Talent International, a leading Australian recruitment firm, has been engaged by our long-standing client to recruit a 3D Design Drafter on a contract basis until March 2027.

Role Title: 3D Design Drafter

Contract Length: Contract until March 2027

Location + WFH Flexibility: Port Kembla, NSW

Hourly Pay: $75 + super per hour

Role Details

The 3D Design Drafter will deliver comprehensive drafting and 3D modelling services for a major capital project. This role will support the engineering team by developing, maintaining, and managing detailed design documentation to ensure accuracy, compliance, and seamless project execution.

You will:

• Develop and integrate 3D models, including incorporation of OEM 3D models.
• Produce new drawings, as-built drawings from redline mark-ups, and mark-ups/cross-references of existing plant drawings.
• Follow established drafting standards, procedures, and drawing management systems, including revision control, storage, and backups.
• Provide design and drafting support to engineers and project teams.
• Ensure all drafting activities comply with the Engineering Management Plan (ASMAP-PROJ-ENGR-PLN-0001).

Required Skills and Experience

• 10+ years’ experience in 3D design and drafting, ideally within heavy industry or large-scale capital projects.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Inventor 3D software.
• Strong capability in 3D modelling, model management, and 2D drafting.
• Experience using point clouds to verify as-built structures and equipment.
• Skilled in Navisworks for model review and coordination.
• Proven ability to estimate drafting effort and manage competing priorities.
• Excellent problem-solving, time management, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in cross-functional and team-oriented environments.
• Strong proficiency in English and MS Office suite.

Desirable Experience

• Background in mechanical and structural 3D design development and 2D drafting from concept through to detailed design.
• Experience delivering multi-disciplinary engineering and construction projects within heavy industry.
• Sound understanding of relevant Australian standards and industry regulations.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety, health, environment, and community values.
• Broad understanding of engineering, construction, and commissioning processes for effective project integration.

Additional Details & Benefits

• Work on a major capital project within a leading manufacturing environment.
• Contribute to the design and delivery of critical infrastructure supporting safe, efficient, and reliable operations.
• Join an experienced engineering and operations team committed to excellence and collaboration.

To Apply

If this sounds like your next opportunity or you’d like to hear more, please apply now and submit your resume!

Talent International, a leading Australian recruitment firm, has been engaged by our long-standing client to recruit a Commissioning Process Engineer on a contract basis until March 2027.

Role Title: Commissioning Process Engineer

Contract Length: Contract until March 2027

Location + WFH Flexibility: Port Kembla, NSW

Hourly Pay: Flexible for the right candidate

Role Details

The Commissioning Process Engineer will ensure the capital project delivers commissioning systems and processes that support a successful start-up, seamless transition, and ongoing safe, compliant, and reliable operation of plant and equipment. You will:

• Develop and implement commissioning manuals, procedures, processes, and plans.
• Support operational readiness, safe start-up, and ongoing plant performance.
• Collaborate with engineering, maintenance, and operations teams to integrate new and upgraded equipment.
• Lead risk management and ensure commissioning activities align with safety, quality, and cost standards.
• Provide clear reporting and communication across the project team and stakeholders.

Required Skills and Experience

• Experience in commissioning and operational readiness within heavy industry or manufacturing projects.
• Strong understanding of plant operations, maintenance, and engineering processes.
• Ability to engage at strategic and operational levels with cross-functional teams and senior stakeholders.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills.
• Experience in risk management, technical documentation, and coordinating commissioning systems.
• Proficiency in MS Office, including Excel and Project.
• Relevant engineering degree and professional licence or registration preferred.

Additional Details & Benefits

• Work on a major capital project in a leading manufacturing environment.
• Contribute to safe, efficient, and reliable plant operations.
• Collaborate with an experienced engineering and operations team.

To Apply

If this sounds like your next opportunity or you would like to hear more, please apply now and submit your resume!

Talent International, a leading Australian recruitment firm, has been engaged by our long-standing client, a leading ASX-listed manufacturer. We are seeking an experienced Commissioning Electrical Engineer on a contract basis until March 2027.

Role Title: Commissioning Electrical Engineer

Contract Length: Contract until March 2027

Location: Port Kembla, NSW

Hourly Pay: Flexible for the right candidate

Role Details

As a Commissioning Electrical Engineer, you will play a key role in ensuring the successful start-up and handover of new and upgraded plant equipment as part of a major capital project. Working within the project’s commissioning team, you will:

• Develop and implement commissioning manuals, procedures, and systems.
• Support safe, compliant, and reliable operation of new plant and equipment.
• Prepare and manage commissioning documentation and operational readiness deliverables.
• Lead risk identification and ensure commissioning activities align with safety and quality standards.
• Collaborate with engineering, maintenance, and operations teams to ensure seamless transition to steady-state operations.
• Promote safety leadership and continuous improvement throughout the commissioning phase.

Required Skills and Experience

• Proven experience in commissioning and operational readiness within heavy industry or manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of plant maintenance, operations, and engineering processes.
• Experience managing technical documentation, safety systems, and project risk.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and planning abilities.
• Proficiency in MS Office and project scheduling tools.
• Relevant engineering degree and professional licence or registration preferred.

Additional Details & Benefits

• Contribute to a major capital project for an ASX-listed manufacturer.
• Influence commissioning systems and safety processes at scale.
• Join a collaborative, safety-first culture with experienced technical professionals.

To Apply

If this sounds like your next opportunity or you would like to hear more, please apply now and submit your resume!

For more information or a confidential discussion, please contact Angus Bick at Talent International – angus.bick@talentinternational.com.

An ASX Top 50 industrial leader is seeking an experienced Construction Manager to play a pivotal role in delivering one of their major capital projects. Based in the Illawarra region, this contract opportunity runs through to March 2027 and will see you take a key leadership position overseeing site-based construction activities critical to project success.

You will play a pivotal role in:

• Leading the construction strategy and execution planning across mechanical, civil, electrical, and fabrication scopes
• Providing constructability input during the design phase to ensure efficient and safe execution
• Overseeing all on-site construction activities, ensuring compliance with WHS regulations, standards, and project governance frameworks
• Building and managing a strong, safety-focused construction team and driving a culture of accountability and performance
• Managing contractors, cost, schedule, and quality to achieve project KPIs
• Supporting commissioning, handover, and defect rectification phases

Experience required:

• 15+ years leading the construction of major heavy industrial or complex infrastructure projects
• Knowledge and experience in Heavy industrial manufacturing facilities and associated infrastructure.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate diverse teams while fostering a culture built around safety, collaboration, and accountability
• A strong track record in developing and implementing construction methodologies, risk frameworks, and execution plans that deliver to scope, budget, and schedule
• A degree in engineering or equivalent practical experience gained through progressive senior roles
• Experience overseeing tender processes, negotiating contracts, and managing large-scale contractor and supplier relationships

Additional Details:

• Start Date: As soon as possible
• Contract Duration: Contract until March 2027 months
• Hourly Rate: Dependent on experience

If you are interested, please apply now. For a confidential discussion, please reach out to Josh.costigan@talentinternational.com

Project Engineer – Mechanical / Hydraulics (Heavy Industry)

Location: Wollongong, NSW
Contract: 12-Month Hourly Rate (Highly Likely to Extend)

About the Project

Join a major capital development initiative – Project Prime – within a leading heavy industrial manufacturing organisation. This is a hands-on engineering role where you will contribute to the successful delivery of hydraulic and mechanical systems across design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and operational readiness phases.

Role Overview

The Hydraulics / Mechanical Project Engineer is responsible for delivering assigned work packages safely, on schedule, and within budget. You will coordinate engineering design, tendering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and handover activities while maintaining high standards of HSE compliance and project governance.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop scopes of work and customer requirements specifications for hydraulic and mechanical systems.

• Lead tendering, procurement, and contract administration processes for assigned work packages.

• Participate in engineering design reviews, including P&IDs, mechanical drawings, and hydraulic system layouts.

• Ensure safety and environmental compliance across all project activities, contributing to audits, HAZOPs, SIL, and risk assessments.

• Collaborate with construction, commissioning, and operations teams to ensure timely and accurate delivery of engineering outputs.

• Manage project cost, schedule, and risks, including documenting and controlling risks in alignment with project standards.

• Provide technical and contractual support during construction, commissioning, and defects/rectification phases.

• Assist with operational readiness, including development of maintenance, training, and operational documentation.

Key Requirements

• Tertiary qualification in Mechanical or Hydraulic Engineering (or related discipline).

• 5+ years’ experience managing engineering packages in heavy industry or manufacturing environments.

• Strong knowledge of hydraulic systems, project design, construction, and commissioning.

• Proven ability to prepare technical documentation, tender specifications, and contracts.

• Experience with project controls, budgeting, and schedule management.

• Commitment to health, safety, and environmental excellence.

• Proficiency in MS Office and MS Project.

• Excellent communication skills and ability to work in cross-functional teams.

What’s on Offer

• Hourly rate contract, paid for every hour worked.

• 12-month initial term, with strong potential for extension.

• Work on a high-profile capital project within a leading industrial manufacturing site.

• Collaborative, multi-disciplinary engineering environment.

• Opportunity to make a tangible impact on a major industrial project.

How to Apply

If you’re a motivated Project Engineer with hydraulics or mechanical experience seeking a challenging, hands-on project role, we want to hear from you.

📧 Send your resume to: priya.gabriel@talentinternational.com

Talent International, a leading Australian recruitment firm, has been engaged by our long-standing client, a leading ASX-listed manufacturer. We are seeking an experienced Lead Process Engineer on a contract basis until March 2027.

Role Title: Lead Process Engineer

Contract Length: Contract until March 2027

Rate: Competitive Hourly Rate

Location: Port Kembla, NSW

Role Details

As a Lead Process Engineer, you will:

• Lead and oversee process engineering activities, including design calculations, PFDs, P&IDs, process descriptions, specifications, and scope development.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to engineering teams, ensuring quality and compliance with engineering and HSE standards.
• Participate in hazard and design reviews, plant layout reviews, and the development of safe working procedures.
• Support commissioning, pre-commissioning, handover, and rectification during defects liability periods.
• Manage relationships with external engineering providers, consultants, and contractors, including contract negotiation and administration.
• Identify, document, and manage risks in line with organisational risk management practices.

Required Skills and Experience

• Proven experience in process engineering within a manufacturing or heavy industry environment.
• Strong knowledge of engineering design processes, including PFDs, P&IDs, process descriptions, specifications, and data sheets.
• Demonstrated leadership experience in managing engineering teams and projects.
• Strong expertise in safety leadership, hazard identification, and HSE compliance.
• Experience managing projects, contracts, and external engineering consultants.
• Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and stakeholder management skills.

Additional Details & Benefits

• Lead a high-profile manufacturing project and mentor junior engineers.
• Opportunity to apply engineering expertise in a large-scale industrial project.
• Collaborative environment with exposure to senior stakeholders and multi-disciplinary teams.

To Apply

If this sounds like your next opportunity or you would like to hear more, please apply now and submit your resume!

Mechanical Site Engineer – 12-Month Contract

Location: Port Kembla, NSW
Start Date: February 2026
Industry: Manufacturing / Capital Projects / Heavy Industry

About the Role

• We’re seeking an experienced Project Engineer to join 12-month fixed-term contract, commencing February 2026.
• This role will support the delivery of major work packages across the project, working closely with the Lead Project Engineers and Construction Team. You’ll play a hands-on role in planning, coordinating, and delivering mechanical installation and construction activities safely, on time, and within budget.
• This position is key to ensuring quality, safety, and smooth coordination across multiple stakeholders – ideal for someone who enjoys being at the centre of large-scale project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• As Project Engineer, you will:
• Provide first-line engineering support for mechanical installation works.
• Assist contractors with logistics, storage, and management of free-issue items.
• Oversee on-site quality inspections and ITP points.
• Support safe task planning and participate in incident investigations and corrective actions.
• Manage supply and fabrication packages feeding into furnace construction.
• Contribute to design reviews, construction planning, procurement, commissioning, and operational readiness.
• Coordinate technical specifications, tendering, and contract administration for assigned work packages.
• Drive project milestones to meet scope, budget, and schedule objectives.

You’ll bring:

• A tertiary qualification in Engineering.
• 5+ years’ experience in construction or project engineering within heavy industry.
• Experience managing small to medium design and construction projects.
• Strong understanding of safety standards, risk management, and compliance.
• Proven ability to manage contractors and liaise with multi-disciplinary teams.
• Excellent problem-solving, planning, and communication skills.
• Working knowledge of MS Office and project management tools.

What’s in it for you?

• Be part of one of Australia’s most iconic manufacturing businesses, delivering large-scale projects that make a real impact. You’ll work in a collaborative environment that values safety, innovation, and teamwork.
• This is a fantastic opportunity to:
• Contribute to a major capital project with national visibility.
• Gain exposure across all stages of project execution – from design through to commissioning.
• Join a company that’s committed to safety, sustainability, and career development.

Interested?
If you’re a hands-on Project Engineer ready to take on a key role in one of BlueScope’s most significant capital projects, we’d love to hear from you.

Role Title: HSEC Coordinator

Contract Length: Initial contract until December 2026

Competitive hourly rate

This position plays a key part in assisting with the planning, monitoring, and execution of construction activities to ensure all work is undertaken safely and environmental controls are effective. The HSEC Coordinator will help minimise job-related risks, strengthen the project’s safety culture, and ensure risk management and safe systems of work are embedded across all project phases.

The role is critical to maintaining clear communication and reporting within the project team, ensuring alignment with the client’s engineering and safety framework and broader project objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

Demonstrate Safety Leadership

* Maintain awareness of governing HSEC management plans and apply responsibilities accordingly.

* Promote and maintain a safe and healthy workplace in accordance with company policies and applicable laws and standards.

* Actively contribute to the project’s HSEC program and safety behaviours.

Demonstrate Environmental Leadership

* Support and maintain environmental controls for all construction activities.

* Ensure compliance with environmental management plans and relevant regulatory standards.

Contribute to Construction Planning and Execution

* Assist in developing and communicating the Project Safety Management Plan and Job Safety Environment Analysis (JSEA).

* Ensure compliance with statutory consent conditions.

* Conduct daily safety audits and monitor compliance with company procedures.

* Identify and mitigate risks proactively through regular site engagement and collaboration with construction teams.

* Participate in construction risk management and engineering reviews.

Monitoring & Reporting

* Report and investigate incidents and ensure timely close-out.

* Maintain and communicate project safety statistics (AI / MTI / LTI).

* Monitor and report on audit performance and compliance with safety standards.

Required Skills and Experience:

* Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Health, or a related discipline.

* Certification in Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) preferred.

* Minimum 5 years’ professional experience in heavy industry (construction, manufacturing, mining, or civil).

* Proven experience supporting construction projects with a strong HSEC focus.

* Skilled communicator capable of building alignment and consensus across teams.

* Strong understanding of construction risk identification and management with a zero-harm mindset.

* Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Project) and solid report-writing ability.

* Knowledge of Workplace Health & Safety and Environmental Regulations.

Desirable Attributes:

* Demonstrated leadership in fostering a strong safety culture.

* Ability to manage competing demands effectively with strong time management skills.

* Problem-solving and critical thinking capability in a cross-functional environment.

* Experience working within heavy industrial manufacturing facilities and understanding of engineering, commissioning, and operational readiness.

Additional Details & Benefits:

* Work on a major industrial project

* Be part of a safety-first culture that values mentorship, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

* Join a cross-functional, high-performing team with clear communication and shared accountability.

* Ideal for professionals seeking stability, challenge, and the chance to make a tangible safety impact.

To Apply:

If this sounds like your next opportunity or you’d like to learn more, please ‘apply now’ and submit your resume.

• Initial 9-Month Contract (View to Extend)
• Wollongong Location (On-site)
• $90-$100 per Hour

Are you an experienced drafting professional ready to lead and deliver drafting and 3D modeling services for large-scale, multi-disciplinary engineering projects? Our client, a leading ASX listed manufacturer, is seeking a Drafting Coordinator to play a pivotal role in the successful delivery of a high-profile capital project.

About the Role:

The Drafting Coordinator will oversee drafting standards, manage 3D modeling efforts, and ensure the seamless integration of OEM models and project requirements. Working closely with engineering, construction, and commissioning teams, you’ll lead drafting efforts to deliver high-quality outputs in alignment with project timelines and budgets. You will also manage a small drafting team, including two direct reports and contractors as needed, with a 50% focus on team management and 50% on hands-on drafting work.

Key Responsibilities:

Drafting Leadership:

• Establish and maintain drafting standards, procedures, and drawing management systems.
• Oversee the development and integration of 3D models for plant and equipment.
• Ensure all drafting tasks adhere to Australian and International Standards, as well as project management plans.
• Create and apply sound drawing management systems to streamline workflows and ensure accuracy.
• Oversee and manage the integration of OEM models into the project as required.

Project Management:

• Coordinate and prioritise drafting work across internal and external resources, ensuring efficient use of time and resources.
• Develop and update drawings for tender, construction, and fabrication purposes, ensuring they align with as-built status.
• Support engineers with concept layouts and decision-making.
• Maintain compliance with safety, environmental, and quality management systems.

Team Collaboration:

• Lead a small team of draftspersons and contractors, ensuring high-quality work and strong collaboration.
• Work closely with engineers, consultants, contractors, and the wider project team.
• Contribute to fostering a high-performing project culture aligned with company values.

What You’ll Need:

Skills:

• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Inventor 3D software.
• Strong coordination and communication skills for cross-functional teams.
• Excellent time management and problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to manage and apply a drawing management system effectively.

Experience:

• 10+ years of drafting experience in heavy industry projects.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multi-disciplinary engineering projects.
• Previous experience managing small drafting teams and contractors.
• Proven ability to build and implement drawing management systems.
• Commitment to safety, health, and environmental excellence.

Knowledge:

• Expertise in drafting tools and engineering packages, including AutoCAD and Inventor.
• Familiarity with construction, engineering, and commissioning processes.
• Understanding of Volt and experience integrating it with project systems.

What’s on Offer:

• Be part of a high-impact project shaping the future of heavy manufacturing.
• A collaborative team environment with a focus on safety and innovation.
• Competitive daily rate aligned with your skills and experience.

If you are interested, please APPLY NOW!