Geotechnical Engineer

ACCIONA is a global company, leading in the development of regenerative infrastructure that creates a positive impact on society. Our workforce consists of more than 65,000 professionals, present in more than 40 countries across the five continents, all contributing in our mission to design a better planet. Are you a passionate individual who wants to make a difference, promote sustainable development, and find solutions to the biggest global challenges including climate change, overpopulation, and water scarcity? Come and join us in building the infrastructure our planet needs to achieve a sustainable future.

Currently, this position is located in our project office in Sydney CBD, with occasional site visits. Once the project is fully operational, it will transition to a 14/7 roster-based arrangement out of the Central West Orana Region.

An 80-year group, COBRA promotes its own efficient business model, the result of the combination of decentralization, geographical diversification and technical specialization of more than 20,000 professionals in more than 43 countries. In this way, it offers a wide range of services throughout the value chain of projects, adapted to each sector and to the scope of the contract required by our clients, both public and private.

Cobra is divided into four main sectors of activity, Networks, Specialised installations, integrated projects and concession assets.

ACEREZ, a partnership of ACCIONA, COBRA and Endeavour Energy, has been appointed network operator by EnergyCo to design, build, finance, operate and maintain the Central-West Orana Renewable Energy Zone (REZ) transmission network. The ACCIONA COBRA Joint Venture (ACJV), the design and construct (D&C) consortium, will design and build the Central-West Orana REZ transmission project.

The new transmission network infrastructure will deliver at least 4.5 gigawatts of new network capacity from 2028 to connect 7.7 gigawatts of wind and solar projects, which is enough to power more than 2 million homes each year.

With a commitment to driving positive change, contributing to the evolution of Australia’s green energy sector, this is your chance to be part of something groundbreaking!

Our Central-West Orana project is currently seeking a dedicated Geotechnical Engineer to share their expertise within our growing construction team. The Geotechnical Engineer will support the Engineering Department in providing scheduling, quality assurance and project management support on all Geotechnical related matters the transmission line team.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Geotechnical Manager in managing the delivery of works of all Geotechnical activities

• Support and supervise the Construction Department and Subcontractors in ensuring work carried out, is compliant with regulatory and Deed requirements

• Assist in identifying any potential design issues and provide possible contingency solutions

• Assist in the review of design modifications and provide technical advice

• Assist the Geotechnical and Design Manager in providing required data for periodic internal and client reports

• Support the Project’s requirements in delivering a project against safety, quality, regulatory, legislative, environmental, safety and cost requirements

• Track and document the approval process to ensure timely submissions and responses

• Support the delivery of foundations, retaining structures, and other geotechnical elements for transmission towers and related infrastructure.

• Prepare technical reports, drawings, and specifications

• Work closely with civil, structural, and electrical engineers to integrate geotechnical solutions into the overall construction delivery

• Participate in project meetings and provide geotechnical insights and recommendations

• Assist in managing timelines, budgets, and resources related to geotechnical aspects of the project

• Relevant Tertiary qualifications BS in Geology or Engineering Geology

• 3+ years' experience in Transmission Line infrastructure projects or similar large construction projects

• Experience in tier 1 contractor experience

• Understanding of Construction techniques, methodologies

• Able to manage effective relationships with the client, subcontractors and internal stakeholders, ideally with specific experience working with design and construct projects

• Well-developed time management, organisational, communication and problem solving skills

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with demonstrated experience collaborating across multiple stakeholder groups

• Ability to work with limited supervision and multitask effectively to meet deadlines

We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. If you believe you bring the capabilities to succeed in this role, we’d love to hear from you. We look forward to continuing to build our supportive workplace together.

Please note: This position is being delivered as part of a joint venture between two organisations. As such, your employment may be with either of the parent companies, and this will be confirmed during the recruitment process.

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