Sthn Projects Engineer

JBS Australia’s Southern Division, headquartered in Melbourne, has the largest multi-species processing facility in Australia, processing beef, sheep, and goats. JBS Southern processing facilities have access to all major international markets, providing our livestock suppliers with a range of markets and brand opportunities.

At JBS, we foster a positive and inclusive culture that values diversity and teamwork. We are committed to your professional growth and offer exciting career development opportunities within one of the world’s most respected organisations.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Southern Projects Engineer to join our team. As the Projects Engineer, you will be responsible for leading engineering projects across our five fast-paced manufacturing facilities and one feedlot. You will drive successful project outcomes by overseeing project execution and ensuring safety, production, cost, compliance, and continuous improvement in plant operations.

Working closely with plant operations and engineering teams, you will provide direction, technical support, and advice to ensure project success. You will also identify future capital investment opportunities based on equipment lifecycle, reliability, and sustainability initiatives.

Key Responsibilities Include (But Are Not Limited To):

Engineering Leadership & Management:

• Contribute to the development of a 3-year Divisional Project Forecast, ensuring alignment with business priorities.
• Implement efficient Capital Program control systems tailored to Engineering Team requirements.
• Monitor and review annual, quarterly, and monthly capital activities to ensure priorities are met across all sites.
• Provide direction and support to Engineering and Maintenance teams to ensure alignment with the Southern Divisional Capital Plan.
• Advocate for value-added interventions at Capital Program meetings.
• Manage budgeting and cost control for capital projects, including short- and long-term forecasts and rolling Capex plans.
• Oversee contractor and supplier management to ensure effective resource use.
• Ensure materials management, including spare parts and inventory, is integrated into capital projects.

Continuous Improvement:

• Investigate site downtime events and collaborate with teams to eliminate root causes using engineering solutions.
• Analyse production and maintenance data to identify opportunities for process improvement and reduce recurring breakdowns.
• Manage the BU Capital Plan (3- and 1-year) to meet ROI benchmarks, ideally with paybacks within 12 months.
• Lead and manage nominated capital projects from initiation to completion, including design, cost estimation, implementation, and auditing of savings and gains.
• Ensure maintenance considerations are incorporated into all capital projects.

What You’ll Bring to the Table:

• An Electrical or Mechanical degree (preferred), or equivalent experience in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment.
• Proven experience in simultaneously leading multiple large-scale projects in an FMCG environment.
• In-depth understanding of Capital work management practices.
• Ability to plan, organise, and control project activities to optimise resource use.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities.
• Sound knowledge of WH&S regulations.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and relevant engineering software.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for career growth and professional development within JBS.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment where you can thrive.
• The chance to be part of one of the world’s leading companies in the meat processing industry.

Ready to Join JBS?

Are you ready to be part of the 3rd largest Food & Beverage company in the world, just behind Nestle and Pepsi? This is your opportunity to shape the future of our operations strategy and work closely with leaders across the region.

If you’re ready to make an impact, we want to hear from you!