Professional | Full-Time | Field Operations

Vestas have an amazing opportunity for all engineers who specialise in civil engineering.

There couldn't be a better way to start your career in the renewable industry.

Vestas is currently seeking a qualified civil engineer to ensure that construction projects meet contract requirements and best practices in civil and structural aspects.

Location: Lotus Creek, Queensland

FIFO/DIDO

Responsibilities:

• Review of civil and structural site practices against contractual obligations, industry standards, safety compliance and best practice.

• Ensuring compliance with scope requirements, making sure all assigned works are completed on time and within budgetary limitations.

• Ensure civil works required to be performed for Vestas from subcontractors is carried out in a timely and high-quality manner.

• Coordinate construction interfaces with Electrical and other discipline leads.

• Review Inspection and test planning of civil components and infrastructure.

• Witnessing inspection and tests of civil components and infrastructure to support the Project Civil Engineers is a key part of the role.

• Review of plant and material selection. Safety inspections of plant and all other works operations.

• Reporting on progress of inspections / tests and QA/QC submissions.

• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to ensure site operations are well organized and completed efficiently.

• Liaise with and provide feedback to office-based personnel. (Functional reporting)

• Attending site and progress meetings to assist with expert knowledge in these areas

• Monitor BOP progress and contribute to deriving solutions or mitigation measures should delays be incurred.

• Maintain a good working relationship with onsite client, landowners and contractors.

• Ensure all work carried out is in compliance with Quality and Site Safety requirements at all times.

Qualifications:

• Post Graduate Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
• 5 years' experience in civil and structural constructions; Leading Hand or above.

Competencies:

• Management of subcontractors in a site-based, construction environment.

• Review of civil and structural works in a construction environment

• Experience with Pavement / Road / Drainage construction is highly valued

• Experience with Concrete / Foundation construction is highly valued

• Experience in negotiating with major stakeholders, both clients/contractors/landowners as required

• Ability to operate within a high-pressure environment

• Experience in the construction of Wind farms is highly valued

• Strong verbal and written communication/negotiation

• Relationship building, both internal and external

• Proactive view and practical approach toward the role

• Commercial, Safety and Risk Awareness

Additional information:

• All potential employees will be subject to undertaking a full medical assessment to be considered for this role.

• Please note: We do amend or withdraw our jobs and reserve the right to do so at any time, including before the advertised closing date.

Our Benefits

Join the World's Leading Wind Energy Solutions Provider

• Excellent Career Development opportunities both Nationally and Globally

• A workplace that embraces Diversity and Inclusion

• Flexible workplace arrangements

• 18 weeks Paid Parental Leave

• 3 weeks Paid Secondary Carers Leave

• Employee Assistance Program

Vestas is an equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community and we strongly encourage applications from those who identify as being Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander.

Our commitment to a fair hiring
At Vestas, we evaluate all candidates solely based on their professional experience, education, and relevant skills. To support a fair recruitment process, we kindly ask that you remove any photos, dates of birth or graduation, gender pronouns, marital status, or other personal information not relevant to the role before submitting your CV/resume. Your CV/resume should focus on your professional and educational background, along with the necessary contact details (email and phone number). We train our hiring teams in inclusive evaluation and regularly review process outcomes to ensure fairness.

DEIB Statement
At Vestas, we recognize the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion in driving innovation and success. We strongly encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, particularly those who may hesitate due to their identity or feel they do not meet every criterion. As our CEO states, "Expertise and talent come in many forms, and a diverse workforce enhances our ability to think differently and solve the complex challenges of our industry". Your unique perspective is what will help us powering the solution for a sustainable, green energy future.

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About Vestas
Vestas is the energy industry's global partner on sustainable energy solutions. We are specialised in designing, manufacturing, installing, and servicing wind turbines, both onshore and offshore.
Across the globe, we have installed more wind power than anyone else. We consider ourselves pioneers within the industry, as we continuously aim to design new solutions and technologies to create a more sustainable future for all of us. With more than 185 GW of wind power installed worldwide and 40+ years of experience in wind energy, we have an unmatched track record demonstrating our expertise within the field.
With 30,000 employees globally, we are a diverse team united by a common goal: to power the solution - today, tomorrow, and far into the future.
Vestas promotes a diverse workforce which embraces all social identities and is free of any discrimination. We commit to create and sustain an environment that acknowledges and harvests different experiences, skills, and perspectives. We also aim to give everyone equal access to opportunity.
To learn more about our company and life at Vestas, we invite you to visit our website at www.vestas.com and follow us on our social media channels. We also encourage you to join our Talent Universe to receive notifications on new and relevant postings.