Discipline Manager - Mechanical

Who We Are 

Mineral Technologies, a subsidiary of Downer, is renowned as the world’s most relied upon fine mineral processing solutions provider. For more than 80 years we have partnered with customers in mining operations to deliver innovative, cost-effective process solutions for a wide range of fine minerals. 

Our Engineering & Projects division provides engineering design solutions from concept level studies through to full Design, Supply and Construct (EPC) projects for mineral processing plants globally. With offices located in Gold Coast, Brisbane, Adelaide, Perth and the USA, our integrated team of engineers, metallurgists, designers and project/study managers deliver industry leading designs for a range of Teir 1 to Junior clients.

About the Role

The Discipline Manager – Mechanical is accountable for capacity, capability and performance of the Mechanical engineering department. The role is responsible for management of mechanical engineering resources across all active projects, as well as pipeline project opportunities. This position maybe located in either Carrara QLD, Brisbane QLD or Adelaide, SA.  The ideal candidate will envision themselves with duties such as:

• Leading a team of Mechanical Engineering services. Provide mentoring and leadership to facilitate continuous professional development 


• Liaison with mechanical sub-consultants to ensure appropriate resourcing of projects and delivery of contracted work in accordance with department standards


• Plan, schedule and manage assigned work packages


• Develop engineering documentation/deliverables as part of design projects to an agreed standard and a thorough level of completeness. 


• Act as the lead mechanical engineer on projects and provide proactive technical leadership ensuring all mechanical deliverables are produced on time, to budget and to an agreed standard 

About You 

• Bachelor of Engineering or similar level in relevant discipline – Essential 


• Registered Engineer Practicing in Queensland (RPEQ) certification – Essential 


• Experience in managing and leading teams to set objectives and KPIs  - Desirable 


• Experience in engineering design and delivery of process plants for the mining industry (e.g. mineral sands, iron ore, coal, base metals) – Essential


• Strong technical aptitude and analytical skills, with sound understanding of other engineering disciplines and how they inter-relate 


• Exposure in either construction, commissioning or operation of process and materials handling equipment within a Process Plant – Desirable 


• Strong technical aptitude and analytical skills, with sound understanding of other engineering disciplines and how they inter-relate 


• Demonstrated interpersonal skills and leadership ability, having impact and influence with the capacity to build professional relationships, foster employee development and teamwork 

What We Offer 

• Employee benefits including health and wellness initiatives


• Access to Downer Group benefits


• Personalised career development and growth working with an industry leading team. 


• Competitive remuneration package


• Safety focused culture working within in leading services industry


• Management support coupled with ongoing training and mentoring 


• Career enhancing opportunity to work within an ASX limited company

As an employer who embraces Equal Opportunity and promotes diversity, we encourage men and women of all ages and backgrounds, including Indigenous Australians, to apply. 

To join the Downer team please “apply now” 

We respectfully request no recruitment agency approaches. Please be advised that email applications will not be accepted.