Posted: 29/10/2026 Closing Date: 13/11/2026 Job Type: Permanent - Full Time Location: Perth Job Category: Mechanical
About Us:
For over 35 years, GPA Engineering has been a trusted, Australian-owned consultancy delivering engineering, procurement and construction management services across water, energy, renewables, defence, mining, and hydrogen industries. We develop and implement projects that drive critical infrastructure and support industries across Australia.
With offices nationwide (Adelaide, Brisbane, Melbourne, Sydney, Darwin, Perth) and a reputation for technical excellence, our strength lies in our people. We bring together diverse, motivated professionals who value teamwork, integrity, safety, and sustainability. At GPA, you’ll find the scale and expertise of a leading consultancy, combined with the supportive culture of a close-knit team.
Job Description
About the Role:
Join GPA as a Lead Mechanical Engineer and play a key role in delivering projects across the Mining, Minerals Processing & Industrial sectors.
You'll lead technical engineering delivery, build enduring client partnerships, and mentor engineers while helping shape the future growth of our Perth team. This role offers a clear pathway to broader leadership opportunities across team leadership, client engagement, and technical excellence.
We're looking for a seasoned engineer with 10+ years of relevant experience, ideally gained across consulting and operational environments.
Key Duties:
- Lead the mechanical design and delivery of mining and mineral processing projects from concept through to detailed design, construction, and commissioning.
- Develop engineering solutions for a range of mining plants and equipment, ensuring compliance with relevant standards and Safety in Design principles.
- Prepare and review key deliverables, including specifications, scopes of work, calculations, reports, and drawings.
- Lead design reviews and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver integrated project outcomes.
- Support proposal development, client engagement, and business growth initiatives.
- Build strong relationships with clients, contractors, suppliers, and industry stakeholders.
- Mentor and develop engineers, supporting team capability, succession planning, and recruitment activities.
- Contribute to the growth, leadership, and resource management of GPA's Perth Mechanical team and strengthen GPA's presence in Western Australia.
Desired Skills and Experience
Skills and Experience
To be successful in this role, we are seeking for candidates with passion for quality engineering and high value client outcomes. The following experience is desirable:
- Mechanical design experience within a consulting, EPCM, or project delivery environment.
- Strong technical and project leadership capability.
- Experience mentoring and developing engineers.
- Knowledge of equipment specification, procurement, and vendor management.
- Site experience across consulting, contractor, or owner-side roles.
- Excellent problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Experience delivering greenfield and/or brownfield mining projects.
- Sound knowledge of relevant Australian standards and legislative requirements.
A requirement for this role is to complete a satisfactory pre-employment medical and Australian police clearance.
What we offer:
At GPA, we want our people to thrive – both professionally and personally. We’re big enough to deliver complex, high-profile projects, yet small enough that you’ll always feel valued and supported.
- Competitive Salary & Rewards – a fair and attractive compensation package with paid overtime, recognising the value of the work you put in.
- Career Growth & Development – structured progression pathways, company-sponsored training, and support towards professional membership and Chartership.
- Flexibility – hybrid working options and cultural leave swap days, because we know work-life balance matters.
- Health & Wellbeing – wellbeing programs, confidential EAP support, and a culture that genuinely looks out for each other.
- Family-Friendly Benefits – paid parental leave for both primary and secondary carers, plus policies that support every stage of life.
- Community & Culture – a workplace that values connection and fun, from weekly sports teams and fitness clubs through to social events like cinema nights, family BBQs, quiz nights, and celebrations of diverse cultural traditions.
- Giving Back – a strong commitment to charity, with GPA donating over $3 million directly to charitable organisations.
- Diversity & Inclusion – a team where different perspectives are respected and collaboration drives better outcomes.
At GPA, you’ll be joining a workplace that combines the professionalism of a leading consultancy with the warmth of a supportive, people-first culture. We’re proud that over 80 of our team members have been with us for more than 10 years – a testament to the career growth and long-term commitment fostered here. Hear directly from our team and explore their experiences in our employees testimonials: https://www.gpaeng.com.au/careers/
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities – including (but not limited to) Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people of all ages, cultures, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, neurodiversity, and those with disabilities.
How to Apply
Ready to take the next step in your career? We’d love to hear from you. Submit your application online before 13th November 2026, and one of our team will be in touch.
If you require adjustments to the recruitment process to support your application, you may email us at HR@gpaeng.com.au.
Disclaimer to Recruitment Agencies:
Please be advised that GPA Engineering does not accept resumes submitted by third-party recruitment agencies. All job applications must be submitted directly by the candidate through our official career portal or via direct contact with our HR team. We will not be held liable for any fees or claims from recruitment agencies regarding unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation.
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