Interface Engineer - Mechanical

About Kerman Contracting Pty Ltd (Kerman)

Kerman Contracting is a thriving West Australian company renowned for designing and constructing major industrial projects in Australia’s Mining and Infrastructure sectors. We are dedicated to creating a safe, healthy, and productive work environment and are committed to diversity, inclusion, and innovation.

Why Choose Kerman for Your Next Career Step?

• Stability & Opportunity: Join a stable, privately owned Perth-based company where you’ll work on diverse, engaging projects that enrich your skills in a positive environment.


• Supportive & Respectful Culture: Be valued as an individual in an environment free from politics and toxicity at our Head Office in Applecross, Perth, or on-site.


• Empowered Leadership: Our teams are led by skilled, responsive, supportive managers and leaders who value your insights and experience.

Our Current Opportunity: Interface Engineer (Applecross, Perth)

As an Interface Engineer, you’ll be crucial in managing and coordinating design development from concept to completion, supporting the growth and development of Kerman’s industrial projects. This role bridges multiple departments and disciplines, ensuring our deliverables meet stakeholders’ quality, timeliness, and impact needs.

Benefits We Offer

• Competitive base remuneration with fortnightly pay.


• Annual profit-sharing scheme.


• Permanent employment with 4 weeks’ annual leave and 10 days’ sick leave.


• Salary sacrifice options.


• Continuous Professional Development (CPD) and career advancement pathways.


• Paid annual membership fees for industry bodies, such as Engineers Australia.

Key Responsibilities

Coordination:

• Act as the primary contact between different engineering teams and consultancies, promoting cohesive design development with a charismatic, courteous, and collaborative approach.

Integration:

• Collaborate with the tendering team to support bids through concept design. Work with project managers and engineers from planning through to project completion.

Planning:

• Develop and track plans for design development, regularly engaging with design consultants and vendors to ensure timely progress and productivity.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Communicate clearly with stakeholders at all levels, sharing key insights and updates in a concise, easy-to-understand way.

Risk Management:

• Lead the Safety in Design process with consultants, document design progress in registers, and confidently participate in HAZID/HAZOP meetings.

Reporting:

• Ensure information flow is organised and accurate. Track, action, and distribute project information diligently.

Project Management:

• Use project management principles to anticipate necessary actions, drive outcomes, and uphold the highest quality and scope compliance standards within project timelines.

About You

• Degree in Engineering, Project Management, Science, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of industry experience, education, and training.


• 5+ years’ experience in the construction industry (design and site experience highly desirable).


• Experience in Non-Process Infrastructure (NPI), downstream hydrocarbons, and integrated design delivery models will be highly regarded.


• Strong organisation and communication skills with experience managing multi-disciplinary projects in a fast-paced environment.

At Kerman, we empower our team members to innovate and implement new ideas and improvements. If you resonate with our values, we encourage you to apply – even if you don’t meet all the requirements. We’ll keep your details on file for future roles.

Ready to Make an Impact?
Apply now and join us in building WA’s future!

For specific questions, feel free to contact Cliona Ryan at Cliona.ryan@kerman.com.au.