Specialist Project Engineer - Civil (Tunnelling)

Job no: 497133
Work type: Permanent Full time
Location: Hobart, Tarraleah
Categories: Engineering & Technical
Play a key role in the construction of Hydro Tasmania’s Battery of the Nation by leading underground and tunnelling works.
Be part of a significant Tasmanian renewable infrastructure project.
Work based in beautiful Tarraleah with work initially for the Lake King William Tunnel.
Work with organisation with strong connection to its vision and purpose.
Salary range $159,800 to $216,200, super inclusive.
Tasmania has significant potential in the future development of wind and hydropower, coupled with more transmission and interconnection. It's anticipated these developments will drive billions of dollars in investment and create hundreds of jobs in Tasmania, as well as delivering energy security for Tasmania and lowest possible power prices for Tasmanians.
‘Battery of the Nation’ is Hydro Tasmania’s bold vision to maximise Tasmania’s hydropower capacity, including the redevelopment of the Tarraleah hydropower scheme to a more flexible, future proof generating asset and developing our first pumped hydro scheme at Lake Cethana.
Hydro Tasmania supports applications from all members of our community for equitable access to our employment opportunities. We are open to discussing workplace flexibility in all our vacancies, to ensure we can attract the best candidates and accommodate individual needs, differences, disabilities and working arrangements, even in ways we have not thought of. Our merit-based recruitment practices are founded on building diversity by fostering an inclusive, flexible and equitable workplace.
About You:
You are passionate about joining a project that will help Australia achieve its move to renewable energy, you possess;
10+ years’ experience in tunnelling and underground works predominantly in ‘Drill and Blast’
Supervision of contractors constructing underground works.
Application of risk-informed decision making.
Development of solutions leading to investment.
Bachelor’s degree or higher in engineering majoring in geotechnical engineering, or qualifications in a related field as deemed appropriate.
Additional study or courses in construction-related fields are desirable; and
Current Class ‘C’ Tasmanian driver licence or ability to transfer existing driver licence to fulfil this requirement.
About the role:
This role will contribute to the overall Battery of the Nation (BoTN) projects by providing input and review as requested, on all aspects of tunnelling and underground works and also assist as a subject matter expert on maintenance and upgrading of existing underground and tunnelling assets.
The primary aim of this role is to play a lead role in the construction of underground works for BoTN. A secondary aim is to provide technical assistance when requested, on the maintenance of our existing underground assets. Key tasks will include:
On-site technical supervision and contractual management of contractors constructing underground works; this will initially be for the Lake King William Tunnel and subsequently for other planned BoTN underground site works.
Preparation and review of documents associated with construction of underground works, such as contract documents, cost estimates, time schedules, risk assessments, hazard studies, consultants’ briefs, and hand-over documents to asset owners, such as as-built drawings and O&M Manuals.
Provide appropriate safety and environmental input and advice that meets contemporary requirements and Hydro Tasmania’s policies.
Provide technical input on significant repairs and maintenance works for the existing underground assets; and
Provide quality, commercially sound and timely engineering expertise that balances upfront costs and timelines with future O&M requirements.
Further information can be found on the attached Position Description: PD- A&I- Specialist Engineer Civil-EL6- BoTN.pdf
What you’ll get back
This is an opportunity to grow your career and redefine your role in tomorrow’s industry landscape. We offer truly flexible work that suits you, a competitive remuneration package, and the rare opportunity to play a role in Australia’s renewable energy transformation while enjoying the – lifestyle Tasmania has to offer.
Hydro Tasmania is an endorsed employer for all women. See our range of benefits and the great work we do through our Work180 page: Hydro Tasmania group | WORK180 Endorsed Employer
If you want to make a difference for better
Please attach your resume and a cover letter outlining what skills and experience you will bring as soon as possible. We will be running an agile recruitment process and will engage with suitable candidates as soon we have reviewed their applications.
Recruitment agencies: we respectfully ask that no agency resumes be presented at this stage.