Senior Project Engineer - Stringing

HumeLink West Project

Two CIMIC Group companies, UGL and CPB Contractors have been selected by Transgrid to deliver the 130km western section of the HumeLink high voltage electricity transmission project.

HumeLink is a new 500kV transmission project which will connect Wagga Wagga, Maragle and Bannaby in regional NSW that will significantly increase the capacity of the electricity network in Australia’s eastern states. HumeLink is one of Australia’s largest energy infrastructure projects, with about 365kms of proposed new transmission lines and a range of other new and upgraded infrastructure.

The HumeLink West scope of works, worth $1.4bn, includes delivery of new 500kV double circuit transmission lines spanning 130kms from Wagga Wagga Substation to a new Substation at Gugaa, the Interface Point with HumeLink East near Gundagai and a new substation at Maragle in the Snowy Mountains for future connection to Snowy 2.0.

The Opportunity

The Senior Project Engineer – Stringing is responsible for providing engineering and administrative coordination for the design, supply, installation and testing of the project. The primary challenge of this position is to ensure the project is completed in a timely and cost effective manner to meet contractual arrangements made with the client.

Key Responsibilities:

·         Assist the Project Manager with compliance to the documentation required under the UGL Management System

·         Review and plan the project with the Project Manager to ensure technical aspects of the job are clear and to become familiar with contractual arrangements made with the client

·         Liaise with Construction Manager to ensure the job is on schedule

·         Provide a focal point for all technical based queries for associated subcontractors / suppliers

·         Provide engineering advice for subcontractors / suppliers

Qualifications and Experience:

·         Minimum 5 + Years experience on transmission line projects

·         Tertiary Engineering Qualification

·         5 years’ experience

·         AS9001 Quality Systems knowledge

·         Driver’s Licence

The successful candidate will be required to hold a current Construction Industry Induction Card (White Card or equivalent) and undergo a medical assessment (including drug and alcohol testing) prior to commencement.

Where applicable, evidence of tertiary qualifications and proof of right to work will be required prior to successful appointment.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We support women in construction, Indigenous advancement and participation and encourage people of all cultural backgrounds to apply.

We’re always looking for ways to make UGL and CPB Contractors a more rewarding place to work and offer a unique set of benefits, including:

• A rewarding career where we support your development, training and promote from within.

• Opportunities across all construction sectors so that there is always an opportunity suitable for the next stage in your career. 

• Competitive remuneration and excellent benefits including a health and wellbeing program, discount portal and company-funded salary continuance insurance.

• Flexible work arrangements and a culture that values diversity and innovation.
  
   

Please note: This role is being sourced through UGL and CPB Contractors directly and we will not accept applications via external recruitment agencies.