About John Holland
At John Holland, our purpose is simple, we transform lives with everything we do. We've always known that at its heart, infrastructure is about people - our customers, our employees, and their communities in which we work. That's our difference. Deep experience and capability with a genuine care about creating better lives for people along the way. Be part of a team that thrives on rising to the challenge of transforming lives for good.
About the Role
We are dedicated to delivering innovative and sustainable solutions for water treatment, distribution, and infrastructure as we expand our portfolio. The Site Engineering role will play a crucial role in sourcing, negotiating, and managing the procurement and design of the mechanical package for one of our key power projects - Kidston renewable energy Hub in North Queensland on a FIFO 14 days on 7 days off basis. This role is vital to ensuring that all procurement activities are carried out efficiently and effectively, supporting our commitment to project success and operational excellence.
Responsibilities of the Role Include: Procurement Strategy: Develop and implement procurement strategies for mechanical and process equipment that align with project requirements and organizational goals. Supplier Management: Identify and evaluate potential suppliers, negotiate contracts, and establish strong relationships with vendors to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery of equipment. Cost Control: Monitor and manage procurement budgets, ensuring that all procurement activities are executed within financial constraints. Technical Specifications: Collaborate with engineering teams to understand technical requirements and ensure that purchased equipment meets all specifications and quality standards. Documentation: Prepare and maintain accurate records of procurement activities, including contracts, purchase orders, and supplier correspondence. Compliance: Ensure all procurement processes adhere to relevant regulations, standards, and company policies. To be successful in this key role, you must have:
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, Process Engineering, or a related field.
- An advanced level of experience in procurement within the engineering or construction industry, with a focus on mechanical and process equipment.
- Strong negotiation and communication skills, with a proven ability to manage supplier relationships and drive cost savings.
- In-depth understanding of mechanical and process equipment specifications and procurement practices.
- Familiarity with procurement software and tools, as well as standard office applications.
What's in it for you when you join John Holland? We're about connecting your sense of purpose to ours. We understand that your career is one of the biggest ways to have an impact on the world. We also believe in supporting you as a whole person, not just an employee. We reward and support our people in so many ways. This starts with being flexible about how different people like to work. From industry-leading leave policies to wellbeing and relationship support, your needs sit at the heart of our employee benefits.
We Offer: Competitive remuneration with salary continuance, and salary sacrifice options. Great leave benefits including 18 weeks paid parental leave with super and up to an extra 18 weeks of super paid on further periods of unpaid parental leave, multicultural leave exchange and two extra days to prioritise your wellbeing. Career progression underpinned by our exciting pipeline of work means you'll have the opportunity to work on iconic projects that are shaping cities and communities. Learning and development opportunities where you'll have access to emerging talent programs, building your career through clear career pathways, plus technical and leadership training and development opportunities. Inclusion, diversity and equity is part of how we work. We want everyone at John Holland to feel that they belong – that's why we're working hard every day to foster a more inclusive culture, backed by a business-wide inclusion strategy to bring about meaningful change. We've also got active employee resource groups that support our commitments including those around gender equality and reconciliation. #J-18808-Ljbffr