Technical Officer Mechanical

Snowy Hydro; Sydney; Presencial; AUD 120.000 - 180.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

14/7 FIFO roster

Camp accommodations

Descripción de la vacante

Snowy Hydro Limited is seeking a Technical Officer - Mechanical for the Snowy 2.0 project. This hands-on, onsite role involves active surveillance, ensuring quality and safety across mechanical work fronts, and coordinating with contractors to meet project standards.

You will liaise with Mechanical Engineers and site teams to resolve issues promptly while supporting a strong safety culture on site. FIFO roster with camp accommodations is provided.

Formación

• Experience in technical or surveillance roles within major infrastructure construction.
• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering is desirable or equivalent construction background.

Responsabilidades

• Active Site Surveillance: conduct daily inspections of mechanical work fronts and maintain records.
• Contractor Oversight: ensure compliance with CMS standards and EIS guidelines.
• Quality & Safety Assurance: manage Witness/Hold Points and adherence to IFC drawings.
• Problem Solving & Communication: connect field issues with Mechanical Engineers and keep management informed.
• Relationship Building: foster open relationships with contractors and internal stakeholders.

Conocimientos

Site surveillance

Contractor management

Quality assurance

Safety leadership

Communication

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Descripción del empleo

Snowy Hydro is a dynamic, integrated energy business that has been providing on-demand, reliable energy to Australia for generations. Snowy Hydro owns and operates a powerful combination of generation assets, including the iconic Snowy Hydro-electric Scheme, gas and diesel electricity generating plants, and contracted wind and solar energy in the National Electricity Market. We also provide electricity and gas to over 1.5 million retail customers through our retail brands Red Energy and Lumo Energy.

Snowy 2.0, currently under construction, is Australia's largest committed renewable energy project. This nation-building project will provide on-demand energy and large-scale storage for many generations to come.

Are you an experienced mechanical professional who loves being on the ground, driving quality, and ensuring major infrastructure projects are built to the absolute highest standard?

We are looking for a dedicated Technical Officer - Mechanical to join the Owner's Team on the landmark Snowy 2.0 project. In this hands-on, onsite role, you won't just be reviewing progress from a desk—you will be an active presence across active and non-active work fronts, providing vital technical site surveillance and quality assurance

Company description:

Snowy Hydro is a dynamic, integrated energy business that has been providing on-demand, reliable energy to Australia for generations. Snowy Hydro owns and operates a powerful combination of generation assets, including the iconic Snowy Hydro-electric Scheme, gas and diesel electricity generating plants, and contracted wind and solar energy in the National Electricity Market. We also provide electricity and gas to over 1.5 million retail customers through our retail brands Red Energy and Lumo Energy.

Snowy 2.0, currently under construction, is Australia's largest committed renewable energy project. This nation-building project will provide on-demand energy and large-scale storage for many generations to come.

Job description:

Are you an experienced mechanical professional who loves being on the ground, driving quality, and ensuring major infrastructure projects are built to the absolute highest standard?

We are looking for a dedicated Technical Officer - Mechanical to join the Owner's Team on the landmark Snowy 2.0 project. In this hands-on, onsite role, you won't just be reviewing progress from a desk—you will be an active presence across active and non-active work fronts, providing vital technical site surveillance and quality assurance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Active Site Surveillance: Conducting daily inspections of active and non-active mechanical work fronts, capturing detailed plant, labour, equipment records, and photographic logs via ACONEX.

• Contractor Oversight: Working collaboratively with contractors and subcontractors to ensure compliance with CMS standards, design requirements, and Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) guidelines.

• Quality & Safety Assurance: Overseeing Witness and Hold Points (ITPs), ensuring works align with the latest IFC drawings and specifications, and championing safety culture alongside our safety and environmental teams.

• Problem Solving & Communication: Acting as a bridge between the field and the Mechanical Engineers, keeping your manager informed and proactively resolving issues before they become legacy problems.

• Relationship Building: Fostering strong, open, and honest working relationships with contractors, sub-contractors, and internal stakeholders to drive joint problem-solving and a collaborative team environment.

About the location:

This role is located at our Lobs Hole site, working a 14/7 FIFO roster. Standard FIFO and Camp arrangement included.

About you:

• Experience: Previous experience in similar technical or surveillance roles within major infrastructure construction or related industries.

• Qualifications: A Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (desirable) or a robust construction trade background backed by relevant training and experience.

• Core Skills: Exceptional influencing and negotiation skills, proactive decision-making capabilities, and a talent for managing change seamlessly.

• Communication: Outstanding verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage confidently across all levels-from on-the-ground workforce to project managers.

• HSE Alignment: A strong personal commitment to workplace safety and a working style that treats partnerships and mutual cooperation as the foundation of success.

About our workforce:

Diversity and inclusion is important to us: Snowy Hydro has a culture of decency and inclusion, with a commitment to the health and wellbeing of our people and a supportive environment to ensure that everyone - regardless of background - feels included and can succeed. At Snowy Hydro, we recognise that we are made stronger by the unique capabilities and qualities that each individual brings, and we believe in providing an environment that allows that uniqueness to thrive.

Snowy Hydro is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. We are committed to the values of Equal Employment Opportunity and provide accessibility accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for a role with Snowy Hydro and are in need of accommodation or special assistance to navigate our website or to complete your application, please send an email with your request to the Snowy Hydro recruitment team at ***********@snowyhydro.com.au