Senior Project Engineer — Cremorne, Mackay

About the Company With over 200 employees and 50 years in business, Dowdens Pumping and Water Treatment are experienced in all aspects of the industry. As a family owned and operated company we understand that a company culture and our employees are paramount to the success of the business. Role Overview As part of our Engineering, Procurement and Construction team, you will take the lead role in project tendering through to the commissioning stages of various projects from the water and waste water treatment industry. These projects include, but are not limited to the construction of new and / or upgrades to existing: Water and sewerage treatment plants Pump stations and pipelines Dewatering equipment This senior position also requires the ability to guide and mentor other members of the team to achieve a successful outcome for all whilst meeting client expectations and aligning to engineering standards. The successful candidate will either currently reside in Mackay, Queensland or be willing to relocate. Relocation assistance available if required. Candidates must be legally permitted to work in Australia. Key Responsibilities Submit proposed solutions to clients by way of quotation or tender within deadlines and to standard Review client expectations including OH&S, QA ad contractual obligations Negotiate with clients and stake holders at all levels to achieve a positive tender award / contract Work with drafting resources to develop quality engineered drawings to approved specifications Assist the Project Manager with procurement, design and detail, resource allocations, site communications, QA implementation, commissioning and hand over to the client. Develop documentation including quality plans, inspection and testing procedures, inspection methods and handover materials as required by the contract Eligibility Hold an Engineering qualification – Degree in Mechanical or Chemical fields preferred Hold a current driver’s licence Experience in tender submissions, processes and contractual obligations Experience within the pumping / water / waste water / filtration industry is an advantage All applications will be handled confidentially. Candidates MUST be legally permitted to work in Australia. No recruitment agency applicants accepted. Any recruitment agency submitted applicant or candidate will be considered as unsolicited and will not create any contractual relationship between the agency and Dowdens Pumping & Water Treatment and therefore no recruitment fee will be payable. Only successful candidates will be contacted.

Applications close Sunday, 13 July 2025
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