Civmec

Engineer Project Senior

Civmec  •  Perth, AU (Onsite)  •  1 hour ago
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Job Description

The Company

Civmec is an Australian-owned, integrated, multidisciplinary heavy engineering and construction services provider to the energy, resources, infrastructure, marine and defence sectors. Our diversification enables us to operate extensively across the nation, supporting a wide range of landmark projects and providing variety and career development opportunities for our workforce.

Join the Civmec Team

Civmec is proud to be partnering with Iluka on the delivery of the SMPE&I package for the Iluka Rare Earths Refinery, one of Australia’s most significant critical minerals projects. This landmark development will establish the country’s first fully integrated rare earths refinery and involves the delivery of large-scale structural, mechanical, piping, electrical and instrumentation works within a complex processing environment.

We're seeking ambitious and experienced Senior Project Engineers who want more than just another project. Join the team delivering the Iluka Rare Earths Refinery and take ownership of major work packages on one of Australia's most significant critical minerals developments. This is an opportunity to lead complex construction scopes, influence project outcomes, and leave your mark on a landmark project that will help shape Australia's future.

This position is based at the Iluka Rare Earths Refinery in Eneabba, approximately 274 km north of Perth, Western Australia. We offer a 2:1 DIDO roster, with all transport to and from site provided from Perth Airport.

The Role

As a Senior Project Engineer, you will provide leadership across key project scopes, driving construction execution, resolving complex technical challenges, and ensuring delivery against safety, quality, cost, and schedule objectives. Working closely with Manager Engineering, supervisors, and subcontractors, you will play a pivotal role in achieving critical project milestones and delivering successful project outcomes.

  • Attend operations meetings and preparation and issue weekly status reports including work schedules
  • Review and approve technical deviation & query requests and maintain the register
  • Take timely corrective action to address any issued non-conformances and maintain company standards
  • Providing and developing daily, weekly and monthly reports as directed
  • Lead and manage SMP scope across construction projects Coordinate with procurement, construction, and client representatives to meet project milestones
  • Maintain compliance with time, cost, quality, and contractual requirements
  • Oversee technical documentation, inspections, and deviation approvals
  • Uphold Quality Assurance standards and resolve non-conformances
  • Prepare reports, requisitions, Work Packs, and test packs with accuracy and timelines
  • Support variation assessments and contract change management

About You

To be successful in the role you will possess the following:

  • A Bachelor Degree Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline
  • Proven experience delivering SMP (Structural, Mechanical & Piping) scopes on major construction projects
  • Ideally 5 years in a similar industry
  • Strong technical knowledge across piping systems, steel structures, mechanical equipment installation, and modern construction methodologies
  • Proficiency in MS Office and engineering software such as AutoCAD, Navisworks, or equivalent tools meets the competency requirements for the completion system.

Civmec + You

At Civmec, we offer an inclusive workplace built on family values, with a ‘Never Assume’ culture, sustained by our experienced and supportive management team. We believe our workforce is our greatest asset, and that’s why we provide an environment rich in career development opportunities to upskill and develop professionally. Our generous Reward and Recognition scheme recognises employees that go the extra mile. Our staff benefits scheme gives you access to accident and sickness insurance, and a range of travel, entertainment, vehicle and lifestyle discounts.

How to Apply

Please click the “apply” link to start your application. We look forward to starting the pathway to your career with Civmec.

Alternatively, please call our Recruitment Team on (08) 6595 5888.

Civmec is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders. Defence force experience is desirable, and veterans are encouraged to apply. We respectfully request no agency submissions.
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Civmec

About Civmec

Civmec is a multidisciplinary construction, heavy engineering, naval shipbuilding and maintenance services provider, with facilities in Western Australia, New South Wales and Queensland. We offer integrated, turnkey solutions to the energy, resources, infrastructure, marine and defence sectors.

Fundamental to our strategy is our diverse range of capabilities that enables us to provide complementary in-house core competencies and services.

We are focused on enhancing our future growth by embracing sound work ethics, innovation and technology, while at the same time providing outstanding service to all our clients.

Industry
Construction & Skilled Trades
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Henderson, AU
Year Founded
2009
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