Ingénieur de Chantier (H/F)

We are seeking a dedicated Site Engineer to provide critical engineering expertise in support of the major overhaul of our hydro units, covering both onsite and offsite component repairs. You will provide technical and quality support throughout the overhaul and equipment repair process, ensuring our assets meet the long-term reliability and availability requirements of the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing timely and accurate engineering advice for major overhaul work.
• Processing, quality checking, and analysing measurement data collected during machine dismantling, refurbishment, and assembly to achieve specified build and alignment tolerances.
• Confirming engineering designs and specifications comply with quality and performance outcomes.
• Developing and continuously improving technical documentation, including Inspection Test Plans (ITPs) and Inspection Record Sheets (IRSs).
• Performing condition assessment, defect investigation, and root cause analysis on assets such as turbines, generators, mechanical transmissions, and various auxiliary systems.
• Confirming Quality Control deliverables and initiating Non-Conformances where required, defining resolutions with the provider.
• Establishing constructive working relationships and demonstrating alignment with company values.
• Participating in and leading commissioning activities as appropriate.
• Providing advice and recommending procedures for operating plant under test conditions.
• Sharing knowledge and providing training in technical theory and application.

About the location

This role is a full time on-site role based in Khancoban, reporting to the Manager - Site Engineering and working closely with the Major Overhauls team.

Khancoban is a small town located on the edge of Kosciuszko National Park, home to a community of around 300 residents and a fantastic spot for nature lovers. Corryong is around 20kms away, over the Victorian boarder, and Albury is the closest regional city, around 150kms away.

Relocation assistance can be provided, so if you are looking for a great place to work and lifestyle, blending career opportunities with stunning natural beauty and access to affordable housing then this could be your next move!

About you

• A Tertiary degree qualification in Mechanical or Mechatronic Engineering.
• Engineering experience specialising in rotating equipment or power generation.
• Proven engineering capability to review and assess designs to meet site requirements.
• Onsite management and interaction skills to successfully supervise contracts and influence contract deliveries.
• Specialist knowledge in the design, operation, and maintenance of hydro assets within a multidisciplinary team environment.
• High level of interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Well-developed analytical and research skills.
• Sound knowledge of Quality, WHS, EEO, and Environmental principles.

Why Join Snowy Hydro?

• An annual performance based bonus.
• A range of parental leave options, including 30 weeks paid leave for primary carers and 10 weeks for non-primary.
• We provide additional leave over and above the minimum National Employment Standards.
• A Service Award Program - employees reaching continuous employment anniversaries receive additional benefits.
• An employee referral plan - good employees attract similar colleagues.
• Corporate clothing allowance.

About our workforce

Diversity and inclusion is important to us. Snowy Hydro has a culture of decency and inclusion, with a commitment to the health and wellbeing of our people and a supportive environment to ensure that everyone - regardless of background - feels included and can succeed. At Snowy Hydro, we recognise that we are made stronger by the unique capabilities and qualities that each individual brings, and we believe in providing an environment that allows that uniqueness to thrive.

Snowy Hydro is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. We are committed to the values of Equal Employment Opportunity and provide accessibility accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for a role with Snowy Hydro and are in need of accommodation or special assistance to navigate our website or to complete your application, please send an email with your request to the Snowy Hydro recruitment team at [email protected].