AssociateTechnical Director, Technical Specialist Bulk Materials Handling

At Aurecon we are optimistic about the future. We are thinkers solvers and collaborators who work with our clients to deliver the infrastructure and assets that strengthen communities and create a sustainable future.

As an Associate/Technical Director Technical Specialist Bulk Materials Handling in our Industrial Mechanical team basedin Perthyoullcontributetoprojects and programs thatmake a real difference and be part ofateamthat embraces challenges welcomes diverse ideas and engineer solutions with people and outcomes in mind.

• Lead studies concept development and detailed design for bulk materials handling systems across mining ports and industrial infrastructure projects

• Provide technical leadership in the design of receiving transferring and storage systems including conveyors train loadouts complex machines transfer chutes stockyards etc

• Develop safe efficient and practical bulk materials handling solutions with a strong focus on iron ore operations

• Lead conveyor designs using first principles and specialist software and oversee material-flow analysis and DEM simulations for chute design

• Integrate mechanical structural civil and electrical engineering inputs to deliver complete and constructible project solutions

• Build trusted client relationships lead technical discussions and mentor engineers through study and project execution phases

• Extensive experience in bulk materials handling projects particularly within the iron ore mining or heavy industrial sectors

• Strong technical expertise in conveyor systems transfer chutes receiving transfer storage and stockyard equipment and complex materials handling machines

• Proven experience leading studies and trade-off assessments as well as feasibility studies and detailed engineering packages

• Practical experience with conveyor design software and the application or review of DEM simulations for chute design

• Demonstrated ability to provide technical leadership mentor engineering teams and deliver high-quality multidisciplinary outcomes

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline with professional accreditation appropriate to a senior technical role

We believe your career should be a rewarding adventure. You will tackle some of the worlds most complex infrastructure challenges in an environment that supports your ambitions where we hold ourselves and each other to the highest standards. Recognised by the AFR as a Best Place to Work in 2026 we embrace diverse perspectives giving you the opportunity to make a real impact.

We are an engineering consultancy with more than 6000 people across Australia New Zealand and Asia. We believe the world needs people who can engineer possibilities; people who can create infrastructure that makes life better for people and the planet. That is why we are here to bring ideas to life the Aurecon way.

If this sounds like your next step wed love to hear from you. We value diverse experiences and welcome applications for part-time or flexible working arrangements. For recruitment adjustments contact

Our hiring decisions are made by people not AI. Were most interested in your individual thinking and experiencesso please ensure your application reflects your authentic perspective.