Manager - Plant Engineering

Purpose of the Role

The Manager of Plant Engineering will support the P&E Director to plan and coordinate the development of key P&E packages to facilitate completion of the Construction works. The role requires the coordination of various discipline including, Engineering, Electrical, Mechanical, Construction, Cost Control, Finance, Procurement, and HR.

The candidate should have experience within the tunnelling industry, or other similar heavy industries that utilises specialised plant and equipment to deliver works. Examples of the type of equipment that the ideal candidate would have knowledge of include; TBM’s, Roadheaders, Conveyors, Water Treatment Plants, Crushing plants, Bolters, Jumbo’s, Cranes, Excavators etc.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in mechanical engineering, or a related field
• White Card

Experience

• Experience working on large scale tunnel construction projects, or other similar projects/industries
• Experience working within teams for the procurement of specialised plant and equipment 
• Experience working within teams managing the ongoing maintenance and repair of construction related plant and equipment
• Minimum 5 years’ experience working in the construction industry in a similar role
• Knowledge of WHS legislation related to the management of Plant and Equipment within the construction industry
• Demonstrated ability to work successfully and autonomously within a fast-paced project environment and deliver on deadlines.

Required Competencies

• Strong understanding of the project requirements, including asset management, logistics, and compliance with COR regulations
• Familiarity with Australian Standards, Codes of Practice and WHS Legislation
• Familiar with Maintenance and Asset Management strategies
• Ability to influence teams and sustain a culture of continuous improvement
• Demonstrate a positive “can-do” attitude and have a high attention to detail
• Process oriented, able to analyse complex issues and develop solutions
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Exceptional knowledge and ability in the use of the Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint

Core Accountabilities and Responsibilities

• Support and assist the Plant & Equipment Director in Plant & Equipment Management:
  • Developing specifications for the procurement of plants and equipment
  • Oversee the procurement, maintenance, and operation of all plant and equipment on-site.
  • Ensure that all equipment is compliant with relevant industry standards and regulations.
  • Develop and implement equipment maintenance schedules to minimize downtime and improve operational efficiency.
• Support and assist Plant & Equipment Director in Team Leadership and Collaboration:
  • Lead, mentor, and develop the plant and equipment engineering function, ensuring they have the necessary skills, resources, and training.
  • Collaborate with other departments, contractors, and external partners to ensure project objectives are met.

• Liaise with Construction & Technical teams to develop construction work scopes (related to Plant and Equipment)
• Collaborate with Finance and construction project teams to forecast costs and ensure adherence to financial targets.
• Assist the Plant and Equipment Director with the review of operational construction budget forecasts, and compile and submit the construction interface budget and forecasts.
• Cooperate and communicate effectively with the project managers and other project teams to provide technical support and implement cost/time-saving initiatives.
• Ensure timely procurement of materials, equipment, and services within budget constraints for construction interface team activities.
• Prepare the scope of work documents to engage subcontractors for P&E work scopes
• Evaluate supplier performance and maintain relationships to secure favorable terms.
• Contribute and produce P&E related studies, documentation and method statements as required.
• Guide new activity teams to understand project processes and requirements in the above activities.
• Meet challenges by providing creative and practical solutions.
• Maintain strong relationships with external partners, contractors, and suppliers to support the successful implementation of improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with engineers, contractors, and stakeholders to ensure project success.

The above listed authorities and responsibilities are only a guide and may change as directed by your Manager/Supervisor or as per the requirements of FGJV Management.