Superintendent - TBM

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:

The TBM Superintendent will be responsible for the organisation and management of the equipment needed to support the Snowy 2.0 project, particularly the commission and decommissioning. The TBM Superintendent will also oversee the utility / services installation on the Snowy 2.0 project. This role will focus primarily on daily management, supervision and coordination of the Snowy 2.0 heavy construction and tunnel specific equipment.

Qualifications:

• Trade or Qualification in Mechanical Engineering / Civil Engineering
• White Card

Experience:

• Experience working on large scale construction projects or other suitable projects works
• A minimum of 10 -15 years of specific experience working as Equipment and Plant Manager in a tunnel Projects.
• Experience in the operation and maintenance on at least 1 project using pressurized face Tunnel Boring Machine
• Experience in basic use of Microsoft Office Suite, data and file recording.
• Strong Fixed Plant knowledge
• Experience managing major tunnelling support plants such as Slurry Plants / Waste treatment

Required Competencies:  

• Ability to supervise team members, work closely with safety and other departments to control and maintain project safety standards
• Demonstrate a positive “can-do” attitude.
• Ability to lead and manage teams
• Sound knowledge of civil construction materials / service
• Sound knowledge of local WHS standards and regulations
• Process oriented, able to analyse complex issues
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills across different levels
• Sound interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively
• Ability to work to deadlines and targets and prioritise tasks under pressure
• Sound negotiation and problem-solving skills
• Strong Initiative and proactive nature
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Well-developed time management skills
• High attention to detail
• Competent and proficient in the Microsoft Office Suite including Excel, Word.
• Ability to learn and use different software systems such as E7

Core Accountabilities and Responsibilities:

• Requisitions of certain project materials, equipment and services on the project
• Interprets the intent and requirements of the design documentation and information
• Performs technical administration of contracts related to Equipment or Plant
• Controls all equipment that the company owns or leases for the project.
• Elaborates and updates operating costs and rental rates for bids and estimators.
• Maintains knowledge in federal, state, and local compliance issues
• Maintains working knowledge of applicable codes and standards for a project
• Enforces site safety at all times
• Ability to work under pressure and coordinate numerous activities and groups of people who need to cooperate to achieve maximum efficiency
• Develops and maintains business relationships with workers, manufacturers, dealers, project managers, equipment managers, and subcontractors
• Support work areas to ensure management plans (as identified above) and strategies are implemented, maintained and reviewed, and deficiencies and corrective actions are implemented and closed out in a timely manner
• Ensure shift reports are produced that accurately reflect daily production;
• Ensure changes to systems and processes are documented and communicated;
• Review design drawings and provide input and check the practical application;
• Monitor construction progress versus forecasts, advise Construction Manager of deviation/or variance;
• Identify and resolve any IR/ER issues and escalate serious issues to the Construction Manager and IR Manager in a timely and appropriate manner.
• Develop teamwork culture so that the site teams cooperate well with each other and integrate effectively with the wider project teams;
• Manage direct reports to be competent to perform their roles effectively and hold them accountable to Project performance measures;

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