HumeLink West Project Overview
Transgrid has selected two CIMIC Group companies, UGL and CPB Contractors, to deliver the western section of the HumeLink high voltage electricity transmission project.
HumeLink is a new 500kV transmission project connecting Wagga Wagga, Maragle, and Bannaby in regional NSW. The project significantly increases the capacity of the electricity network in Australia's eastern states, one of the country's largest energy infrastructure projects with ~365kms of proposed new transmission lines and upgraded infrastructure.
The HumeLink West scope includes delivery of new 500kV double circuit transmission lines spanning ~140kms from Wagga Wagga Substation to a new Substation at Gugaa, the Interface Point with HumeLink East near Gundagai, and a new substation at Maragle in the Snowy Mountains for future connection to Snowy 2.0.
The Project Details
This HV Transmission Line will be one of the largest in NSW, delivering ongoing work until 2027. This role will be based in Wagga Wagga or a close regional NSW town with frequent travel to site and North Sydney as required.
The Opportunity Role
Reporting to the Property & Interface Manager, this role provides critical landowner-facing engagement, ensuring the project delivery teams have the necessary land and site access. Additionally, it ensures mitigation measures are in place to minimize the impact of construction activities on all landowners and local communities.
Your Responsibilities:
* Taking the lead in all landowner engagements and property negotiations
* Timely coordination of land and property access requests, notices, and enquiries with landowners, project teams, and sub-contractors
* Overseeing the implementation of and adherence by all sub-contractors and third parties to the client's Property Management Plans relating to each individual property holding
* The first point of contact for all property-related escalated issues and complaints for resolution
* Updating client's property records and maintaining site-specific records
* Participating in client and sub-contractor project meetings
* Adherence to the organisation's health and safety protocols/requirements
To Be Successful In This Role, You Will Require:
* Local area knowledge and deep understanding of local key drivers
* A strong agricultural/rural background
* Strong relationships with landowners and communities in the area
* Experience dealing and negotiating positive outcomes with small communities and agricultural landowners
* Ability to coordinate, prioritise, and manage multiple tasks
* Experience in dealing with Councils & Utility service providers regarding permit applications and approvals will be essential
* Willingness to travel
We Offer:
* A rewarding career where we support your development, training, and promote from within.
* Opportunities across all construction sectors so that there is always an opportunity suitable for the next stage in your career.
* Competitive remuneration and excellent benefits including a health and wellbeing program, discount portal, and company-funded salary continuance insurance.
* Flexible work arrangements and a culture that values diversity and innovation.