About DRA Global
DRA Global Limited (DRA or the Company) is an international multi-disciplinary engineering, project delivery and operations management group, predominantly focused on the mining, minerals and metals industry. The Group has an extensive track record spanning four decades across a wide range of commodities.
DRA’s teams have deep expertise in the mining, minerals and metals processing industries, as well as related non-process infrastructure such as, water, and energy solutions. DRA covers all major mining centres with offices across Africa and the Middle East, North and South America, and Asia-Pacific
About the Role
Process Engineering Manager
Reporting to the Vice President - Engineering you will lead and oversee the process engineering team, driving the development and implementation of advanced process solutions for various projects ensuring they meet the highest standards of quality, safety and efficiency.
Key duties
- Provide strategic direction and leadership to the process engineering team, setting clear objectives and priorities aligned with project requirements and company goals
- Manage and mentor a team of process engineers and designers, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement
- Allocate resources effectively, delegate tasks and provide guidance and support to ensure the successful execution of projects and the professional development of team members
- Coordinate with relevant stakeholders to define project scope, objectives, and deliverables, and ensure alignment with project goals and specifications
- Monitor project progress, identify potential risks and issues, and implement mitigation strategies to address them proactively and minimise impact on project timelines and outcomes
- Provide technical leadership and guidance to the process engineering team, ensuring that design solutions meet project requirements, industry standards and best practices
- Review and approve process designs, drawings, and specifications, ensuring accuracy,
- completeness, and compliance with regulatory requirements and client expectations
- Collaborate with cross function teams to integrate process designs seamlessly into overall project plans
- Conduct regular audits and reviews of process engineering activities to verify adherence to quality standards, identify areas for improvement, and implement corrective actions as needed
- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, contractors, vendors and regulatory agencies, servicing as the primary contact for process engineering matters
- Communicate effectively with stakeholders through presentations, reports, and meetings,
- providing updates on project progress, milestones, and key decisions
You will have
- Tertiary Degree in Metallurgical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related field
- Engineers Australia or equivalent membership
- Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy (AusIMM) membership or equivalent
- 15+ years' experience in detailed design engineering in mining, minerals and metals
- 5+ years' experience in a leadership or managerial role overseeing technical teams and project deliverables
- Expert technical knowledge across process engineering principles
- Proficiency in process design software - Metsim, SysCAD or similar - Advantageous
- Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
Here at DRA, we offer
- Competitive and above market salary packages with regular market analysis
- Flexible start and finish times allowing for great work life balance
- End of trip facilities
- A collaborative and supportive team environment with the tools to succeed
- Access to salary packaging benefits
We value diversity and the benefits it brings to achieving our objectives, enhancing our reputation, and attracting, engaging, and retaining talented people. We welcome applications from all backgrounds regardless of gender, age, disability, and ethnicity, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders.
Our commitment to equal opportunities and a diverse workplace is embodied in our values of People, Safety, Trust, Integrity, Excellence, and Courage.
- Published on 30 Jun 2025, 3:39 AM