Engineering & Maintenance Manager
Job Summary
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 65000 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
Benefits
- Salary packaging novated leasing and income protection insurance
- Kwinana Location
- Subsidised private health insurance and wellbeing support
- Mentoring and leadership development pathways
Project Info
Kwinana Energy Recovery is Australias first large-scale waste-to-energy facility owned and operated by ACCIONA in Kwinana Western Australia. The plant converts up to 460000 tonnes of non-recyclable waste each year into 38 megawatts of baseload renewable electricity enough to power more than 55000 homes while recovering valuable metals for reuse.
About Opportunity
Reporting to the O&M Manager (SPV) the Engineering & Maintenance Manager leads the Engineering team at Kwinana Energy Recovery and deputises for the O&M Manager when required. You will drive safe efficient and compliant performance across a 24-hour shift operation overseeing asset management maintenance delivery and contractor control. The role also builds strong working relationships across site to keep operations running smoothly and objectives on track.
Key accountabilities:
- Lead high-performing teams build engineering team capability and a performance-driven plant availability-focused culture including mentoring and resourcing.
- Drive safety culture implementing safe working systems and embed Accionas Quality Safety and Environmental objectives across Operations.
- Own asset & maintenance delivery leading maintenance activities to completion on time and develop strategic plans for facility availability with Engineers.
- Manage contracts & contractors control contractor work areas and ensure sites meet all contractual/performance obligations.
- Report on performance prepare submissions reports and KPIs
Required Skills and Competencies
- Degree in Engineering or equivalent
- 10 years industry experience
- Experience leading large diverse project teams
- Strong to advanced Excel skills
ACCIONA has been given the Top Employer& 2025 certification in Australia which certifies the companys 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 3000 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.
Required Experience:
Manager
About Company
ACCIONA has successfully delivered major infrastructure projects in Canada since 2000. Its leadership and experience span the entire value chain, from research and development to construction, operation and maintenance of projects.