Heavy Fabrication Estimator | Jobs at Bradken APAC and Africa

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Who We Are:

Bradken is equipping the resource sector to sustainably advance society.

As an Estimator/ Project Coordinator, you will be joining a global leader in the design, manufacture, and supply of wear products and services for mining equipment.

Our 3000 - strong global team members are proud of the innovative solutions we provide our customers and our commitment to being carbon neutral by 2030.

You'll join a diverse and inclusive team contributing across more than 100 unique professions and trades.

What's the Role:

Reporting to the Operations Lead, you will manage the commercial and technical aspects of manufacturing projects, ensuring alignment with our business objectives, policies, and procedures.

You will collaborate closely with Sales, Supervisors, Purchasing, Senior Management, and external parties to deliver projects on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of safety, quality, and environmental performance.

You will deliver accurate, timely project estimates and quotations, covering scope, cost, quality, technical, delivery, safety, and environmental factors. You will develop detailed scopes, resolve errors, analyse costs, assess risks, and prepare tenders, while collaborating with procurement for competitive pricing.

You will coordinate projects to meet safety, quality, and technical standards through effective job package management, material and service procurement, and delivery coordination. You will ensure technical and commercial compliance, mitigate risks, track progress, liaise with customers, capture costs, and report to the Operations Lead.

You will plan safe work and ensure compliance with OH&S and environmental standards, promoting safety procedures and policies throughout project execution.

Key Technical Criteria:

Possesses an engineering trade background (preferably a Boilermaker) with preferred studies in Engineering or equivalent practical experience.
Experienced in managing heavy and light manufacturing fabrication and machining operations or manufacturing projects.
Exhibits strong detail orientation, proactivity, and analytical skills.
Demonstrates excellent communication abilities and the capacity to manage multiple tasks effectively.
Experienced in project coordination and estimation within a manufacturing setting.
Proficiency in project management software (e.g., MS Project, Primavera, or similar) and estimation tools

The role is based in Mount Thorley.

If you'd like to be part of a team that's changing the game, please apply along with your resume and a brief cover letter highlighting why this should be your next role. The closing date to apply for this role 30th April 2025, Everyone has a story...be part of ours!

Why join our team at Bradken?

Safety first environment and mindset
Flexible work options
Competitive Total Reward Packages
Global and local recognition programs
Paid Parental Leave
Learning and Development focus
Education assistance
EAP for you and your family
Community Involvement program

Before commencing employment, you will be required to complete a psychometric assessment and a pre-employment medical including drug and alcohol testing.

WE RESPECTFULLY REQUEST NO RECRUITMENT AGENCY APPROACHES

Bradken is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we are committed to providing a diverse, inclusive, engaging, and flexible environment for our people because great things happen when individuals are given the opportunity to bring themselves into their work. All employment will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs.

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