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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. 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.
Job Responsibility:
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
Requirements:
Tertiary qualification in mechanical engineering, or a related field
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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
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