• Take ownership in an autonomous role where your ideas shape how things are done.
• Grow your career with a business focused on strengthening its core capabilities.
• Be part of a values-driven, inclusive global organisation that celebrates diversity.

At Dyno Nobel Limited our people vision is to unlock our people capability and culture to create safe, inclusive and high performing teams on the ground.

The role (Brisbane or Perth)

The Lead Engineer – Mobile Equipment DNAP plays a key role in delivering mobile equipment engineering across DNAP by developing and interpreting technical standards and shaping strategies for the safe and efficient operation and maintenance of our mobile plant units (MPUs) and fleet, including highway trucks, light vehicles, and yellow goods. This role is focused on driving continuous improvement by working closely with specialist teams, field engineers, and operational staff. It also includes the responsibility of acting as the Company’s Responsible Engineer for Mobile Equipment, ensuring compliance and technical integrity. Additionally, the Lead Engineer leads both regional and global Communities of Practice, fostering collaboration and sharing best practices across the business.

If located in Perth, travel to Brisbane required on a quarterly basis.

• Ensure incident investigations, actions, and audits in SHAERS are completed in line with HSEC policies, standards, and relevant legislation. Maintain compliance with Company HSE policies and applicable Acts and Regulations.
• Engage in training, development programs, Communities of Practice, and workshops to maintain and grow technical and leadership capability.
• Monitor and communicate compliance with statutory regulations and internal standards. Apply Management of Change processes and audit standards in collaboration with Business Unit engineers.
• Conduct investigations and data analysis to assess equipment risk and criticality. Maintain risk registers, implement controls, audit effectiveness annually, and apply improvements.
• Support and lead improvement initiatives focused on cost savings and revenue growth, contributing to both personal and team project outcomes.

What you’ll bring

• You must be committed to positively contributing to our safe, inclusive and high-
  performance culture.
• Tertiary qualification in Mechanical Engineering and eligible for RPEQ/CPEng registration.
• Meets SSAN access requirements and has knowledge of explosive manufacturing technology.
• Experienced in MPU design, build, commissioning, and maintenance, with strong understanding of process safety and relevant codes and standards.
• Skilled in risk identification, mitigation, and reliability optimisation, including RBM and RCM strategies.
• Proficient in statistical failure analysis, root cause failure analysis, and incident investigation methods such as ICAM.

If you are excited about the role and think you have what it takes but your experience doesn’t align 100%, we still want to hear from you.

Benefits to you

• We are a team focused on safety, inclusion and high performance
• 18 weeks paid parental leave for primary carer, 3 weeks for secondary carer
• Superannuation paid on unpaid parental leave, up to 12 months
• Hybrid work model
• Salary packaging options
• Confidential employee assistance program
• Mental Health and Well-being program
• Options to purchase annual leave (where eligible)
• Various corporate discount programs
• Workplace giving charitable scheme
• Opportunities for career progression through succession planning and development reviews

Please be advised that our hybrid work model entails three office days and two remote workdays per week. This structure aims to enhance efficiency and teamwork, while upholding a harmonious work flexibility.

About Us

As an ASX100 company and industry front runner, Dyno Nobel Limited (DNL) offers diverse career opportunities globally, emphasising safety, inclusivity, and high performance. Our passionate team of almost 6000 employees work across our global operations to manufacture and distribute industrial explosives, industrial chemicals and fertilisers.

Leveraging diversity through inclusion

At Dyno Nobel Limited, we believe in the strength of diversity and inclusivity, fostering an environment that is safe, equitable, and embraces differences to enhance performance. We go beyond 'diversity of thought,' valuing people from a variety of backgrounds and encourage applicants from diverse identities. Our commitment extends to helping our team excel at work while achieving a harmonious work-life balance. To support this, we offer a range of work styles and a paid parental leave policy, ensuring our team thrives both personally and professionally. Apply now to be part of our inclusive and thriving community.

What our employee’s say

“Exciting time to be at Dyno Nobel due to growth and change”.

“We have a good collaborative team, a team that is always striving to improve and a good culture”.

About our process

Our recruitment process typically involves a teams or face to face interview, reference checks, and a medical check. It may also include a site visit and psychometric testing.

We value diversity, equity and inclusion and are committed to ensuring a welcoming experience for all candidates. We encourage you to share any support or adjustments you need to be at your best during our recruitment process. We understand sharing your needs may be daunting, so if you have any questions before or during your application, please get in touch at [email protected]. (Please note that this email is for enquiries only, we cannot accept resumes via email. To apply, please follow the instructions provided in the job posting).