Ausenco is a fast-growing company with big ideas. We redefine what’s possible in some of the world’s most complex projects and toughest environments. Delivering innovative, value-add consulting, project delivery, asset operations and maintenance solutions is what we do. From 21 offices in 15 countries, with projects in over 80 locations worldwide, we create sustainable outcomes for our people, clients, and communities.

As a result of a growing pipeline of local and international awarded work in commodities including Base Metals, Uranium, Phosphate, Critical Minerals and Mineral Sands we are currently recruiting for a Lead Process Engineer to join our Perth team.

This role is of particular importance within our wider team as Process Engineering strengths have always been at the heart of Ausenco’s Minerals and Metals offering, which is based on adding value through innovative and cost-effective lean designs.

About the role

• Ensure your team are meeting development goals and technical standards.
• Lead, mentor and coach a talented team of Process Engineers 
• Review process engineering deliverables to ensure that they meet Ausenco standards and industry best practice.
• Develop rapport with existing clients and assist to grow the minerals client base through face-to-face meetings.
• Work together with a multidisciplinary team to create great results and reach our goals
• Assist with technical systems development for training and compliance.
• Where required assist with small technical scopes, be hands on when there are gaps to fill.

About you

• Degree in Metallurgical Engineering, Mineral Processing, Chemical Engineering, Extractive Metallurgy or similar.
• Previous experience working in a design engineering environment at Lead Process Engineer level or above.
• Essential to have experience with one or more of the following battery minerals or precious or base metal commodities - lithium, uranium, copper, lead, zinc, nickel, cobalt, silver, and gold.
• You will have practical experience working across different phases of engineering scopes – i.e. concept study, scoping study, pre-feasibility study, feasibility study, detailed design, commissioning, and site support.
• Demonstrable practical experience in leading teams.
• Strong verbal and written communication and presentation skills.
• Experience writing proposals and scope of works in a client facing role.

Why Ausenco?

We support individual growth and aim to allow you to work in a way that plays to your strengths. In addition to a competitive remuneration package, we offer:

• Career advancement - Be supported in your ongoing development with technical training, mentoring programs and frequent networking opportunities.
• Work Life Balance – Be empowered to enjoy your life outside of the office with flexible working hours, work from home arrangements and modern leave policies including paid parental leave and floating public holiday programs.
• Holistic approach to wellness – Take a proactive approach to your overall well-being. Access confidential services as a courtesy of Ausenco including online health and fitness programs, financial coaching, and confidential counselling services.
• Accessible leadership team – Work with highly reputable market leaders who value your contribution.

Our people don’t settle for the status quo and want to help set a new standard in sustainability we’ll help you find your place. This means working with you to develop a unique career path and skill-set to match your ambition.

We’re proud of the work we do, and we do it within a culture that is open, honest, and cooperative. We have a history of attracting visionary people who embrace challenges and deliver creative solutions for every project, and your voice is an important part of the conversation.

As a global company we embrace and encourage diversity in its fullest sense – gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, experience, nationality, colour, language, religion, location, disability, education, skills, working styles and time availability. Our work environments are based on mutual trust and respect for the rights and opportunities of every individual.