Lead Project Engineer

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.

Civmec’s Original Equipment Manufacturing (OEM) division, Balanced Machines, is driving the future of materials handling. We design and deliver next‑generation balanced machines, stackers, reclaimers and shiploaders. Every machine is crafted at our state‑of‑the‑art Henderson facility, from design and fabrication through assembly, testing and finally on‑site installation and commissioning.

We are currently seeking a Senior Lead Project Engineer to join this dynamic and growing team. In this role, you’ll take ownership of the full project lifecycle from design, engineering, execution and successful completion. You will contribute to some of the most exciting machine projects in the industry.

• Work on projects that challenge and inspire
• Enjoy a competitive salary package
• Be part of a company investing in local growth and innovation
• Access genuine development opportunities

• Liaise with client representatives regarding technical queries, inspections, project scheduling and coordination of project deliverables
• Understand and implement quality control techniques
• Attend progress meetings
• Manage project design and engineering functions, ensuring all engineering deliverables are met
• Monitor and review design changes to assess their impact on project budget and schedule
• Attend regular progress meetings with internal and external project stakeholders
• Prepare and evaluate technical aspects of vendor packages
• Review and approve technical deviation/query requests and maintain the TDQR register
• Maintain company standards for Quality Assurance purposes
• Effectively lead an assigned group of personnel responsible for providing technical support to manufacturing, construction and commissioning teams
• Interface with all project functions, including design and engineering, procurement, manufacturing, construction, commissioning and handover

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

• Tertiary qualifications in Structural, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering or Construction Management
• At least 7 years’ experience in a similar role
• Hands‑on experience with balanced machines, stackers, reclaimers, shiploaders and other material handling equipment
• Background in design, engineering and installation projects, ideally in mining and materials handling
• Proven leadership experience
• Strong knowledge of project planning, scheduling and cost control tools
• Familiarity with design and engineering software
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

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.

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

Alternatively, please email  for a confidential chat or 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.