Mechanical Superintendent

The opportunity 

Reporting to the Contract Manager, the Mechanical Superintendent provides day to day supervision of a multidiscipline team in the planning and delivery of work, to meet safety, financial and productivity targets for a maintenance contract at a local power station. 

This role is fulltime permanent working from the power stations in Eraring 5 days a week. We are only considering local applications as it’s a DIDO role, so you much reside locally or be willing to relocate. 

What you’ll do 

• Assist in preparation and coordination of Outage Schedules and estimates in a power station
• Review & understand works scopes, develop resource plans and programs to meet financial and contractual targets and ensure that risks are identified and effectively managed
• Understand and implement the works or services programme/schedule
• Notify the Contract Manager of any changes to scope or delays
• Maintain a diary of events, discussions, progress and resources
• Ensure plant and labour is managed in accordance with Downer Processes
• Ensure project quality requirements are understood and complied with
• Ensure subcontractors are informed of site requirements and are adequately supervised.
• Ensure client work order management systems are managed within compliance
• Utilise Downer systems and processes to ensure that all costs are captured and allocated correctly
• Utilise Commercial processes to manage & capture variations effectively
• Coordinate supply and delivery of equipment, subcontractors, consumables, and project-specific requirements, in accordance with client/contract document specifications and in accordance with Downer Policies & Procedures.
• Effectively monitor & control subcontractor & procurement commitments and costs.
• Provide input where required into monthly financial reporting requirements
• Assist in the financial management of projects by closely monitoring actual to budgeted spend on all projects associated with the client

What we offer 

• Employee benefits including health and wellness initiatives 
• Access to Downer Group benefits 
• Personalised career development and growth working with an industry leading team.  
• Competitive remuneration package 
• Safety focused culture working within in leading services industry 
• Management support coupled with ongoing training and mentoring  

• Career enhancing opportunity to work within an ASX limited company 

   

What we’re looking for 

• Trade qualification – mechanical preferred.
• C Class Drivers Licence
• White Card, Confined Space & Working at Heights tickets
• Minimum 5 years’ experience within the industry Experience or exposure within industrial plant. – Power Station experience would be an advantage
• Exposure and experience with project planning, execution and delivery.
• Demonstrated experience in leading teams to achieve results and objectives
• Experience in subcontractor engagement & management.
• Experience in SAP work order management process

‘About Energy & Utilities… 

Downer's Energy & Utilities business unit is an integrated trans-Tasman team, providing services and solutions that connect communities to essential networks and infrastructure. We design, build, operate and maintain today's critical assets and networks, delivering complete services across the water, electricity, telecommunications, industrial and power generation sectors. Our expertise spans in-house technical smarts, specialist engineering, integrated OEM partners, and dedicated crews of qualified tradespeople. 

Downer Group is an employer that acknowledges and embraces the importance of our people's diverse experiences, talents, and cultures. As an inclusive employer, we welcome applications from everyone. 

How to apply

Click "Apply" to start your application. We look forward to hearing from you!  

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