Engineering Analyst

About COSOL

COSOL is a niche advisory firm specializing in asset knowledge solutions, supporting leading organisations within mining, rail, and resource-intensive sectors. Our expertise helps clients align asset strategies with business objectives, covering investment decisions, maintenance strategies, reliability engineering, and process optimisation to deliver quantifiable outcomes throughout the asset lifecycle.

Position Overview

The Engineering Analyst role is designed for motivated graduates or early-career professionals eager to build a career in asset management consulting. This entry-level position provides direct involvement in client projects from the start, offering exposure to a variety of advisory disciplines such as asset strategy, maintenance planning, reliability engineering, and operational process enhancements.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver client support across core advisory areas, including asset investment and strategy, maintenance strategy development, asset management maturity improvements, working capital optimisation, and process performance enhancements.
• Conduct data collection, structuring, and analysis related to assets, maintenance, and operations to identify trends and recommend improvements.
• Research industry standards and client contexts to inform engagement deliverables.
• Assist in developing KPIs, dashboards, business cases, and performance reports under senior guidance.
• Utilize CMMS platforms like SAP PM and Maximo, internal tools, and COSOL’s OnPlan Digital Work Management platform to support project delivery.
• Contribute to developing internal knowledge assets including templates and methodologies, and explore AI-assisted workflows and data visualization technologies.
• Engage in client workshops, site visits, and stakeholder discussions, while maintaining professional and clear communication in all deliverables and interactions.

Professional Development

• Receive mentoring from seasoned consultants and asset management experts.
• Gain comprehensive exposure to COSOL’s advisory services, expanding technical expertise across various industry tools and frameworks.
• Build a solid platform for career advancement towards consultant roles by developing skills, confidence, and client delivery experience.

Required Qualifications and Competencies

• Completed tertiary education in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or Mechatronics), Business, Data Science, or a related field prior to commencement.
• Strong analytical and systematic problem-solving capabilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Readiness to travel and work onsite at client locations.

Preferred Attributes

• Interest or exposure to asset-intensive sectors such as mining, rail, or utilities.
• Familiarity with CMMS, database, BI, or data visualization tools.
• Prior related experience in asset management, maintenance planning, or reliability engineering is advantageous.
• Internship or professional experience within technical, analytical, or consulting fields.
• Understanding of asset management standards like ISO 55000.

Personal Qualities

• Keen learner with natural curiosity about asset operations.
• Detail focused, ensuring accuracy and quality in outputs.
• Organized and able to manage priorities with guidance.
• Collaborative mindset with confidence to contribute and inquire.
• Adaptability to complex and variable environments including mines, rail depots, and offices.
• Resilient approach suitable for a dynamic consulting atmosphere.

Working Conditions

• This is a full-time permanent role initially started on a casual basis with approximately 38 hours per week, with potential transition to permanent full-time based on project need.
• Work mode includes a combination of office, remote, and onsite client visits, including travel to mining, rail, and processing sites.
• Some assignments may require fly-in fly-out (FIFO) or extended site stays.

Additional Information

This position requires an immediate start within three weeks. The role offers meaningful, hands-on participation in live client projects from day one, backed by structured mentorship and a defined progression path toward consultancy roles.