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Gordon Brothers Industries (GBI) is the largest Industrial Refrigeration (IR) Company in Australia. We have offices in each mainland state and provide complete industrial refrigeration solutions including design, construction and comprehensive servicing for a wide range of sectors including mining, chemical, food and beverage.
GBI has joined the JCI family and as we continue to innovate and grow, we are looking for a Project Engineer to join our team.
About the role:
Complete detailed engineering calculations and design for the development of refrigeration solutions
Preparing estimates for minor and major project work
This will include preparing tender submissions to client’s specifications and deadlines and could involve work interstate and overseas. The company will allocate resources where they are best used for the overall company benefit.
Evaluating existing refrigeration plants and assisting our clients to modify the system to meet their requirements
Marketing of all services provided by GBI to our customers including consulting services, contract works, maintenance and parts supply
Providing total customer support is a significant focus regardless of any internal business structures. Project management including negotiation with suppliers, coordination of design, procurement of materials, coordination of inter-department resources and project administration requirements. Managing project costs and ensuring successful completion of all projects.
Preparing risk assessments for all aspects of our equipment and project work. The company has a health and safety system for safe work.
Ensuring company and subcontractor compliance with these systems is considered essential and must be completed in a timely manner
Knowledge of applicable Australian & International Standards to our industry and ensure compliance for our equipment and project work
Drafting as required for small projects and manufacturing using AutoCAD, Solid Works and hand sketches
Complete safety and engineering audits of refrigeration systems on site to various requirements. This will include compiling client reports
Contribute to the continuous development of internal systems to streamline engineering and project management functions.
Completing various administrative duties associated with engineering and project management operations
Supervise and assist with commissioning new plants as appropriate
Assist with delivering of training for internal and external technical people where appropriate including graduate engineers
Assisting the service department with engineering and small contracting support
Taking reasonable care for the health and safety of self and persons at the workplace and those who may be affected by the employee’s acts or omissions at work
Co-operating with GBI management or other persons as far as is necessary to enable compliance with any requirement under Health and Safety legislation that are imposed in the interests of health, safety and welfare on the employer or any other person
Performing duties as assigned by Supervisor
All IP business rights remain with the company
What we look for:
An Engineering Qualification with Industrial Experience
A strong background in Engineering design and or project delivery for Mechanical Electrical or process equipment, ideally working with refrigeration or compression in heavy industry
Experience in process engineering design
Excellent skills in designing and developing industrial refrigeration, compression projects or rotating equipment
Experience in project management of mechanical, electrical or process projects delivering complex documentation and deliverable
Experience in heavy industry such as petrochemical or oil and gas/compression or other similar
Effective handling of project reviews and handling by conducting FAT (Factory Acceptance test), SAT (Site Acceptance Test)
Be able to understand and interpret the design intent around qualified specification and drawings
Competent computer skills in MS Word, Excel, Project, Visio and AutoCAD skills would be an advantage to the applicant
Standardizing of the deliverables including software, points list, documentation etc.
Setting up and maintaining a standard library of the above
Exceptional time management and communication skills
Ability to work within a team environment
Drive to succeed
Keep up to date with the technical aspects of the job and be willing to undertake training from time to time as required
Act as liaison between the customer and Johnson Controls by building a long-term working relationship
We Offer
This is a great opportunity for a Project Engineer to grow and develop. We offer diverse on the job learning opportunities and a competitive remuneration package. If you are dedicated, have initiative and take pride in producing high quality work, this is an outstanding opportunity to be part of our growing team.
Please visit the Gordon Brothers website www.gordonbrothers.com.au prior to applying for additional information regarding the scope of our endeavours.
Only applicants who have a current right to work in Australia will be considered.
Please note pre-employment checks – including reference checks, medical, criminal record check, and drug & alcohol testing – will form part of the eligibility process.
Application Process
If you think you have the above attributes and looking to kick start your career, please send your resume along with a cover letter. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
