Project Engineer – Food Manufacturing (Melbourne Based)
Competitive Salary + Performance Bonuses + Travel Opportunities
Join a leading food manufacturer at the forefront of production innovation across Australia. We are seeking a Melbourne-based Project Engineer to lead and support the delivery of major capital projects across multiple high-performing manufacturing facilities in VIC, NSW, SA and TAS.
About the Role
Reporting into senior engineering leadership, you’ll oversee end-to-end project delivery - ensuring safety, compliance, cost-efficiency, and operational performance are met or exceeded. With multiple sites across Southern states, this role offers variety, responsibility, and the opportunity to travel regularly while remaining based in Melbourne.
Key Responsibilities

• Lead multiple large-scale capital projects from scoping through to commissioning
• Assist with developing a 3-year rolling divisional capital plan and manage annual CapEx programs
• Provide technical direction to engineering and maintenance teams across several manufacturing sites
• Drive root cause analysis and implement sustainable engineering solutions to reduce downtime
• Ensure legislative compliance across multi-state operations (VIC, SA, NSW, TAS)
• Build strong relationships with site teams, contractors, and senior stakeholders to ensure successful project outcomes

What You’ll Bring

• Mechanical or Electrical Engineering degree (preferred)
• Proven experience managing capital projects in a food or FMCG manufacturing setting
• Strong knowledge of CapEx planning, cost control, WHS legislation, and continuous improvement tools
• High-level problem-solving, stakeholder management, and organisational skills
• Comfortable with regular travel between sites (travel required, Melbourne home base)

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary package with performance bonuses
• Exposure to a wide range of high-impact engineering projects
• Travel opportunities across multiple operations with Melbourne as your home base
• Supportive, safety-focused culture with long-term career development opportunities

  
Apply today to join a market leading organisation where your engineering expertise will drive lasting impact across the business.