Structural Engineer (Resources)

Structural Engineer (Resources)

Company: Chandler Macleod Location: Boddington Work Type: Contract Onsite/Remote: Onsite Salary: AUD 100 - 106 per hour, Plus Superannuation

Chandler Macleod is seeking a Structural Engineer to contribute to a significant Western Australian mining and processing operation. This contract role is based primarily at the Boddington Mine, with travel typically required once per fortnight to once per month to a nearby alumina refinery.

Role Overview

Reporting to the Asset Management team, this position focuses on maintaining the structural integrity and reliability of essential mine and processing infrastructure. It involves hands-on operational engineering, with emphasis on structural inspections, condition assessments, defect identification, risk management, and remediation planning. You will also contribute to maintenance and improvement projects, collaborating with Operations, Maintenance, and Engineering stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct structural inspections and assess asset condition across mining and processing operations.
• Identify, investigate, and assess structural defects and integrity risks.
• Support structural integrity management and asset management programs.
• Develop practical engineering recommendations and remediation strategies.
• Assist with structural assessments, designs, and technical documentation.
• Support maintenance and capital improvement projects.
• Contribute to risk assessments and risk-based decision making.
• Ensure compliance with relevant Australian Standards and engineering best practice.
• Work collaboratively with Operations, Maintenance, and Project teams to improve asset reliability and performance.

About You

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• 2-5+ years of experience in Structural Engineering.
• Experience conducting inspections, assessments, and defect analysis.
• Strong understanding of structural engineering principles and asset integrity.
• Well-developed analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with a variety of stakeholders.
• Full Australian working rights.
• Currently residing in Perth, WA or surrounding areas.

Travel Requirements

Candidates must be able to travel from their home location to both operational sites as required. Bus transport is available from Perth and Mandurah to Boddington Mine. Personal transport will be required for travel to the refinery site, as no bus service is available.

Highly Regarded

• Experience in mining, mineral processing, manufacturing, or heavy industrial sectors.
• Exposure to structural integrity or asset management programs.
• Experience supporting maintenance and capital projects.
• Engineers Australia membership or progress towards professional registration.

Work Details

• Roster: 4 x 10-hour days or 9-day fortnight.
• Contract Duration: Initial 6-month contract with strong potential for extension.
• Start Date: Immediate availability or short notice period preferred.

Chandler Macleod is a global workforce solutions provider. We are committed to fostering a diverse workforce where everyone is welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, neurodiverse individuals, people living with a disability, and the LGBTIQA+ community.