Australian Based Dams / Reservoir Engineering Opportunities (Relocation assistance provided)

AECOM; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 500,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a qualified individual to join their team in a role focused on design management within HV substation projects. The successful candidate will lead project delivery, mentor team members, and manage multidisciplinary ventures, all while enjoying flexible work arrangements and a commitment to professional growth.

Benefits

Flexible work arrangements

Additional annual leave

Volunteer leave

Flexible public holidays

Qualifications

• Experience in HV substation design including IEC61850 configuration.
• Demonstrated experience in managing complex multidisciplinary projects.
• Skills in mentoring and facilitating team development.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of projects and develop leading-edge technical skills.
• Mentor team members and facilitate opportunities that build competency.
• Undertake design management roles for multidisciplinary projects.

Skills

HV substation design

Project management

Mentoring

Job description

How you'll make a difference

• Active participation in business and strategic planning activities.
• Lead the delivery of projects and develop leading-edge technical skills.
• Mentor team members in their development, facilitate opportunities that build competency, and assist with professional accreditation where appropriate.
• Undertake design management roles for multidisciplinary projects.

Qualifications:

The qualities that help you thrive

The following qualifications and experience are highly desired, but if you don't tick all the boxes, you could still be a perfect fit for this role. Please apply; all applications will be considered.

• HV substation design experience including IEC61850 configuration.
• Demonstrated experience in managing complex multidisciplinary projects.
• Mentoring team members in their development, facilitating opportunities that build competency.
• Optimism for what's possible with the ability to lead through ambiguity.

Additional Information:

Why you'll love working with us

• Flexible work arrangements including alternative start/finish times, part-time, job sharing, and hybrid work options.
• Purchase up to 6 weeks of additional annual leave per year.
• Volunteer and representation leave.
• Flexible public holidays: swap Easter or other holidays for ones that suit you better.

Ready to push the limits of what's possible?

We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, additional health or mental health needs, and/or neurodiverse conditions. If you require any adjustments during the hiring process, please let us know.

Applications are reviewed as they come in, and the role may close earlier than expected. If this opportunity sounds like you, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

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About AECOM

AECOM is the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle—from advisory, planning, design, and engineering to program and construction management. Our projects span transportation, buildings, water, new energy, and the environment. Our public and private sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. We are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social, and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm, with professional services revenue of $14.4 billion in fiscal year 2023. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at our website and @AECOM.

Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity

You will have the flexibility to do your best work with hybrid options. Whether working from an AECOM office, remotely, or at a client site, you will be in a dynamic environment that champions integrity, entrepreneurial spirit, and a pioneering mindset.

We foster a safe and respectful workplace where everyone can bring their whole selves, using their talents, backgrounds, and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.

AECOM offers a wide array of compensation, benefits, and wellbeing programs to meet diverse needs. As a trusted global infrastructure firm, we are in this together—your growth and success are ours too.

Join us to enjoy the benefits of being part of a global, publicly traded firm, access to industry-leading technology and thinking, and transformational work with big impact and flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person's potential and will help you reach yours.

We are a Disability Confident Employer and will offer an interview to applicants with disabilities or long-term conditions who meet the minimum/essential criteria. Please contact us via email if you wish to apply through the Disability Confident Interview Scheme.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Remote Work: Employment Type:

Full-time

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Experience: years

Vacancy: 1