Title:  Contract Engineer

The Opportunity

Veolia Australia & New Zealand is the only global company to provide a full range of environmental services in the fields of water, waste management and energy solutions. 
 

We have an opportunity for an experienced Contract Engineer to join our Ruapehu Operations team. The purpose of this role is to provide Technical/Engineering solutions in the renewals and improvement space for municipal water clients, supporting capital project teams across Veolia's contracts and driving excellence in water infrastructure projects.

What's on offer

• A great team-working environment
• Employee assistance programs (EAP) through assure which covers mental health, nutrition, financial, legal, coaching and career transition support
• Competitive salary 
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Stable employment with a reputable organisation
• Meaningful work that contributes to the well-being of our community
   

What you'll be responsible for

• Support capital project teams across various contracts, providing engineering expertise for renewals and improvements in municipal water systems.
• Oversee and support project delivery, ensuring adherence to Veolia's Assurance Delivery Framework, and alignment with organisational goals and client requirements.
• Conduct estimation, engineering concepts, and capital works delivery according to Veolia contractual and client needs, with a primary focus on Three Waters works, adapting as necessary to current contractual and client demands.
• Develop and implement innovative technical solutions to address client needs and improve water infrastructure.
• Occasionally be seconded to local teams, adapting to different work environments and team dynamics.
• Travel to various project sites as required, maintaining a flexible approach to work locations.
• Engage directly with clients, representing Veolia in a professional manner and maintaining strong client relationships.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure project delivery aligns with Veolia's standards and client expectations.
• Contribute to the preparation of proposals, reports, and technical documentation for capital works projects.
• Stay current with industry trends, regulations, and best practices in municipal water engineering.
• Participate in project planning, risk assessments, and quality control processes.
• Support the continuous improvement of Veolia's engineering practices and methodologies in the capital works space.
• Provide project management and delivery assurance support for Veolia's O&M capital works across national operations.

What you'll need to be successful

Qualifications / Experience / Licences:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical or Process preferred)
• Professional Engineering licence or ability to obtain one
• Demonstrable experience in water infrastructure projects, particularly in renewals and improvements
• Knowledge of municipal water systems, regulations, and industry standards
• Project management experience, including budget and timeline management
• Understanding of project delivery frameworks and assurance processes

Along with strong problem-solving and analytical skills, you have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal and the ability to work effectively in teams and independently when required. With your strong interpersonal skills for client interactions and team collaboration, you are able to demonstrate adaptability and flexibility to handle varying work environments and client needs as well as the ability to be detail-oriented with a commitment to quality and accuracy. You are self-motivated with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.

Travel to various locations will be required so you have the willingness and ability to travel as required. Knowledge of equipment operations and maintenance is desirable and experience with public sector clients is advantageous.
Ideally you will have familiarity with three waters infrastructure and related projects.
 

A Veolia Career

At Veolia Australia and New Zealand, you’ll join a team of over 6000 passionate innovators... and good humans. Our environmental solutions help customers preserve and renew our natural resources, creating a better future for our planet. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to build your career, and resource the world.

We value diversity, equality and inclusion, we are committed to providing working environments where everyone is included and treated fairly and with respect. We welcome applications from Maori and Pasifika, Veterans, people with Disability, mature age and early careers, members of the LGBTI+ community, and people from all cultural backgrounds.

If you have the experience and are looking for a fulfilling career with a global organisation, then apply today!

Due to the Christmas holiday period and business shutdown, (from the 20th December 2024  - 6th January 2025), we will endeavour to respond to your application as soon as possible, however please expect there may be a delayed response.

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