 

  • Quarterly performance-based bonus scheme
  • Salary packaging options (housing, vehicles, etc.)
  • Study assistance and development pathways
  • Relocation assistance available
  • Flexible work conversations encouraged

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 and Port Moresby, which are further backed by the strength and reach of a truly global network spanning over 45 countries, 120 offices and 45 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 Ryan on 0458940185 or at r.connolly@brunel.net for a confidential chat.

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At Brunel, we are proud of our unique corporate culture, which is shaped and nurtured by the collective efforts of our employees. Our work environment is characterised by an authentic, communicative and inclusive approach to teamwork that fosters an atmosphere of collaboration and creativity. Our values are at the center of everything we do – for our clients, our colleagues and ourselves.

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Since 1975, our mission has always been to connect specialists to exciting career opportunities, to support the development of these careers, and to offer fair and equal employment. This has enabled us to create a truly sustainable and durable business model. Having a passion for people and caring deeply for the environment is not only part of Brunel’s DNA but is also reflected in our culture and values. As a global company, we take our social responsibility very seriously.

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Ryan Connolly

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