Introduction

On behalf of our client, a leading energy operator, we are seeking for Senior Mechanical Engineer for a critical role supporting sustained operations at their world-class LNG facility in Darwin.

This is your opportunity to contribute to a globally significant project and take on a leadership role in maintaining operational excellence.

About this role

Operational Safety:

Conduct all activities safely, ensuring personnel welfare and asset protection.

Compliance & Reliability:

Safeguard technical integrity by managing mechanical equipment in alignment with safety case performance standards.
Ensure preventive maintenance tasks are executed, and performance monitoring programs are effective.
Troubleshoot failures and implement improvements for enhanced plant performance.
Ensure equipment is operated within limits to prevent failures.

Risk & Assurance:

Identify and manage risks associated with critical equipment and interfaces.
Develop and implement mitigation and assurance plans for mechanical risks.

Technical Leadership:

Provide expertise on static mechanical equipment in operational LNG or power station environments.
Review and improve maintenance and operational strategies for mechanical and rotating equipment.
Support technical evaluations, vendor documentation, risk assessments, and root cause analyses.
Mentor junior engineers and provide input into OPEX and CAPEX budgets.

Planning:

Contribute to budget cycles, maintenance planning, and shutdown processes.

Is this you?

Requirements:

Australian Full working rights
Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering (Postgraduate qualifications advantageous).
Relevant of experience in Oil and Gas operations, with a strong focus on maintenance or integrity.
Knowledge of mechanical systems in LNG or Combined Cycle Power Stations.
Familiarity with industry standards for mechanical systems and expertise in SIMOPS, HAZID, HAZOPS, and RCA.

What we offer

About Brunel:

Brunel is a recruitment and flexible workforce solution provider which connects talented people with opportunities throughout Australasia and around the world. We specialise in highly skilled roles across a variety of technical, professional, trades and craft disciplines, pairing candidates with industry-leading projects and organisations on a contract, permanent or secondment basis.

Operating in Australasia since 1997, Brunel has major bases of operation in Perth, Sydney, Brisbane and Port Moresby, which are further backed by the strength and reach of a truly global network spanning over 45 countries, 120 offices and 45 years of successful operation.

Brunel is proud to be equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and female candidates.

How to apply:

If you meet the above requirements and would like to be considered for this role, please submit your interest using the 'Apply' button. Applying is quick and easy - just make sure you have the following documents ready to go: