AddressEven if you haven’t heard of Energy Queensland (EQL) you might know our operational brands - Energex, Ergon Energy Network, Ergon Energy Retail and Yurika. As a group, we are growing rapidly and are actively contributing towards the energy transition to net zero.
The Role & Requirements:
We are seeking Civil Engineers and Draftspersons to design and support the construction of grid scale battery energy storage systems (BESS) to deliver affordable energy as we are powering towards 80% renewable energy by 2035. These projects are pushing the frontier of renewable technology here in Australia, so apply today to make your impact.
This is your opportunity to be involved in challenging projects where you will be designing the civil infrastructure required to support our networks battery energy storage systems.
Your day to day will involve conducting complex engineering studies, preparing calculations and engineering reports, providing project estimates, managing external stakeholders, tender documentation and evaluations, contract management, conducting site investigations and checking drawings.
Learn and grow in this highly collaborative yet independent role working with a variety stakeholders from a multitude of design disciplines (SCADA, Telecommunications Protection, Substations, Distribution lines etc). You will also be presented opportunities to taken ownership and lead project design teams as the design project coordinator.
In addition to your Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering, you also meet the qualification requirements to become a RPEQ.
You will need to have a strong background in the Building and Construction Industry, and experience with the safe and efficient delivery of Civil and Structural works. You demonstrate in-depth experience in the design principles and practices (including Australian standards, Building By-Laws, and regulations) for the civil design.
You’ll need to be an efficient and effective communicator with a high level of organisation and administration skills. There will be times where you need to multi-task and prioritise as you handle up to 4 or 5 projects at once.
Experience in construction inspections and managing contractors is desirable but not essential.
There are opportunities across our offices in Newstead (Brisbane), Toowoomba, Rockhampton, Garbutt (Townsville) and Cairns.
With flexi-working and a 9 or 10 day fortnight in place, the bottom of the salary band from starts from $140,751 for 9 days and $159 049 for 10 days. The level of payment will be subject to an assessment of the successful applicant’s knowledge, skills and competencies that are required in this position. Conditions of employment are in accordance with the Energy Queensland Union Collective Agreement 2020.
What matters most to us is our values, We’re Safe – We Belong – We Grow – We Deliver. And these should matter to you too.
Why work with us?
Energy Queensland is the group of electricity distribution, retail, and energy services businesses 100% owned by the state of Queensland. We deliver electricity across Queensland through our ‘poles and wires’ businesses Energex and Ergon Energy Network. Our retailer, Ergon Energy Retail sells this electricity to customers throughout regional Queensland. And these essential service activities are supported by a range of innovative products and services delivered through our Yurika brand.
It’s an exciting time to join us and to be involved in the energy sector, so consider us for your next career move where you will experience:
- Secure employment backed by a strong collective agreement, with yearly EBA increases.
- Strong 12.75% superannuation and the ability to earn more with salary sacrifice co- contributions.
- Healthy work life balance on a 9-day fortnight roster if you choose this.
- Opportunities for skills and career advancement with access to ongoing training and leadership programs and capacity to build and grow your skills.
- A chance to give back with a paid employee volunteering program allowing our employees to support communities across QLD.
- Support and guidance with access to 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and a mentoring program for professional support and guidance.
- A Safety-First culture, the safety of our people, customers & communities is a core priority.
- Reward and recognition with an internal reward and recognition program that includes an annual celebration of excellence.
- Diversity and Inclusion where all employees can contribute towards multiple diversity and inclusion initiatives across our business
If you are ready to help us shape the future of energy, here’s how to apply:
To apply follow the instructions via the Apply/Begin button.
Please submit your application with your most recent resume and a cover letter which details the following:
- What motivated you to apply for a position at Energy Queensland?
- What skills, experience and competencies do you have that uniquely qualifies you for this role, specifically relating to battery energy storage systems?
For additional information on this role, or to further understand the recruitment process, please contact David Watt (Recruitment Advisor) via email on **********@energyq.com.au
Applications will close Wednesday 15th May 2024 at 5:00pm.
We value the differences individuals contribute to our workforce and encourage a diverse range of applicants to apply.
Click here to view more information on diversity and inclusion at Energy Queensland.
