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Job Title


Senior Mechanical/Civil Engineer


Company : W3Global


Location : WA, Australia


Created : 2026-05-06


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Heavy Lift Engineer to lead our engineering function and play a critical role in delivering safe, innovative, and commercially sound heavy lift solutions across Australia. This is a key position within the business, ensuring exceptional customer service and bestinclass safety outcomes that consistently exceed client expectations. About The Role Reporting to senior leadership, you will work closely with Operations, Business Development, and project stakeholders to deliver complex heavy lift and transport solutions. You will also contribute to business growth, technology advancement, and the development of industryleading engineering standards and tools. Key Responsibilities Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and clients to develop compliant heavy lift plans in accordance with relevant Australian Standards Communicate strategy, planning, outcomes, and issues clearly to senior management and the wider business Build and maintain strong working relationships across the business as a key member of the Technical team Evaluate and implement new and emerging engineering technologies related to cranes, rigging, load monitoring, and heavy lift operation Develop, coach, and support team members to enhance capability and succession planning Develop tools, systems, and training to ensure compliance with world''s best practice and to set new industry benchmarks Provide engineering support outside normal business hours as required Ensure compliance with the latest Australian Standards and Codes of Practice nationwide Support Business Development with technical input for tenders, proposals, and client presentations Assist with engineering design including lifting devices, load support beams, stools, transport equipment, load restraint diagrams, lifting studies, and alternative lift and transport methodologies About You You are a technically strong and commercially aware engineer with a passion for safety, leadership, and continuous improvement. You thrive in a dynamic environment and are confident working with clients, stakeholders, and multidisciplinary teams. Essential Requirements Bachelor''s degree in Mechanical or Structural Engineering Minimum 3 years'' experience working as an engineer (heavy lift or related industry preferred) Strong background in construction, cranes, lifting, and transportation Proficiency in AutoCAD or similar engineering design software CClass Driver''s Licence National Police Clearance Ability to pass a preemployment medical and Drug & Alcohol screening Why Join? Lead complex, highprofile heavy lift projects across Australia Work with a respected and growing industry leader Opportunity to influence engineering standards and innovation Supportive leadership team with a strong focus on safety and excellence #J-18808-Ljbffr