Design Manager

If you’re looking for a career with a company that has a ‘Can Do’ attitude, then look no further than Primero. We’re a team of skilled and determined problem solvers, who back our projects, and each other. We’re energised by our culture, anchored by our values, and driven to deliver for our clients. Join us if you take pride in having a ‘Can Do’ attitude.
About Us
Primero, a subsidiary of NRW Holdings, is a multi-national engineering, procurement, and construction business. Since we were founded in 2011, we’ve grown and diversified, delivering projects in over ten different countries, spanning five continents, from locations in Australia and North America. Our rapid growth is testament to our ability to deliver quality project outcomes, safely and on time.
Working with us you’ll learn from some of the brightest and smartest minds in the business, while delivering important projects throughout Australia and overseas, giving you the opportunity to gain access to unique experiences across a huge range of sectors, from gold to lithium and new energy.
Find out what a career at Primero can do for you.
Your Opportunity
We are recruiting for a Design Manager to join our Engineering Team. This role is a permanent role that will be required to lead the design engineering of a continuous succession of projects across a variety of commodities.

This role will be based from our Osborne Park head office initially however by the end of 2026 we will be relocating to our new Head Office on St Georges Tce, Perth.

Your Key Responsibilities
Ensure compliance of project design products with the Design Procedure.
Ensure design products comply with applicable legislation, standards, client, third party and project requirements.
Manage the multi discipline Design Team
Ensure design products are delivered in accordance with the project schedule and budget.
Provide a weekly update of design progress, issues, holds, change, risk, and deliverables register.
Hold weekly meetings as per the Design Procedure.
Ensure designs are fit for purpose and consider all aspects, including, cost, constructability, operability, and maintainability.
What You ‘Can Do’
Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
15+ years' experience in minerals processing design.
Demonstrated experience as a Design Engineer delivering minerals processing projects.
Previous experience as a Design Manager within the minerals processing sector.
Chartered Professional Engineer (desired).
Proven ability to manage a team of design professionals.
Detailed understanding of multi-discipline design delivery within the minerals processing sector.
Solid understanding of statutory and industry regulations and HSE practices.
Knowledge and practical application of design theories, principles, and practices.
Advanced level of expertise with engineering technical detail.
Demonstrated planning and organisation skills.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Commitment to continued professional development.
Strong work ethic.
What we ‘Can Do’ for you:
Competitive Compensation
Flexible Working Arrangements
Career Opportunities
Paid Parental Leave
Health and Wellbeing Support
Benefits & Discounts
Employee Referral Rewards

If you're looking for a career where you experience more 'Can Do', then we're the team for you.
Find out what a Primero career Can Do for you.

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Primero is an Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly encourages female and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants.
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General information
Name
Discipline Manager - Mechanical (Advertise as Design Manager)
Ref #
1271795
Date
Monday, February 9, 2026
City
Osborne Park
State
Western Australia
Country
Australia
Department
Engineering
Business unit
Design