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Utilities lead

Melbourne
John Holland
Posted: 6 June
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About the Project

The Stations Alliance North team, comprising John Holland, Arup, and KBR, is delivering the transformative Suburban Rail Loop (SRL) East WP‐F package. The Alliance will build world‐class underground stations at Glen Waverley, Burwood and Box Hill. The new stations will be fully accessible, light‐filled spaces with retail and dining options, and will feature elements inspired by the history of the local community and First Nations peoples, with each station achieving a Green Star rating of at least 5 stars. The SRL will provide safe, easy and accessible connections to existing Metro stations and new bus and tram interchanges, walking and cycling paths, and bike parking, supporting the delivery of more homes within walking distance of jobs, health services, universities and quality open space.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Engineer – Utilities to lead utility‐related activities across the project. The role involves managing planning, coordination and delivery to ensure successful interfaces with designers, subcontractors, asset owners and the broader project team. You will play a key role in driving safety, compliance, program performance and stakeholder outcomes.

What you will do

* Coordinate the design, relocation, protection, and installation of utilities (e.g., water, gas, electricity, telecoms) in line with project requirements.
* Collaborate with utility service providers, designers and subcontractors to develop and execute utility plans.
* Conduct risk assessments and ensure compliance with safety standards and regulations.
* Monitor project progress, manage schedules and report on utility‐related activities.
* Track, manage and report on costs, including active participation in forecasting.
* Identify and resolve any utility‐related issues or conflicts during construction.
* Ensure adherence to project specifications and quality standards.
* Manage permits, approvals and documentation related to utilities.
* Provide technical input and support to the project team.
* Maintain strong communication with internal and external stakeholders.

What we are looking for

Essential:

* A degree in Civil, Electrical, Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
* Demonstrated experience as a Utilities Project Engineer and/or Utilities Senior Project Engineer in major infrastructure or complex construction environments.
* Direct involvement in developing bid / proposal / TOC phase deliverables, including estimates, utilities registers and scope documentation.

Typical:

* Strong technical knowledge across water, sewer, gas, electricity, telecommunications and associated authority requirements.
* Demonstrated leadership capability with experience managing multidisciplinary teams and multiple stakeholders.
* A proactive approach to safety, risk management and continuous improvement.
* Strong communication, negotiation and stakeholder engagement skills.
* Familiarity with relevant regulations, standards and utility authority processes.
* Proficiency in project management tools and software.

Benefits

We offer competitive remuneration with salary continuance and salary sacrifice packaging options. Great leave benefits include 18 weeks paid parental leave with superannuation, up to an extra 18 weeks of superannuation paid on further periods of unpaid parental leave, multicultural leave exchange and two additional John Holland Days to prioritise health and wellbeing. We provide career progression opportunities through our exciting pipeline of work, learning and development programs, and inclusive workplace culture supported by our Gender Equality Strategic Plan and Pride, Celebrate Women, RAP and Grow networks. Flexible working arrangements are available to support different needs.

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