Technical/Engineering Leader

4 months ago


Canberra, Australia Laing O'Rourke Full time

About the role

We are currently seeking Engineering/Technical Leaders in Energy sector ideally based in Sydney, NSW or Melbourne, VIC. Laing O’Rourke is looking for leaders in a range of energy projects with primary focus on HV transmission lines and other bespoke electrical projects around Australia. We are also open for individuals with experience wind farm, solar farm, and related projects.


Key responsibilities

You will be responsible for the leadership of all technical aspects of the project (design, engineering delivery, digital engineering, and quality) ensuring we deliver value and technical certainty that exceeds our client expectations.


About you

The role is suited to an engineering leader with strong project management skills with a technical bend that understands the design, procurement, construction, and commissioning of works in energy projects. 

You will be engineering degree qualified in electrical, power systems, or related field, complimented with a professional chartership from a recognised professional institution. A master’s qualification providing a technical or leadership extension to base degree is preferred. 

You demonstrate work collaboration with clients, across business units and with our delivery partners (designers, sub-contractors, consultants) to share knowledge.

You will have a significant amount of experience working with transmission and renewables projects (HV and/or HVDC) such as grid connection/substations (electrical balance of plant).

You are adept at leading design teams and coaching and developing engineers. In addition, you possess diverse skillset that would enable you to make significant contributions to different phases of the project and the company as a whole.

You have project management expertise and knowledge that spans multiple engineering disciplines.


Benefits

We work hard to create an environment that brings out the best in our people. We believe in building careers through providing a safe, connected and innovative culture that supports ongoing growth and development. We offer industry-leading benefits such as specialised learning and development programs, a mental health and wellbeing program, industry leading paid parental leave policy, an additional purchased leave option and coaching programs for staff on parental leave.


Diversity & Inclusion

We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diverse society in which we live and work. Laing O’Rourke is proud to hold the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) Citation - Employer of Choice for Gender Equality.


Applications from recruitment agencies will not be considered.



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