Mechanical Engineer at Boardroom Appointments

• An established engineering and construction company is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer to join its growing project delivery team. This is an exciting opportunity to work on large-scale mining, industrial, infrastructure and energy projects, managing the full construction lifecycle from planning through to commissioning and handover.
• If you thrive in a fast-paced project environment and enjoy leading multidisciplinary teams while delivering complex engineering projects safely, on time and within budget, we'd love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate Structural, Mechanical and Piping (SMP) construction activities across multiple projects.
• Review engineering drawings, specifications, P&IDs and technical documentation.
• Monitor construction progress and ensure projects remain on schedule.
• Coordinate subcontractors, supervisors and construction teams.
• Conduct site inspections and ensure work meets quality and engineering standards.
• Identify and resolve technical issues affecting project delivery.
• Liaise with clients, consultants and multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Monitor productivity, resource utilisation and material requirements.
• Prepare project reports and technical documentation.
• Ensure compliance with all SHEQ requirements.
• Support commissioning, testing and final project handover.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree or National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in SMP construction within the mining, industrial, power or heavy engineering sectors.
• Sound knowledge of structural steel, mechanical equipment installation, piping systems and construction methodologies.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, P&IDs, isometric drawings and technical specifications.
• Strong understanding of quality control and construction standards.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and engineering/project management software.
• Valid driver's licence.
• Willingness to travel and work on project sites when required.
• ECSA registration (Professional or Candidate) will be advantageous.

We're Looking For Someone Who Is

• Highly organised with excellent planning skills.
• A strong leader who can coordinate multidisciplinary teams.
• Analytical with excellent problem-solving ability.
• Able to work under pressure and meet demanding project deadlines.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to quality.
• Passionate about safety, continuous improvement and delivering engineering excellence.