Lead Mechanical Engineer - Mineral Processing Projects (Gold, Copper, Nickel, Iron Ore)

We are currently partnering with a leading engineering consultancy to appoint a Lead Mechanical Engineer for a permanent position based in Ascot, Perth. This is an exciting opportunity to join a high-performing team delivering multi-disciplinary projects across gold, copper, nickel and iron ore operations.

You'll lead design and execution for greenfield and brownfield projects and play a pivotal role in ensuring technical excellence, constructability, and operational performance in mineral processing plant design.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate mechanical design activities across a multidisciplinary team
• Deliver design outputs to meet budget and schedule targets
• Guide layout development and conceptual design with lead designers
• Perform detailed engineering calculations and equipment sizing (e.g. conveyors, pumps)
• Review mechanical drawings, data sheets, scopes, vendor documentation and tender evaluations
• Manage internal and client-facing design reviews and ensure alignment on outcomes
• Ensure designs comply with Australian regulations and company standards
• Support site commissioning teams on a 3:1 FIFO roster as required (includes 40% site uplift - including R&R)

Your Background

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering (Engineers Australia recognised)
• 10+ years' experience in mechanical design, construction, and commissioning of mineral processing plants
• Strong understanding of wet and dry plant design, and EPC/EPCM delivery models
• Demonstrated ability to lead project teams and mentor junior engineers
• Proficient in engineering software (Excel, Word, 3D model viewing tools)
• Excellent knowledge of Australian design standards and mechanical engineering principles
• Clear communicator with strong planning and organisational skills

What's on Offer

• Permanent full-time role based in modern Ascot offices
• Weekly pay cycle
• Free on-site parking & end-of-trip facilities
• 40% site uplift (including R&R periods)
• Long-term projects with a stable and growing business

Apply:

Please click on the apply button or contact Supreet Singh at: [email protected] or call on: 08 9216 2104.

Who are we

At PERSOLKELLY, our passion is - and always has been - putting you first.

We propel our people forward by supporting their careers in fresh ways, backed by our expertise and capability.

We're committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment which values and respects diverse styles, backgrounds, experience and perspectives.

We welcome and encourage women, people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent and people from diverse backgrounds to apply.

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