Job Description
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
We are seeking expressions of interest for
Project Engineering Managers / Design Managers
to join our Perth based engineering team.
Reporting to the Mechanical Engineering Manager, you will be leading a highly experienced project team and managing an assigned critical mineral project and/or study. The role would be offered on a full-time permanent basis.
Brief duties
Provide strategic direction and leadership to the project engineering team, setting clear goals, objectives, and priorities align with project requirements.
Develop and implement design processes, methodologies, and standards to ensure consistency, efficiency, and excellence in engineering deliverables across projects.
Oversee the execution of detailed design projects from inception to completion, ensuring adherence to project schedules, budgets and quality standards.
Coordinate with relevant stakeholders to clarify design objectives, allocate resources, and resolve technical issues.
Monitor project progress, identify potential risks and challenges, and implement mitigation strategies to ensure successful project outcomes.
Lead and mentor the project team, fostering a culture of collaboration.
Provide technical guidance and oversight to ensure engineering solutions meet project requirements and industry standards.
Conduct regular reviews and evaluations of engineering deliverables to verify accuracy, completeness, and compliance with project requirement and client expectations.
About You
Tertiary degree in Engineering or a related field
10+ years' experience in detailed design engineering, with a strong track record of successful project delivery
Excellent project management skills
Proven leadership abilities, including managing multi-disciplinary teams
Experience with base metals, rare earth minerals and mineral processing in a design and construct environment
Here at DRA, we offer
Competitive and above market salary packages with regular market analysis
Perth CBD office with access to end of trip facilities
Flexible start and finish times allowing for great work life balance
Access to salary packaging benefits
A great social committee offering a range of social events and wellbeing activities
An inclusive, collaborative and supportive team environment providing you with the tools to succeed
Equal Opportunities and Diversity Statements
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.
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Job Details
Posted Date:
February 26, 2026
Job Type:
Construction
Location:
Perth, au
Company:
DRA Group
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