Site Electrical Engineer

  Professional | Full-Time  | Field Operations

Vestas is one of the world's largest renewable companies. Vestas has an excellent opportunity for an Electrical Engineer. An opportunity to contribute towards a sustainable future.

As a Site  Electrical Engineer, you will  ensure the electrical aspects of its construction projects are delivered according to contract requirements and best practices

Power Solutions>VPS Region APAC>APAC EBoP Engineering

Location: Golden Plains, Victoria
3:1 Roster

Responsibilities :

•  Design management of electrical balance of plant design from sub-contractors.
•  Review of primary and secondary electrical design drawings and documentation against contractual obligations, industry standards, safety compliance, and best practice
•  Reviewing component selections
•  Coordinate design interfaces with Project Civil Engineer and other discipline leads
•  Coordinate Safety in Design Reviews. 
•  Collate required information from sub-contractors for payment milestones and advise the site and project managers about the completion status.
•  Perform QA inspections on electrical scopes of work (incl. factory acceptance tests)
•  Review Inspection and test plans (ITPs)/ test results or report ITRs for electrical scopes of work
•  Reporting on the progress of inspections/tests and QA/QC submissions
•  Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to ensure technical queries, variations, and payment claims are assessed promptly.
•  Support commissioning activities.
•  Liaise with and provide feedback to Melbourne-based personnel. (Functional reporting)
•  Attending site and progress meetings to assist with expert Knowledge in these areas.
•  Monitor BOP progress and contribute to deriving solutions or mitigation measures should delays be incurred.
•  Maintain a good working relationship with clients and onsite contractors.
•  Ensure all work carried out follows Vestas Quality and Site Safety requirements.
•  Support the Engineering changes (Engineering change management).
•  Report any deviations in the system. (NCR)

Qualification :

•   Degree in Electrical Engineering
•   Ability to gain CPEng – Chartered Professional Engineer as granted by Engineers Australia

Competencies:

•  Management of subcontractors and designers in a site-based construction environment
•  Review of electrical design in a construction environment. Previous experience working on construction sites.
•  Experience with Primary substation design is highly valued.
•  Experience with secondary and LV design advantageous.
•  Experience in Negotiation with major stakeholders, both clients /contractors
•  Commercial and Risk Awareness
•  Ability to operate within a high-pressure environment.
•  Experience in the construction of Wind farms highly valued
•  Commissioning experience is highly valued
•  Advanced use of MS Office
•  Experience with using document control systems is highly valued. (E.g. Team binder)
•  Strong verbal and written communication
•  Relationship building, both internal and external
•  Proactive view and practical approach toward role.

What we offer:

•   A strong safety cultures
•   Dynamic and fast-paced work environment 
•   An opportunity to work with the world leader in wind energy. 
•   The opportunity to further develop your skills and professional development. 
•   Global career progression prospects. 
•   Diversity and Inclusion

Additional information:

• All potential employees will be subject to undertaking a full medical assessment to be considered for this role. 
• Please note: We do amend or withdraw our jobs and reserve the right to do so at any time, including before the advertised closing date.

Our Benefits

• Join the World's Leading Wind Energy Solutions Provider
• Excellent Career Development opportunities both Nationally and Globally
• A workplace that embraces Diversity and Inclusion
• Flexible workplace arrangements
• 13 weeks Paid Primary Carers Leave
• 3 weeks Paid Secondary Carers Leave
• Employee Assistance Program

Vestas is an equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community and we strongly encourage applications from those who identify as being Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander.

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DEIB Statement
At Vestas, we recognize the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion in driving innovation and success. We strongly encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, particularly those who may hesitate due to their identity or feel they do not meet every criterion. As our CEO states, "Expertise and talent come in many forms, and a diverse workforce enhances our ability to think differently and solve the complex challenges of our industry". Your unique perspective is what will help us powering the solution for a sustainable, green energy future.

About Vestas
Vestas is the energy industry’s global partner on sustainable energy solutions. We specialize in designing, manufacturing, installing, and servicing wind turbines, both onshore and offshore. 
Across the globe, we have installed more wind power than our competitors in the renewable energy arena. We consider ourselves forerunners within the industry, as Vestas continuously aims to design new solutions and technologies to create a more sustainable future for all of us. With more than 173 GW of wind power installed worldwide and 40+ years of experience in wind energy, Vestas has an unmatched history demonstrating our expertise within the field. 
With 29,000 employees globally, Vestas is a diverse team united by a common goal: to power the solution – today, tomorrow, and far into the future. 
Vestas promotes a diverse workforce which embraces all social identities and is free of any discrimination. We commit to create and sustain an environment that acknowledges and harvests different experiences, skills, and perspectives, and gives everyone equal access to opportunity. 
To learn more about our company and life at Vestas, we invite you to visit our website at www.vestas.com and follow us on our social media channels. We also encourage you to join our Talent Universe to receive notifications on new and relevant postings.