AddressWe currently have an exciting new opportunity for a dynamic and seasoned Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our high performing Asset and Engineering team.
Reporting to the Head of Engineering, the Mechanical Services Infrastructure Asset Manager’s is Melbourne Airport’s SME responsible for the Mechanical, HVAC and Central Energy Plant asset portfolio throughout the Airports 2700 Hectare lease which includes the Terminal, Car Park, Business Park, Aviation Maintenance and Airfield precincts.
The role requires your leadership and advocacy within respect to network planning, technical, operational, and capital delivery aspects of this asset portfolio including responsibility for the operations management of the central energy plant which uses circa 20% of the energy required for operating Melbourne’s 4 passenger terminals and is rapidly decarbonising.
You will be our SME and interface for Melbourne Airport’s capital plan is circa $500M increasing to $1B per annum and you will be responsible for briefing the technical requirements and completion of the Mechanical Services / HVAC asset portfolio whilst also responsible for your own Capital Program of circa $10M pa associated with Replacement Expenditure and System Upgrade’s to enhance performance and mitigate risk.
Melbourne Airport has a net zero strategy of zero scope1 and scope 2 emissions by end of 2025 will initially offset scope 1 emissions for heating via gas boilers to transitioning to the replacement of gas boiler plant with electrical heat pumps powered by our green energy portfolio. You will be a key part of the project team delivering this project and will also lead initiatives to reduce energy intensity of our HVAC systems including continuous tuning of our central plant and HVAC systems.
Melbourne Airport is at the forefront of a dynamic expansion, poised to support the city's ascent to become Australia’s largest city within the next decade. As we soar towards new heights, we're embarking on ambitious projects, including the development of a third runway, state-of-the-art terminals and major business park projects creating unparalleled opportunities for growth and innovation. Join us in shaping the future of aviation as we propel Melbourne Airport towards becoming Australia's favourite Airport destination.
Key responsibilities:
The role's duties and accountabilities include, but are not limited to:
- Capital budgeting over the asset life cycle
- Operational budgeting for asset portfolio including preventative, emergency, and reactive maintenance over asset life cycle
- Subject matter expert and technical lead for Mechanical / HVAC Assets to drive continuous improvement in asset utilisation, life-cycle cost and operational efficiencies
- Network planning of thermal network to ensure capacity and reliability of network is maintained consistent with growth of terminal precinct
- Brief technical requirements across the whole Capital Plan
- Managing and interfacing with contractors and/or service providers
- Maintaining Asset Data including drawings, schedules, asset lists etc
- Review and Approve design data and as installed data ensuring consistency with Technical Standards and requirements brief
The successful candidate will have:
- Mechanical engineer experience / contracting experience within sector preferred
- Demonstrable technical proficiency in mechanical service
- A minimum of 7-years engineering and/or construction experience
- Core understanding of key asset requirements from Design, Build, Operate and Maintain.
- Mechanical Engineering / Building Services Degree or equivalent
We understand that not everyone will feel they meet all of these 100%. However, if you feel you have the attitude and aptitude to grow within our team, we invite you to apply and have a conversation with us about this position.
About the Company:
Melbourne Airport (Australia Pacific Airports Corporation) is proud to be one of Australia's premier transport hubs and Victoria's gateway to the world, connecting us to the global marketplace. We are committed to creating connections that matter and enhancing the traveller experience across every aspect of our organisation to deliver our vision of becoming Australia's favourite Airport destination. Currently, in an exciting phase of change, we are delivering rewarding career opportunities, making Melbourne Airport a dynamic and fast-paced place to work for our people.
APAC is a majority Australian-owned private company that also operates Launceston Airport, the tourism gateway to Tasmania and an industry multi-award-winning airport.
Culture and Values:
By joining the team at Melbourne Airport, you will work within a friendly, high-performance culture with a focus on our people and their development.
Our vision is to become Australia's favourite Airport destination and our people are paramount to achieving this success. We provide a supportive environment, with values that encourage all of our employees to Be You, Think Big, Own it and Work Together.
Benefits:
- Access to airport car parking 24 hours/365 days a year for both business and personal use
- Hybrid flexible working arrangements
- Airport Holiday, an additional day of leave
- Wellness Day, a further additional day of leave
- Discounted onsite childcare at Creative Garden Early Learning
- Mental health and well-being initiatives
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Career and professional development
- Active social culture and participation in a range of social impact days and activities
- Signature Experiences including an airfield family day, and kids’ footy day
- Access to an employee benefits scheme including access to corporate rates and airport retailer discounts (including SkyBus)
APAC is committed to weaving Diversity into our DNA. We believe that Diversity and Inclusion will help us realise our greatest potential as a company, and maximise the potential of all our team members. We strive to create a culture where our team members understand that each individual is unique and that embracing diversity makes us more flexible, productive, and creative.
APAC provides equal opportunity and advancement in employment regardless of gender, age, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, cultural background, caring responsibilities, disability or socioeconomic background. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds who share our workplace values of Being You, Thinking Big, Owning It and Working Together.
