ACCIONA is a global company, leading in the development of regenerative infrastructure that creates a positive impact on society. Our workforce consists of more than 65,000 professionals, present in more than 40 countries across the five continents, all contributing in our mission to design a better planet. Are you a passionate individual who wants to make a difference, promote sustainable development, and find solutions to the biggest global challenges including climate change, overpopulation, and water scarcity? Come and join us in building the infrastructure our planet needs to achieve a sustainable future.
Job Description
- Personalised career progression plans to help you achieve your goals
- Join a business with an excellent safety record as well as robust systems and process's
- Competitive salary in line with experience + Acciona Bonus Incentive Scheme
The project includes the design, construction, operation and maintenance of the plant with first production in 2028. Works include marine works and tunnels, seawater intake system, a seawater reverse osmosis desalination plant, groundwater system, drinking water storage and pump system, supported by civil, electrical and bulk earthworks.
- Promote and maintain high safety and environmental standards through inspections, workshops, and permit reviews
- Manage procurement processes including RFQs, budget analysis, vendor selection, and risk evaluation
- Review and develop construction methods and workpacks, ensuring innovation and effective problem-solving
- Plan and manage project schedules, monitor progress, mitigate delays, and align milestones with team goals
- Oversee construction engineering activities including method implementation, QA monitoring, and risk management
- Apply digital engineering tools to support planning, design review, and site coordination
- Lead and manage engineering teams, set goals, monitor performance, and support wellbeing
- Ensure quality control through timely closure of Lots, NCRs, and implementation of ITPs
Required Skills and Competencies
- Strong safety and environmental awareness, with the ability to lead inspections and risk assessments
- Proficiency in procurement, budgeting, and evaluating vendor proposals and risks
- Skilled in project scheduling, critical path analysis, and resource management
- Competence in construction engineering, QA processes, and cost forecasting
- Ability to lead teams, apply digital engineering tools, and provide technical guidance across project stages
- Proven experience in managing complex infrastructure or construction projects across multiple phases
- Strong background in safety, environmental compliance, and risk management practices
- Demonstrated ability to lead procurement, scheduling, and engineering activities effectively
- Proficiency in using digital engineering tools and systems for planning and coordination
- Relevant engineering qualifications and professional accreditation (e.g. Chartered or Registered Engineer)
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.
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What We Do
Leaders in developing regenerative infrastructure to design a better planet.
Our offer covers the whole value chain, from design and construction to operation and maintenance. We develop our business activities based on the desire to contribute to economic and social development in the communities in which we operate.
We execute our sustainability strategy through a Sustainability Master Plan, a road map containing all the initiatives of the Company in this field. Our aim is to lead the transition towards a low-carbon economy, bringing quality criteria and innovation processes to all projects in order to optimize the efficient use of resources and respect the environment.
We have been a carbon neutral company since 2016, but we go further and want to create a positive impact, with people and the planet at the center.
