The Opportunity
At APA, our purpose is simple: to strengthen communities through responsible energy. We now have an exciting opportunity available for a Project Development Engineer to join us in our Infrastructure Engineering- Power team in Brisbane, Melbourne, or Perth on a full-time permanent basis. Reporting to the Project Development Manager - Power, you will play a key role in providing technical support during all project phases to ensure that project designs meet operational requirements. Projects may encompass Solar PV, Wind, BESS, and/or gas firming technologies delivered on an EPC / D&C or multi-contract basis.
Key Responsibilities
Provide technical support during all project phases
Ensure that project designs meet operational requirements and APA engineering standards
Collaborate with project teams to understand and address their technical needs
Review and approve project designs and changes
Identify and resolve technical issues that may arise during the project
Report on project progress and technical issues to senior management
Collaborate with subject matter experts to develop technically and commercially feasible solutions for both customer and internally generated projects
Coordinate internal workstreams, ensuring their efforts align with project objectives
Development of schedule, deliverable list and cost time estimate in coordination with technical and commercial workstreams
Management of development projects to budget and agreed timelines
Your Background
Strong knowledge of engineering principles and project management
Excellent problem-solving skills for addressing technical issues
Strong communication skills to effectively collaborate with project teams
A commitment to ensuring that project designs meet operational requirements and APA engineering standards
Ability to understand the impacts of decisions on cost, other stakeholders, and customers
Development experience in the power generation and renewable energy sectors
Demonstrated experience in project management activities such as proposal/business case writing, estimating, scheduling, project delivery, EV tracking, and commercial management
Proficiency in project management software tools such as Power BI, Microsoft Project, Primavera or equivalent
About the Team
The Infrastructure Engineering - Power team forms part of the Infrastructure Delivery division in APA, responsible for development and delivery of growth power projects across Australia. With a strong pipeline of power projects, both on-grid and off-grid, the recently established Infrastructure Engineering – Power team is experiencing rapid growth. We are actively seeking new talent to complement our existing cadre of multi-disciplinary engineers and development managers. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of Australia's energy transition by supporting development and delivery of power generation projects, utilising wind, solar, battery, and firming gas technologies.
Working at APA
At APA, we're committed to fostering a safe and inclusive workplace where you can achieve your best. We'll provide you with access to targeted career development programs, competitive remuneration, employee benefits, flexible working arrangements, and wellbeing programs.
We employ more than 2,900 people across Australia and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive culture, where everyone feels safe, valued, and trusted to do their best every day.
We are APA
APA Group is a leading Australian energy infrastructure business. We proudly own, operate and manage a diverse $27 billion portfolio of gas, electricity, solar, and wind assets which deliver essential services to communities and customers across Australia.
Join our team and be part of Australia's energy transition! We'd love to hear from you. APA is an equal opportunity employer. The safety, health, and wellbeing of our people, community, and environment are a priority. We embrace diversity in our people to ensure our workforce is representative of the communities that we operate in. Applicants must be eligible to work in Australia to be considered.
Role closes Monday, 2 September 2024. Role Reference Number JR1249 PD is available on request by emailing ****** quoting reference number above. We will contact successful candidates after the closing date.
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