Deputy Engineering Manager

Amentum; Alice Springs; In loco; AUD 150.000 - 230.000; Tempo pieno

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Amentum is seeking a Deputy Engineering Manager to lead a multi-skilled engineering team delivering services for fixed plant, equipment, systems, buildings and grounds at facilities in Alice Springs. You will oversee electrical, mechanical, asset management and related functions to ensure coverage and alignment with team objectives.

You will guide design reviews, system implementations, and provide technical leadership to achieve reliable, cost-effective facility operations in a 24/7 environment.

Competenze

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in engineering.
• Experience leading engineering teams and managing multi-disciplinary projects.

Mansioni

• Lead and manage the Engineering team.
• Provide leadership and strategic direction to deliver high-quality results against SOWs.
• Coordinate design and development of solutions across multiple engineering disciplines.
• Review and advise on facility infrastructure changes from concept to IFC designs.
• Develop and implement systems for integration, configuration and engineering service delivery.
• Communicate recommendations on reliability, maintenance, lifecycle, and costing.
• Maintain liaison with Government Points of Contact to ensure requirements are understood.
• Deliver program goals, participate in business development, and address complex client needs.
• Promote safety and conduct risk assessments for supervised staff.
• Perform additional duties as required.

Conoscenze

Leadership

Team Management

Strategic Planning

Engineering Management

Cost Estimation

Formazione

Bachelor of Engineering

Strumenti

AutoCAD

Primavera P6

MS Project

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PURPOSE AND SCOPE

The Deputy Engineering Manager works closely with the Engineering Manager lead a multi-skilled team of professionals in the delivery of technical engineering services in support of fixed plant, equipment, systems, buildings and grounds at facilities located in Alice Springs.

The Engineering function includes electrical and mechanical engineering, asset management, configuration and drafting and the Deputy Engineering Manager oversees these areas to ensure coverage and alignment with team objectives. The Deputy Chief of Engineering is responsible for the leadership, management, coordination and oversight of approximately 30 personnel this includes the strategic level planning, organization, coordination, development, training, mentoring, and resource and performance management relevant to the service delivery of the Engineering team.

The Deputy Chief of Engineering supports the achievement of corporate and program goals, participates in business development, and develops creative solutions to address complex client requirements.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS

The Deputy Engineering Manager reports to the Engineering Manager for day-to-day direction, performance management and strategic alignment

The Deputy Engineering Manager collaborates closely with the Integration and Project & Construction teams to coordinate engineering priorities, schedules and deliverables.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

As the Deputy Engineering Manager, responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Lead and manage the Engineering team

• Provide leadership, management and vision to enable the delivery of consistently high-quality results that meet Statement of Work requirements and strategically focus the Engineering team.

• Facilitate the design and/or development of solutions to a variety of technical problems of moderate to extreme scope and complexity across a broad array of engineering disciplines.

• Ensure the appropriate and timely application of relevant expertise in the review and provision of technical advice on proposed changes to facility infrastructure and systems, from general concepts through to detailed IFC designs.

• Lead and oversee the development and implementation of appropriate and effective systems and processes in support of integration, configuration and engineering service delivery.

• Communicate technical recommendations, input, direction and advice on facilities system, infrastructure and equipment reliability, operation, maintenance, life-cycle management and costing.

• Build and maintain close and direct liaison with relevant Government Points of Contact to ensure customer requirements remain well understood and satisfied.

• Deliver corporate and program goals, participate in business development, and develop creative solutions to address complex client requirements

• Maintain health and safety within the workplace by promoting safety awareness initiatives, discussions and trainings, encouraging a safety focused culture and participating and reviewing risk assessments for those under their supervision.

• Any other reasonable duties as requested

ADDITIONAL DUTIES

N/A

WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

• Team Members: Provides day-to-day leadership, guidance and mentorship to support team performance and development
• Program Management: Collaborates with program leadership to align engineering activities with operational priorities, contractual requirements and program objectives
• Customers: Maintain effective working relationships with customers to understand requirements, address technical concerns and ensure engineering services meet customer expectations
• External Stakeholders: Coordinates with contractors, vendors and other external parties to support engineering activities resolve technical issues and ensure compliance with applicable standards

EXPERIENCE

Required:

• Minimum of 7 years' experience with facility related programs of a similar size, scope and complexity
• Minimum of 5 years' experience as a Senior Project Manager responsible for supervising project managers, engineers and sub-contractors
• Demonstrated experience managing a multi-million-dollar project portfolio in remote locations, and balancing resources while maintaining cost and schedules
• Demonstrated experience working in a 24x7 operational environment requiring close coordination with mission operations
• Demonstrated experience in timely proposal preparation and cost estimation

Desired:

• Demonstrated experience leading multidisciplinary engineering teams in a complex operational environment
• Experience managing engineering activities within a Government or defence contracting environment
• Experience with asset management and infrastructure maintenance to support operational reliability and long-term asset performance

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

• A bachelor’s degree in engineering from a nationally accredited university

Field: Electrical, Mechanical, or Controls

Desired:

• Registered Professional Engineer or Architect
• Course work or experience related to power engineering field, theory in motors, generators or knowledge of industrial controls systems

TICKETS AND LICENSES

Required: Drivers licence

Desired: Construction White Card

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

This section highlights the specific expertise, competencies, and personal attributes required to successfully perform the duties of the position.

Required:

Demonstrated ability to lead, manage and motivate teams to achieve organisational objectives

• Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Strong analytical problem-solving skills with sound judgement
• Proven ability to plan and priortise multiple tasks in high tempo environments
• Knowledge of safety and regulatory requirements relevant to engineering operations

Desired:

• Ability to identify process improvement and organisational efficiency
• Proficiency with project management tools and methods
• Experience mentoring and developing supervisors or emerging leaders

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

This position operates within a combination of office-based settings and active industrial and construction areas, subject to temperature extremes and safety protocols.

This includes exposure to power generation facilities, heavy industrial equipment, active construction zones, hazardous substances and ongoing maintenance and infrastructure development.

The facility operates on a 24/7 365-day schedule and the role occasionally response outside normal working hours

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

It is a condition of employment that the employee maintains adequate medical clearance applicable to this role.

This role requires the ability to sit for extended periods and undertake regular site inspections involving walking, standing and climbing stairs or ladders. It also includes navigating uneven surfaces, wearing required PPE is required.

SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS

TSPV or TS/SCI With Poly Required - If U.S. citizen, a TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance is required; if the individual is Australian, an Australian TSPV clearance is required

STATEMENT OF WORK REQUIREMENTS

All personnel assigned to work at JDFPG and associated facilities shall be:

• Australian or USA Citizenship
• At least 18 years of age
• Able to fluently read, write, and speak the English language

ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH AND SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

All Amentum personnel are responsible for understanding and complying with all Site Environmental, Health and Safety requirements (EHS). While Amentum is responsible for providing a safe workplace and is responsible for ensuring compliance with these requirements, each person is responsible for:

• Completing work tasks in a safe manner to include using the appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Red-Carding a Job. Employees have a right and responsibility to "STOP WORK" for themselves or others if a job is unsafe or presents danger to the environment.
• Reporting any unsafe acts or conditions to their supervisor and/or the program EHS Manager
• Continuous adherence to the EHS procedures throughout the performance of their work.