Technical Manager - Buildings

Newly created role within Veolia ANZ’s Technical and Innovation team.  In this role you will provide technical leadership and support to business development, projects and operations in waste and water treatment fields, particularly within the civil and structural disciplines.  This role may be based in Sydney, Melbourne or Brisbane.
 

• Competitive remuneration package commensurate with experience
• Utilise your breadth of technical expertise in a varied range of civil and structural projects
• Work in a collaborative and supportive team environment to reach your full potential
• Become an ecological transformation champion and support Veolia in our purpose to tackle economic, social and environmental challenges.

Working with key stakeholders within our water, waste and energy functions, business development and the broader Technical & Innovation Department, the successful candidate will be responsible for developing technical solutions and promoting operational best practice initiatives.  Specifically you will:
 

• Establish strong working relationships, collaborate with teams, encourage knowledge sharing, and contribute to mentoring and coaching.
• Develop Technical Solutions: develope concept designs and technical specifications, evaluate tenders, review documentation, provide buildability advice, support design reviews, conduct inspections, oversee defect management, and advise on technical queries.
• Ensure technical solutions meet project requirements, comply with standards and regulations, and support approval processes.
• Align with Commercial & Project Management by providing input on financial models, budgets, timelines, commercial negotiations, and align with the Project Management Framework.
• Promote Ecological Transformation: Champion sustainable solutions, promote innovations to reduce carbon emissions, and help achieve sustainability goals.
• Stay Always Safe: Identify and manage risks, conduct risk assessments, implement safety management plans, and ensure compliance with OH&S and environmental policies.
• Support Operations and Business Development: Provide operational support, assist with market reviews, feasibility studies, tender input, and evaluate new ideas.

• Degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering or similar
• Experience in technical management of civil and structural solutions
• Experience with civil and structural design of buildings and other structures relevant to water and waste projects
• Knowledge of building services technical solutions and associated Australian codes, standards and regulations
• Knowledge of project management standards and technical standards relevant to waste treatment and water treatment, as well as civil and structural engineering and construction
• Knowledge and understanding of WHS and environmental legislation and regulations
• Effective communication skills
• Collaborative attitude and the ability to establish positive relationships and maintain  a safe, respectful and inclusive working environment
• Willingness to travel
• Current Drivers licence

Veolia’s AlwaysSafe culture means that we care about the safety of people on our sites.  We operate a zero tolerance drug and alcohol approach and shortlisted candidates must be prepared to undertake a full pre-employment medical check which includes drug and alcohol screening. Shortlisted candidates must also be willing to undergo a National Police Clearance.

Veolia values employees and their health and wellbeing. All of our employees are entitled to:

• Employee share plan where employees have the opportunity to purchase discounted Veolia shares 
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) through Assure which covers mental health, nutrition,  financial, legal, coaching and career transition support
• Bupa health insurance discount 
• Career development including formal training
• You will also have access to corporate discounts, novated lease, discounted Fitness Passport, as well as eligibility to volunteer at one of Veolia's partnered volunteer organisations
• The opportunity to work in a truly diverse and inclusive culture

We are a Circle Back Initiative Employer and commit to respond to every applicant

Our environmental solutions help customers preserve and renew our natural resources, creating a better future for our planet. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to build your career, and a more sustainable world.

At Veolia we value diversity, equality and inclusion, we are committed to providing working environments where everyone is included and treated fairly and with respect. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, Veterans, people with Disability, mature age and early careers, members of the LGBTI+ community, and people from all cultural backgrounds. We also encourage our Veterans to visit our Veterans at Veolia webpage.