Job description

Your new company

Our client is a leading organisation within the WA industrial and process sector, playing a key role in supporting large-scale operations across the state. Due to multiple internal secondments, they are seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer to join their team on an initial 6-month contract, with strong potential for extension.

Your new role

This is a varied, hands-on position supporting both project engineering and operational activities within a busy engineering function. You will work closely with operations and maintenance teams to deliver practical, high-quality engineering solutions.

Key responsibilities include:

• Conveyor design for expansion projects (Sidewinder preferred)

• Pneumatic system design (including hygiene air systems)

• Conveyor skirting design and technical reviews

• Throughput improvement and feasibility assessments

• Troubleshooting equipment issues, including elevator performance

• Managing a backlog of Engineering Work Requests (EWRs)

• Coordinating external contractors and service providers

• Providing engineering support to operations and maintenance teams

What you'll need to succeed

You are a versatile and adaptable Mechanical Engineer with a broad technical background and the ability to operate across multiple functions.

You will bring:

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent

• Experience in mechanical engineering within process plant, materials handling, or industrial environments

• Strong exposure to operations and maintenance support

• Proven project engineering capability

• Experience managing engineering work requests or similar scopes

• Ability to coordinate contractors and manage stakeholders

• Experience with Sidewinder conveyor design software desirable

What you'll get in return

• Competitive hourly rate of up to $90 per hour (depending on experience)

• Immediate start

• Full-time hours (Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week)

• Perth CBD location

• Opportunity to join a high-performing and collaborative team

• Potential for contract extension based on business needs

What you need to do now

If you’re interested in this opportunity, click apply now. For more information or a confidential discussion, contact Taylah Brown at Hays on 08 9265 9128 or email

At Hays, we value diversity and are passionate about placing people in roles where they can flourish and succeed. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.