Project Engineering Manager
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 2, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 2, 2026.
If you’re looking for a career with a company that has a ‘Can Do’ attitude, then look no further than Primero. We’re a team of skilled and determined problem solvers, who back our projects, and each other. We’re energised by our culture, anchored by our values, and driven to deliver for our clients. Join us if you take pride in having a ‘Can Do’ attitude.
About Us
Primero, a subsidiary of NRW Holdings, is a multi-national engineering, procurement, and construction business. Since we were founded in 2011, we’ve grown and diversified, delivering projects in over ten different countries, spanning five continents, from locations in Australia and North America. Our rapid growth is testament to our ability to deliver quality project outcomes, safely and on time.
Working with us you’ll learn from some of the brightest and smartest minds in the business, while delivering important projects throughout Australia and overseas, giving you the opportunity to gain access to unique experiences across a huge range of sectors, from gold to lithium and new energy.
Your Opportunity
We are recruiting for a ProjectEngineering Manager to lead our Brisbane based engineering team. Reporting to the General Manager - Engineering who is based in Perth, you will be required to build and manage the team providing people management and the hands-on technical design engineering expertise across a variety of projects.
Your Key Responsibilities
- Manning allocation, development and hiring of design resources in collaboration with the Discipline Managers.
- Continual development of design processes and procedures.
- Delegation of all projects of Project Design Managers.
- Maintenance and development of client relationships.
- Ensure compliance of design products with the design procedure.
- Ensure design managers are following established project plans and procedures.
- Ensure design products comply with applicable legislation, standards, client, third party and project requirements.
- Ensure designs are fit for purpose and consider all aspects including cost, constructability, operability and maintainability.
- Ensure design products are delivered in accordance with the project schedule and budget.
What You ‘Can Do’
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering.
- 15+ years' experience in minerals processing design.
- Demonstrated experience managing a team of Design professionals.
- Registered Professional Engineer of Queensland (RPEQ).
- Detailed understanding of multi-discipline design delivery within the minerals processing sector.
- Solid understanding of statutory and industry regulations and HSE practices.
- Knowledge and practical application of design theories, principles, and practices.
- Advanced level of expertise with engineering technical detail.
- Demonstrated planning and organisation skills.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Commitment to continued professional development.
- Strong work ethic.
What we ‘Can Do’ for you:
- Competitive Compensation
- Flexible Working Arrangements
- Career Opportunities
- Paid Parental Leave
- Health and Wellbeing Support
- Benefits & Discounts
- Employee Referral Rewards
If you're looking for a career where you experience more 'Can Do', then we're the team for you.
Find out what a Primero career Can Do for you.
APPLY NOW
If you believe you have what it takes and want to work for a company who put its people first, please apply now.
Primero is an Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly encourages female, veteran, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants.
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