Drill and Blast Project Engineer

Company description:

Future Generation Joint Venture (FGJV) is the principal contractor for Snowy Hydro's Snowy 2.0, Australia's largest committed renewable energy project. We bring the combined engineering expertise of three companies - Italy's Webuild (formerly Salini Impregilo), Australian-based Clough and US-based Lane Construction.

Snowy 2.0 is the next chapter in the Snowy Scheme's history. It is the largest committed renewable energy project in Australia and will provide on-demand energy and large-scale storage for many generations to come. This Iconic Project has and will continue to create its own legacy in Australian history.

Job description:

Purpose of the Role:

Responsible for the management and implementation of a section of works on a construction project to ensure time, cost, quality, safety and contractual targets are achieved. Responsible to develop and implement procedures to achieve quality, safety, timely production and compliance with budgets.

Qualifications:

• Tertiary Qualifications in Civil Engineering or similar discipline
• White Card
• C Class Driver's License

Experience:

• Minimum 2 years' experience working in the Construction Industry in a similar role
• Experience working on large scale construction projects or other suitable projects works

Required Competencies:

• Demonstrate a positive "can-do" attitude.
• Demonstrate initiative and creative problem-solving skills
• Self motivated.
• Ability to implement and follow through on multiple issues and to achieve productive results
• Sound interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively
• Ability to work to deadlines and targets and can prioritise tasks under pressure
• Good organisational skills with exceptional attention to detail
• The ability to work quickly, effectively and positively in a demanding environment
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Core Accountabilities and Responsibilities:

• Ensure the development, in collaboration with the Supervisors, of a detailed programme for day to day activities, look ahead programme and daily program changes, including resources required and material deliveries;
• Develop better ways to deliver the Project works, including improved construction methodologies, alternative designs and alternative materials selection;
• Ensure data for shift reports is reviewed and opportunities identified, for improvement to methods and reoccurring issues/delays.
• Monitor progress of the planned works and regularly review the delay allowance status;
• Coordinate resources to ensure the Project works progress in conjunction with other Section works;
• Ensure the tracking of off-site procurement items against programme;
• Actively participate in the application of resources to generate a target program based on the method, with a target completion that precedes the contracted completion by a suitable delay allowance;
• Communicate the program to all relevant internal parties;

Oversee the tracking of off-site procurement items against program

• Develop "One Team" culture so that the site teams cooperate well with each other and integrate effectively with the wider project teams;
• Coordinate and ensure that Graduate and Site Engineers are clear what is expected of them and provide regular feedback to ensure effective performance;
• Lead development of Graduate and Site Engineers to ensure development of their capability by identifying and addressing development needs of direct team members;
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with clients and external parties, which are managed within the guidelines of the project code of ethics.
• Seek, test, analyze and evaluate the latest blasting technologies and make the necessary recommendations prior to implementation to ensure viability.
• Provide advice to relevant stakeholders on surface blasting practices to proactively alleviate or avoid any unnecessary problems and to always ensure statutory compliance.
• Scrutinize, inspect and approve blast block designs to ensure safe blasting practices and conformance to set standards and design Drill Patterns
• Monitor blasting activities, analyze results and submit recommendations to achieve the desired fragmentation.
• Generate effective drill pattern, tie-in and charge designs.
• Monitor and review data from drilling, explosive loading, and blasting to generate daily reports.
• Produce Dip, Charge and Backfill sheets.
• Refinement of drill and blast pattern designs based on short/medium term plans.
• Ensure compliance with client policies, procedures and systems.
• Maintain a positive and productive working culture.

As an employee you will be eligible to participate in a number of additional employee benefits. This includes:

• Competitive Salary
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Qantas Club Membership discounts
• Professional Development

The employment relationship will be governed by Australia or New Zealand Employment Law.

These positions are in remote challenging areas with extreme cold temperatures which need to be considered before applying for these roles.

If you meet the above requirements and would like to work on this iconic project, please apply now.

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