Lead / Senior Process Engineer

Mills Recruitment is partnering with a highly regarded EPC/EPCM provider to recruit a Senior Process Engineer with extensive gold project experience. Our client has a strong reputation for successfully delivering projects across Australia, from concept through to execution, across the resources sector. Their core expertise lies in the design and construction of mineral processing facilities, with a focus on innovation, quality, and community engagement.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic team with a supportive culture, strong leadership, and a commitment to professional development.

Responsibilities

• Contribute across all project phases – from concept studies to detailed design – on gold and other metals projects.
• Develop and optimise process flowsheets for greenfield and brownfield metallurgical plants.
• Undertake trade-off studies to determine the most efficient and cost-effective project solutions.
• Prepare design calculations and process simulations using industry-standard software.
• Generate process equipment data sheets and mass balance models.
• Provide input to other engineering disciplines and support overall project delivery.
• Assist in preparing capital and operating cost estimates.
• Engage directly with clients to understand and deliver on project and business needs.
• Mentor junior and graduate engineers to support team development.

About You

• Degree qualified in Chemical or Metallurgical Engineering (or equivalent) from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of 7 years’ process engineering experience within the metallurgical industry, with a strong focus on gold processing.
• Prior experience in an EPC/EPCM, consulting, or contracting environment.
• Operational site experience will be highly regarded.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present technical concepts clearly.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Experience mentoring junior engineers is advantageous.
• Adaptable, solution-focused, and comfortable working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Apply now or send your CV directly to Kirsty Quinn at [email protected]