The Company Our client is an established FMCG manufacturing business with a strong operational footprint and ongoing investment across its site and production capability. As part of continued growth and future planning, they have created a new Senior Project Engineer role to support major capital works, process upgrades, and continuous improvement initiatives across the business. The role will work closely with site leadership. Benefits: Newly created role with strong visibility across the business Exposure to major capital and infrastructure projects Growth potential in the business The Role The Senior Project Engineer will take ownership of a diverse portfolio of capital and process engineering projects across the site, operating in a highly hands-on capacity. The role will be responsible for delivering projects from concept through to execution in a live manufacturing environment, working closely with internal stakeholders and external partners to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant outcomes. Key responsibilities include: Managing the development of new land and construction of a new warehouse, including engagement with surveyors, council, builders, and design-and-construct partners Leading the overhaul and optimisation of various production lines, including layout, pumps, piping, and process improvement Delivering continuous improvement initiatives across safety, efficiency, reliability, and performance Collaborating closely with Maintenance, Production, and Quality Skills & Experience: Background as a Project Engineer or similar role within food, FMCG, or manufacturing Exposure to capital projects, process engineering, and brownfield upgrades Understanding of project management methodologies, including planning and scheduling tools such as Gantt charts Hands-on, practical approach with the ability to work effectively in a live production environment Strong communication skills and a people-centric mindset; experience in a small to medium-sized or privately owned business will be highly regarded For More Information For a brief, confidential discussion about this role or your next career move, please contact Khalid Belhaj via khalid@millerleith.com.au or on 0411 840 525 By engaging Miller Leith for recruitment services and/or career support, you are agreeing to our Privacy Policy and Candidate Consent Form. For more information, please contact hello@millerleith.com.au. Privacy Policy: https://www.millerleith.com.au/privacy/ Consent Form: https://www.millerleith.com.au/candidate-consent/
