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Expect questions on leading mechanical scopes in plant environments: how you prioritise maintenance or project work, manage contractors, control HSE risk, and communicate when plans slip. Bring concrete examples of coordinating multi-trade work and reporting to operations.
Strong fit if you lead mechanical projects on industrial sites and want on-site work with Southern Cross Fertilisers in Townsville’s North Ward rather than remote delivery.
As Project Lead – Mechanical at Southern Cross Fertilisers in North Ward, Townsville, a typical day centres on planning and driving mechanical work packages on an industrial fertiliser site: aligning contractors and trades, checking progress against schedule and safety, clearing blockers with operations, and keeping stakeholders updated. The listing is on-site, not remote.
No. It is listed for North Ward, Townsville and marked as not remote.
North Ward, Townsville, Queensland, in the 4810 area of Australia.
Owning planning, coordination and delivery of mechanical work on a fertiliser site, working closely with trades, contractors and operations.
Project Lead - Mechanical at Southern Cross Fertilisers in North Ward, Townsville What This Role Involves The Capital Projects Lead - Mechanical role involves providing leadership across various mechanical projects. Reporting to the Capital Projects Superintendent, you will be responsible for overseeing project execution and ensuring alignment with company goals and standards. Core Duties Provide strategic direction and leadership in the planning and implementation of mechanical projects. Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, codes, and industry best practices. Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources to deliver projects on schedule and within budget. Collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineering, procurement, and construction to ensure seamless project execution. What We're Looking For A competitive base salary with an allowance of $25,000 per annum. An annual bonus opportunity. 4/3 rostering – working Monday to Thursday with FIFO from the Townsville area. Proven experience in mechanical project management within the fertiliser or related industries. Strong leadership and team management skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. More About Southern Cross Fertilisers Southern Cross Fertilisers is committed to unlocking the potential of its people by fostering a culture that values inclusivity, safety, and high performance. Our vision is to create teams on the ground that are capable, inclusive, and perform at their best. Ready to Apply? To apply, complete your application directly on this page, or you'll be redirected to the employer's application platform to finish submitting there.
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