Engineering Project Manager

About the Opportunity

BE Campbell is entering an exciting phase of sustained growth and capital investment. As a result were seeking a seasoned Engineering Project Manager to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our FMCG manufacturing operations.

This role is suited to a project leader who has successfully delivered complex high-value projects in live food or FMCG manufacturing environments and is comfortable operating at both strategic and handson levels. Youll work closely with senior leaders to translate business strategy into executable projects that deliver measurable operational outcomes.

About the role

Reporting to the Group Engineering Projects Manager you will provide best practice project management across a portfolio of high values projects within our Greater Sydney sites. Youll be accountable for delivery excellence mentoring junior engineers and driving change management associated with the projects.

This role spans:

• Large CAPEX initiatives ($2-$15 Mil )
• Brownfield upgrades in high-volume production environments
• Cross-functional engagement with operations quality safety finance and supply chain

You will be trusted to make decisions that balance capital efficiency food safety production continuity and long-term asset performance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead major end-to-end projects from business case and concept approval through to commissioning and operational handover
• Drive delivery of complex brownfield initiatives including new production lines major equipmentinstalls and facility upgrades
• Partner with site operational leaders to align projects with production growth and capability strategies
• Comply within business project governance risk management and change control frameworks
• Manage and influence internal stakeholders senior leaders OEMs contractors and consultants
• Ensure projects meet food safety WHS quality and local authorities compliance requirements
• Oversee commissioning performance ramp-up and transition to BAU operations
• Occasional travel for supplier inspections FATs equipment commissioning or reference site visits

About Us

Established in 1969 BE Campbell is one of Australias largest familyowned food manufacturers supplying major retailers foodservice and export markets. We continue to invest in largescale capital projects automation and modern manufacturing creating a stable environment where engineering project managers can own end to end delivery and make a lasting impact.

About you

You are a seasoned Project Manager with a proven track record of delivering complex projects in FMCG or food manufacturing environments. You combine strong technical credibility with commercial acumen and are confident operating as a major change manager.

Essential Experience & Capability

• Degree-qualified in Engineering (Mechanical Electrical Mechatronic or similar)
• 810 years experience in Project management within FMCG / food manufacturing with demonstrated success delivering large complex projects in live brownfield production environments
• Strong financial and commercial capability including CAPEX governance and contractor management
• Ability to lead ambiguity prioritise effectively and make sound decisions under pressure
• Excellent communication and influencing skills across senior stakeholders

Highly Regarded

• Experience in food processing or regulated manufacturing environments
• Exposure to major plant expansions equipment standardisation or multi-site programs
• Familiarity with CMMS ERP systems or asset lifecycle management frameworks

Whats on offer

This role offers real ownership and long-term impact without the bureaucracy of large multinational FMCG organisations.

• Market leading salary package
• Career growth opportunities within a supportive business
• Strong leadership support to help you drive success and innovation
• A values driven culture where safety respect and collaboration come first
• Chance to make a real impact across the business
• Subsidised onsite canteen at one of our sites
• Exclusive access to employee meat sales

Dont miss this chance to advance your engineering career. Apply today by clicking the Apply Now button and sending us your resume and cover letter.