Site Engineer - Civil

ACCIONA Energía; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bus in bus out

Camp-style accommodation

Roster-based schedule

Job summary

ACCIONA Energía is seeking a dedicated Site Engineer – Civil to support the Central-West Orana REZ transmission project in NSW. The role involves delivering civil works for high‑voltage substations, coordinating resources, and ensuring quality, safety and schedule adherence across a JV with COBRA and Endeavour Energy.

We value collaboration, regulatory compliance, and effective planning. The position includes roster-based rotations with on-site camp accommodation and FIFO arrangements as part of

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Experience constructing outdoor air insulated substations and 220kV or above.
• Tier 1 Contractor experience preferred on large scale projects.
• 1–3 years post-graduate experience in construction/engineering.
• Ability to work effectively with others.
• Establish and steward delivery work plans.
• Regulatory requirements satisfied.
• Planning and organising work schedules.
• Knowledge of HS&E requirements and implementation.
• Clear verbal and written communication.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all quality and environmental aspects of the project are addressed.
• Record non-conformances and initiate corrective actions.
• Complete outstanding defects as required by the program.
• Prepare Inspection Test Reports and checklists reflecting contract requirements.
• Assist in planning use of materials, resources and systems to ensure project success.
• Assist Project Engineer with development of construction planning documents.
• Maintain project schedule by monitoring progress and coordinating activities.
• Prepare project status reports and change orders.
• Assess progress daily and prepare daily cost plan.
• Coordinate resource allocation and foster teamwork.
• Track subcontractor resources daily and record accurately.
• Prepare cost plan/resources for daily cost planning meeting.

Skills

Teamwork

Planning & Scheduling

Communication

HS&E Awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Job Description

ACEREZ, a partnership of ACCIONA, COBRA and Endeavour Energy, has been appointed network operator by EnergyCo to design, build, finance, operate and maintain the Central-West Orana Renewable Energy Zone (REZ) transmission network. The ACCIONA COBRA Joint Venture (ACJV), the design and construct (D&C) consortium, will design and build the Central-West Orana REZ transmission project.

The Central-West Orana Renewable Energy Zone (REZ) Transmission Project will build new high-capacity transmission lines, energy hubs and supporting infrastructure to transfer power generated by solar and wind projects to electricity consumers. The new infrastructure is expected to be operational by 2028 and will initially unlock up to 4.5 gigawatts of new network capacity.

The project consists of 90km of 500kV overhead transmission lines and 150 km of 330kV transmission lines for generator connections, stretching from Elong Elong in the west through to Barigan Creek in the east, via an energy hub at Merotherie.

The Central-West Orana project is currently seeking a dedicated Site Engineer – Civil to share their expertise within our growing Energy Hubs and Substations Teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure all quality and environmental aspects of the project are addressed to maintain effective operation and project delivery.
• Ensures non-conformances are recorded and corrective actions initiated as soon as practically possible.
• Completes all outstanding defects as required by the program.
• Prepares Inspection Test Reports and checklists that accurately reflect contract requirements.
• Provide support on planning the use of materials, resources, components or systems within the project, and construction practices and problems to ensure project success, value for money and best practice are achieved.
• Assist the Project Engineer with development of construction planning documents and monitor implementation.
• Maintain project schedule by monitoring project progress and coordinating activities.
• Assist with preparing project status reports and change orders.
• Assesses progress daily and prepares plan of works for daily cost planning meeting (if held)
• Responsible and accountable to ensure that the requirements of the Contract are being satisfied at work crew level.
• Coordinate resource allocation with the expectation that you would encourage effective teamwork and foster a positive attitude toward the achievement of organisational objectives.
• Tracks subcontractor resources daily and record accurately
• Prepares cost plan/resources for daily cost planning meeting.

Required Skills and Competencies

• Bachelor's degree (Engineering) Civil or Relevant Tertiary Education
• Experience constructing outdoor air insulated substations and substations at 220kV or above
• Tier 1 Contractor experience is preferred, on large scale projects
• Preferable 1 to 3 years post graduate experience in a construction / engineering environment
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with others.
• Establish and steward overall delivery work plans.
• Ensuring all relevant regulatory requirements are satisfied.
• Competent in planning and organising work schedules.
• Working knowledge of HS&E requirements and implementation of same
• Clear communication - verbal and written

Site Engineer positions are bus in bus out, in camp style accommodation provided for 14 days onsite and 7 days off site, on a roster-based arrangement out of the Central West Orana Region, Merotherie.

This position is being delivered as part of a joint venture between two organisations. As such, your employment may be with either of the parent companies, and this will be confirmed during the recruitment process.

We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. If you believe you bring the capabilities to succeed in this role, we’d love to hear from you. We look forward to continuing to build our supportive workplace together.

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ACCIONA has been given the Top Employer 2022, 2023, 2024 & 2025 certification in Australia, which certifies the company's commitment to excellence in human resources management and those who focus on putting their people first through their exceptional HR policies. Since establishing a presence in Australia in 2002, ACCIONA has made significant investments in local opportunities and project development. ACCIONA employs more than 3,000 people in its renewable energy, infrastructure and water projects across Australia & New Zealand.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and promote equality and diversity. Indigenous Australians and candidates from minority groups are encouraged to apply.