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Job Description
The Project
ACCIONA has been selected to deliver Western Harbour Tunnel – Stage 2, Sydney’s third harbour crossing. The new Western Harbour Tunnel (WHT) will connect to WestConnex at the Rozelle Interchange, cross underneath Sydney Harbour between Birchgrove and Waverton, and connect with the Warringah Freeway near North Sydney.
Project scope includes:
- Construction of approximately 4.8 kilometres of mainline tunnels with three lanes in each direction
- Civil, Mechanical and Electrical fitout of Stage 1 and Stage 2 tunnels
- Surface level work, including on and off ramps and tie-in work to the Warringah Freeway
In line with the above, ACCIONA is now looking for a Mechanical Project Engineer – Tunnel Ventilation to join the Western Harbour Tunnel Project. As the Project Engineer, you will be responsible for delivering the Tunnel Ventilation Package for the project.
Specific Tasks Include
- Manage supply subcontracts for the Tunnel Ventilation equipment.
- Day-to-day management of project construction activities.
- Development, monitoring, and control of project installation schedule for the scope.
- Plan, manage and implement the site installation activities necessary to ensure all site-specific and contract requirements are met.
- Monitor and report the performance of the workforce and subcontractors on site to ensure technical, program, quality, environmental, safety and commercial obligations are achieved and maintained.
- Attend design reviews and provide advice relating to constructability, safety, site access and associated issues.
- Manage changes to scope, deliverables, schedule, and budget.
Required Skills and Competencies
Qualifications and Experience
- Demonstrated practical experience with Tunnel Ventilation or similar mechanical systems.
- Demonstrated practical experience with steelwork erection.
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical engineering (or similar).
- Subcontractor management experience.
- Well-developed leadership and management skills.
- Problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Clear written and verbal communication skills.
- High attention to detail.
ACCIONA has been awarded Top Employer 2023 Certification in Australia from the Top Employers Institute. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and promote equality and diversity. Indigenous Australians and candidates from minority groups are encouraged to apply.
ACCIONA has been given the Top Employer 2022, 2023, 2024 & 2025 certification in Australia, which certifies the company's commitment to excellence in human resources management and those who focus on putting their people first through their exceptional HR policies. Since establishing a presence in Australia in 2002, ACCIONA has made significant investments in local opportunities and project development. ACCIONA employs more than 3,000 people in its renewable energy, infrastructure and water projects across Australia & New Zealand.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and promote equality and diversity. Indigenous Australians and candidates from minority groups are encouraged to apply.
Top Skills
Acciona North Sydney, New South Wales, AUS Office
65 Berry St, North Sydney, New South Wales, Australia, 2060
