Principal Mechanical Engineer

About South32 

South32 is a globally diversified mining and metals company. Our purpose is to make a difference by developing natural resources, improving people’s lives now and for generations to come.

About GEMCO 

Located on the tropical Groote Eylandt in the Northern Territory, GEMCO is a South32 Company, the operation is accountable for over 20% of the world’s manganese ore production. Groote Eylandt is home to the Anindilyakwa people, who are the traditional owners of the land and have been working alongside GEMCO since 1963. 

What we offer you

• Competitive salary and annual bonus scheme
• Family friendly 4:3 roster; FIFO from Darwin/Cairns, residential considered
• Industry leading parental leave and family care policy
• Ongoing training, education assistance and career development
• Excellent facilities including gym, beachside workout area, swimming pool, golf course, tennis and squash courts, sports oval, and scenic walking tracks

About the role

This is a permanent full-time role being offered on Monday-Thursday 4:3 roster from Darwin or Cairns. FIFO out of Brisbane on alternative rosters will be considered. 

Domestic relocation to Darwin or Cairns from anywhere in Australia provided. Residential on Groote Eylandt will be considered. 

Some of your main responsibilities will include:

• Provide mechanical design expertise for mechanical equipment, systems, and processes - existing plant, infrastructure, and new projects
• Develop and maintain the governance systems and processes to control mechanical engineering standards across the operation
• Provide expert working knowledge of mechanical design and calculations and design packages and can undertake and check calculation work from first principals
• Provide expert understanding and working knowledge of Australian Standards that may impact or govern the GEMCO Operation
• Govern and maintain the classified plant register for the plant, equipment, and infrastructure across GEMCO operations

About you

To be considered for the role, you will have:

• Prior experience in a similar role within an operating asset
• Ability to apply safety, health, and environmental Principals and procedures in a workplace and demonstrate knowledge and understanding of relevant current legislation
• Extensive knowledge of AS/NZS Standards
• Expertise to produce complex and detailed engineering drawings using mechanical design and drafting packages
• Apply problem solving strategies
• Proven understanding of the fundamentals of project management
• Strong communication and consultative skills and demonstrated ability to work collaboratively

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in mechanical engineering
• Eligible for RPEQ or CPEng
• Class C Driver’s License

Our culture

At South32, our people are fundamental to our success. We’re focused on creating an inclusive workplace, with the right people in the right roles, who are engaged, empowered, and appropriately rewarded.

We aspire to be an inclusive organisation, where our workforce reflects the broader demographic of the countries and communities where we operate.

South32 embraces diversity and encourages applications from people of all backgrounds.

Are you interested in this role but currently not located in Darwin or Cairns? Please don't let that discourage you, South32 is willing to offer domestic relocation assistance for you and your family.

Please note this job advert will close on Wednesday 15th November 2023.