Australia, Brisbane
Fulltime: 40 hrs a week
Experience: 5 years
Closing: March 14, 2025

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Introduction

Are you an innovative engineering leader who challenges the norm and embraces new technology? We're seeking an Engineering Manager to drive asset integrity, reliability, and performance while leveraging AI, automation, and cutting-edge solutions.

In this role, you'll research, evaluate, and implement new technologies to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and transform operations. If you're passionate about innovation in asset management, we want to hear from you!

What are you going to do 

You will report directly to the General Manager and play a key role in shaping asset management strategies.

We need someone who can:

  • Challenge the status quo and identify opportunities where AI, automation, and new technologies can add value.
  • Research and explore emerging tech, keeping the business at the forefront of innovation.
  • Lead change while working collaboratively across the business to drive continuous improvement.
  • Bridge traditional asset management principles with modern, technology-driven approaches.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Research and evaluate new technologies, including AI, automation, and predictive maintenance tools.
  • Challenge conventional thinking to find innovative solutions that improve asset reliability.
  • Collaborate with the General Manager and senior leadership to shape the future of asset management.
  • Implement data-driven decision-making processes to enhance efficiency and cost savings.
  • Ensure compliance with all safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
  • Identify opportunities for continuous improvement, reducing downtime and operational risks.
  • Manage budgets and financial performance, ensuring cost-effective asset management.
  • Ad-hoc site visits as required to support operational needs and ensure asset integrity.

Essential skills and knowledge 

  • Considerable engineering experience in asset management, maintenance, or reliability.
  • Experience in energy, mining, or chemical industries preferred.
  • Proven leadership skills, with experience driving innovation and operational improvements.
  • A strong interest in AI, automation, and emerging technology, with a willingness to research and implement new solutions.
  • Problem-solving mindset, with a passion for challenging traditional ways of working.
  • Financial and commercial acumen, ensuring cost-effective asset lifecycle management.
  • RPEQ registration (or ability to obtain within six months).
  • Chartered membership of a relevant engineering professional organization (desirable).

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:

  • Resume
  • Cover Letter (optional)

Do you have questions?

If you have any questions or would like to discuss the details of this role, please contact Scott on s.mcadam@brunel.net

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Are you ready for the next step in your career? Join Brunel’s powerful global network, where passionate, results-driven specialists come together with industry-leading clients. By connecting specialists to pioneering projects, we drive change in many industries, enabling growth and delivering great outcomes. Brunel helps you reach your full potential and empowers you to make an impact within a purpose-driven global company.

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Our Culture and Values

At Brunel, we are proud of our unique corporate culture, which is shaped and nurtured by the collective efforts of our employees. Our work environment is characterised by an authentic, communicative and inclusive approach to teamwork that fosters an atmosphere of collaboration and creativity. Our values are at the center of everything we do – for our clients, our colleagues and ourselves.

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Our ESG Commitment

Since 1975, our mission has always been to connect specialists to exciting career opportunities, to support the development of these careers, and to offer fair and equal employment. This has enabled us to create a truly sustainable and durable business model. Having a passion for people and caring deeply for the environment is not only part of Brunel’s DNA but is also reflected in our culture and values. As a global company, we take our social responsibility very seriously.

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Scott McAdam

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