E & M Site Engineer

The Future Generation Joint Venture brings together the combined engineering experience and expertise of WeBuild, Clough and Lane and has been selected to design construct Snowy 2.0. This project is based within the Snowy Mountains in NSW and will deliver one of the largest pumped hydro schemes in the world. 

Snowy 2.0 is the next chapter in the Snowy Scheme's history. It is the largest committed renewable energy project in Australia and will provide on-demand energy and large-scale storage for many generations to come. This Iconic Project has and will continue to create its own legacy in Australian history.

Purpose of the Role:
Functions as a technical specialist or supervisory role. Independently develops and applies advanced engineering techniques, concepts and approaches to unique engineering problems

Qualifications:
• Tertiary Qualifications such as a, Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related field
• White Card Experience:
• Experience working on large scale construction projects or other suitable projects works
• Minimum 8 years of experience in Power Plant Business is desirable
• Experience and knowledge of High Voltage Distribution networks.
• Experience in Microsoft Office suite

Required Competencies:
• A solid knowledge of Australian Electrical Standards
• Solid technical writing and communication skills • Solid technical writing and communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
• Strong verbal and communication skills and the ability to write clear and concise English

• Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize around deadlines • Excellent written and verbal communication skill

• Skilled in oral and written communication, with a demonstrated ability to present planning and scheduling information to management and clients

• Demonstrated skill in identifying, analysing, and solving problems

• Knowledge of engineering and construction management customarily acquired over time through specialized instruction or practical experience

• Demonstrated flexibility to respond to urgent project requests and/or changing priorities

Core Accountabilities and Responsibilities:
• Responsible for design delivery of all electrical works in line with design programme including approval from Employer
• Responsible for ensuring compliance of all electrical works design submissions with Employer’s Requirements • Responsible for Coordination of Electromechanical design works such as Generators, Static Frequency Converters, Unit Excitation Systems, Main Transformers, AC Excitation Transformers, EHV Cables, Gas Insulated Switchgears, Diesel Generators, Scada System and Electrical auxiliary systems,
• Responsible for the Coordination of Electrical Balance of Plants such as Lighting and Small Power, Earthing and Lightning Protection, Integrated Security System, Communication System and MV Outlying Works which are under responsibility of Main Contractor,
• Responsible for Coordination of Electrical Balance of Plants such as MV and LV Distribution System, DC System, Control and Instrumentation System and Water Level and Flow Measuring System which are under responsibility of EM Subcontractor,
• Responsible for Coordination of interfaces between Civil and EM works,
• Responsible for Follow up of EM subcontractors Electrical Design Progress,
• Focal point with the EM subcontractors and Designers for electrical matters
• Responsible for Creation and management of electrical design and drawings archive in design department
• Responsible for Supporting Designers for EM design information to be included in civil design drawings (blockouts, foundation drawings, embedded parts)
• Coordination with design consultant on a day to day basis, to provide timely construction inputs to the design & ensure timely delivery of the design packages in line with design programme.
• Review all the submissions of electrical design works from design consultant to ensure, all agreed assumptions & strategies are properly incorporated in to the design and provide comments in case of any deviations.
• Value Engineering & optimization is key to successful design. Hence, ensure the submission is value engineered and optimized, to ensure the design submittal is well within the tender design quantities.
• Follow-up with design consultant and ensure timely submission to Employer in line with design programme.
• Engage with Employer and arrange workshops between design consultant & employer, to explain the design submittal towards expedition of faster approval for the design.
• In case of any comments received from Employer on the design submittal, review all the comments properly and prepare the responses with the help of the design consultant, if required. Ensure timely
• submission of responses within the allowed response period to Employer and arrange a comments resolution meeting between Employer & Design Consultant.
• Prepare project design review comment sheets on the design submittals in line with design programme
• Engage with Construction team to seek input on agreed methodology and sequence for each specific project element & provide timely clarification on design related queries to construction team whenever requested.
• Coordination with procurement team to provide information on design towards preparation of procurement packages
• Coordination with Technical Office Manager on electrical works to provide information on design.

As an employee you will be eligible to participate in a number of additional employee benefits.  This includes:

• Competitive Salary
• The FGJV Retention Bonus Scheme
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Qantas Club Membership discounts
• Professional Development

These positions are in remote challenging areas with extreme cold temperatures which need to be considered before applying for these roles. 

If you meet the above requirements and would like to work on this iconic project, please apply now. 

Project Overview: Snowy 2.0 Project Promotional Video - YouTube