Chemical/Process Engineer - Project Coordinator

Are you a Chemical or Process Engineer looking for an opportunity to combine your technical expertise with project coordination responsibilities in a dynamic Oil & Gas environment?

We are seeking a Chemical/Process Engineer (Project Coordinator) to support the design, construction, commissioning and operation of commercial-scale processing facilities. This role offers a unique blend of process engineering, plant operations, safety leadership and project coordination, making it ideal for an engineer who enjoys solving technical challenges while driving operational and project outcomes.

About the Role

As a key member of the Operations team, you will apply sound chemical engineering principles to optimise plant performance, maintain asset integrity, improve process safety and support environmental outcomes. You will work closely with operational teams, clients and stakeholders to ensure engineering activities and project deliverables are executed safely, efficiently and in accordance with industry standards.

In addition, you will coordinate engineering and operational reporting, support continuous improvement initiatives, and assist in managing workforce, financial and operational requirements across the project.

Key Responsibilities

Process Engineering & Design

• Design and prepare specifications for chemical process systems and equipment.
• Develop and review process engineering documentation including PFDs, P&IDs and Safety Reports.
• Support process control philosophies and safe, efficient plant operation.
• Review plant modifications and provide material and equipment recommendations.
• Ensure compliance with relevant standards including API, ASME, ISO and AS/NZS.

Operations & Technical Support

• Monitor plant performance and provide technical oversight of processing activities.
• Investigate process upsets, equipment issues and plant inefficiencies.
• Implement corrective actions and optimisation initiatives.
• Support operational performance reviews and continuous improvement activities.

Process Safety & Asset Integrity

• Participate in risk assessments, HAZOPs and asset integrity programs.
• Support Management of Change (MOC) processes from initiation through to completion.
• Contribute to incident investigations and implementation of corrective actions.
• Drive environmental and process safety improvements across operations.

Project Coordination & Reporting

• Coordinate engineering, operational and project reporting activities.
• Monitor project KPIs, schedules, risks, milestones and deliverables.
• Maintain project records, registers and reporting systems.
• Assist with workforce planning, resource coordination and budget tracking.
• Facilitate stakeholder meetings and client communications.

About You

You are a proactive engineering professional with strong technical capabilities, excellent organisational skills and the ability to build relationships across all levels of an organisation. You enjoy working in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about driving safety, operational excellence and continuous improvement.

Essential Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor Degree in Chemical or Process Engineering.
• Project Management training or qualifications.
• Current C Class Driver's Licence.
• Minimum 3 years' experience in Chemical or Process Engineering within the Oil & Gas industry.
• Experience in process design, plant operations, troubleshooting and optimisation.
• Strong understanding of PFDs, P&IDs, Safety Reports and technical standards.
• Experience preparing and coordinating technical and operational reports for external stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to analyse workforce, operational and financial data.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Proficiency with business and operational systems such as Maximo, Fieldglass, Clew and Greentree.

Why Join Us?

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the delivery and optimisation of critical processing operations while gaining exposure to both engineering and project coordination functions. You will work alongside experienced professionals in a collaborative environment where safety, innovation and continuous improvement are valued.

If you are ready to take the next step in your engineering career, we would love to hear from you. Apply now.