�� Residential Role – Relocation to a established mining town in QLD Required (No FIFO/DIDO)
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Project Engineering Superintendent (Owner’s Side | Capital Projects)
Overview
Newly created leadership role in QLD metals mining with full ownership to build and lead a projects function from the ground up. Responsible for delivering sustaining and expansion capital across a complex heavy industry environment, with a strong pipeline of infrastructure upgrades.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead delivery of sustaining and expansion capital projects (~$25–30M + ad hoc)
- Establish and grow a high-performing engineering projects team (~20 personnel)
- Drive governance, standards, and project delivery frameworks
- Oversee multi-discipline scope (mechanical, electrical, infrastructure)
- Manage budgets, forecasting, and 5-year capital planning
- Partner with Maintenance and Reliability functions for integrated delivery
- Provide clear leadership, direction, and accountability across the team
Project Scope (Examples)
- Ventilation systems and upgrades
- Paste and dewatering infrastructure
- Pump stations and water management
- Electrical upgrades and power extensions
- Life-of-mine infrastructure projects
About You
- Degree-qualified Engineer (Mechanical, Electrical or similar)
- Proven experience delivering capital projects in mining or heavy industry
- Strong communicator with solid process understanding
- Experience lifting governance, standards, and team capability
- SAP exposure preferred
- Leadership style: hands-on, accountable, and outcome-focused
Structure
- Reports to Maintenance Manager
- Leads Senior Mechanical & Electrical Engineers, plus broader team
- Works closely with Asset & Reliability function
Roster & Location
- Residential role only
- Fully established mining town with large population
- 9-day fortnight (9–10 hour days)
Salary & Benefits
- $200k – $220k package
- Bonus ~50k (strong historical track record)
- Superannuation on top
- Relocation assistance package provided
- Temporary accommodation provided to support transition
Why This Role
- Newly created function with full ownership
- Strong pipeline of capital works
- Established governance frameworks already in place
- Opportunity to build, shape, and lead a team long-term
For any other details please contact me
Doug
0401 197 401
doug@alchemyrc.com.au
