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Mechanical Engineer

ELMO
8 days ago
Full-time
On-site
Townsville, Australia
Automotive
Introduction

Abous us

Located 15km from the Townsville CBD, Sun Metals is one of the most technologically advanced zinc refineries in the world, producing Special High Grade Zinc metal, Zinc Alloy metal and by-products of Sulfuric Acid, Copper, Cadmium, and Zinc Ferrite. Our process involves Roasting, Leaching, Purification, Electrolysis and Casting with sales to both domestic and international markets.

Our mission is to become the best zinc refinery in the world. This means that we are (1) the safest; (2) the most environmentally responsible; and (3) the most competitive zinc refinery in the world.

Overview of position

Responsible for providing mechanical engineering support and expertise across plant reliability, maintenance, operations and project activities to ensure safe, efficient and reliable plant performance.

Apply sound engineering principles and technical judgement to develop, assess and implement engineering solutions to support asset integrity and reliability.

Contribute to project delivery by supporting scope development, technical reviews, scheduling coordination, and risk identification, ensuring engineering outcomes are achieved safely, efficiently.



Description

Key Accountabilities

  • Provide mechanical engineering support to operations, maintenance, and project teams to ensure safe, reliable and efficient plant performance.
  • Develop and review mechanical designs, specification, calculation and technical documentation in accordance with applicable standards and requirement (e.g. AS, ASME, API…)
  • Provide technical support, recommendations and advice associated with mechanical engineering, to the group when required.
  • Design, develop and test a range of mechanical systems and equipment for the plant operation including developing specifications for manufacturing and installing new or modified mechanical components and systems.
  • Conduct engineering evaluations of plant layout, equipment capacity, and system performance to improve operational efficiency and utilisation.
  • Analyse mechanical failures and maintenance data to determine root causes and implement corrective and preventive actions.
  • Prepare and define equipment specifications, material selection, and process requirements to support procurement and fabrication activities.
  • Create and review engineering standards, procedures, and inspection criteria for installation, testing, and maintenance of mechanical systems.
  • Monitor plant performance through data analysis and inspections to ensure optimal operating conditions and compliance with mechanical design intent.
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities to enhance reliability, safety, and cost-effectiveness of plant operations.
  • Provide technical input into Management of Change (MOC) to ensure engineering changes are properly assessed, documented and implemented.
  • Participate in hazard identification and risk management activities including HAZID, HAZOP, engineering risk review, etc.
  • Coordinate with contractors, consultants, and vendors to ensure mechanical works meet design, safety, quality and compliance requirements.
  • Supervise project works with emphasis on safety, compliance to site procedures, quality and accuracy of work.
  • Support installation, commissioning, and handover of mechanical equipment and system.
  • Maintain effective communication and collaboration with stake holders across operations, maintenance, and project functions.
  • Develop, implement and continue to improve the site's engineering program, which includes preventative, predictive and proactive maintenance activities, Standard Work Instructions, inventory management, lubrication, training and development plans.


Skills And Experiences

Qualifications

▪ Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Mechanical) or equivalent tertiary qualifications as well as proven experience in project engineering roles.

Knowledge

▪ Demonstrated knowledge of mechanical engineering principles, equipment, materials, and processes relevant to refining or heavy industrial plant operations.

▪ Demonstrated knowledge of change management procedures.

▪ Demonstrated knowledge of project management.

▪ Demonstrated knowledge of incident investigation methods.

▪ Knowledge of legislation that may impact on project planning, including but not limited to requirements for building approvals, RPEQ, MHF licencing, environmental licencing and workplace health and safety.

▪ Proven application of engineering practices and activities relating to mechanical engineering and capital project within industrial environments.

▪ Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and Design & Engineering Tools (AutoCAD, Navisworks, AutoPIPE, Space Gass, Solidworks simulation)

Skills

▪ Ability to interpret civil, structural and mechanical drawings.

▪ Ability to plan and manage complex and diverse projects.

▪ Developed conceptual skills and capacity to develop concepts into practical programs/tasks.

▪ Highly effective negotiating and influencing skills to achieve organisational objectives.

▪ Highly developed research, analytical and presentation skills.

▪ Highly effective communication and interpersonal skills.

▪ Demonstrated ability to anticipate problems and create an effective and detailed action plan.

▪ Strong ability to provide leadership and direction, motivate and encourage team members across areas of authority.

▪ Demonstrated computing and organisational skills.

▪ Strong organizational and communication skills with the ability to manage and maintain great relationships with colleagues, subcontractors and stakeholders.

Experience

  • Experience supervising and coordinating mechanical works, including guiding small to medium teams to ensure compliance with engineering, safety, and quality requirements.
  • At least two years of practical experience in mechanical engineering within construction, manufacturing, or process plant environments (or similar industrial settings), involving design support, installation, commissioning, or maintenance of mechanical systems.

If you’re interested in joining the Sun Metals team, apply now.