The Opportunity A Tier 1 mining company is seeking a Water Design Engineer to deliver detailed designs for dewatering and water infrastructure projects across multiple mine sites. This Perth-based role offers a Monday to Friday schedule on an initial 6-month contract . Key Responsibilities Hydraulic modelling of pipelines, borefields, pump stations, ponds, and tanks. Preparing comprehensive design work packages including scopes of work, construction drawings, and material take-offs (MTOs). Leading project design reviews including field inspections and stakeholder engagement. Developing final engineering deliverables such as pipeline schematics, general arrangements (GAs), P&IDs, and equipment selection. Contributing to capital estimates and readiness for operational handover. Supporting construction through technical queries and document updates. Creating equipment data sheets and evaluating vendor proposals for technical and budget compliance. Ensuring all designs comply with statutory regulations, company standards, and best practices. Providing clear communication around design status, risks, and issues. Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure design alignment and integration. About You Tertiary qualifications in Mechanical Engineering (preferred), or Chemical/Civil Engineering recognised by Engineers Australia. Minimum 5 years' experience in mechanical piping/pipeline system design, ideally within mining or engineering consultancy. Previous experience with dewatering systems is highly advantageous. Strong communication skills, both written and verbal. Solid understanding of discipline-specific technologies and inter-disciplinary interfaces. Knowledge of relevant Australian standards and regulatory requirements. Competency with design tools such as Visio; experience with ArcMap is a plus. Strong problem-solving ability with a proactive, self-starting approach. Willingness to undertake short site visits for scoping and stakeholder engagement. Must have full Australian working rights. Why Apply? Contribute to major projects within a top-tier mining environment. Perth-based role with a Monday to Friday schedule-no FIFO required. Be part of a supportive and experienced team with opportunities for professional growth. Initial 6-month contract with the possibility of extension based on project requirements. Apply now to register your interest, or reach out to Samantha Feldwicke for a chat: [email protected] Who are we At PERSOLKELLY, our passion is - and always has been - putting you first. We propel our people forward by supporting their careers in fresh ways, backed by our expertise and capability. We're committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment which values and respects diverse styles, backgrounds, experience and perspectives. We welcome and encourage women, people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent and people from diverse backgrounds to apply. So it's over to you. If you would like to join our team, please APPLY now. To learn more about working with PERSOLKELLY, we encourage you to visit our website. Follow our LinkedIn page at linkedin.com/company/persolkelly for the latest updates and insights. Consultant [email protected] Reference number: 210318263 Profession:Mining and ResourcesMining - Eng. & Maintenance Company: Programmed Skilled Workforce Date posted: 21st May, 2025