At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead engineering services for innovative energy projects like solar and wind.
- Company: Join UGL, a leader in engineering and construction with a focus on sustainability.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible work arrangements, health insurance discounts, and career development opportunities.
- Other info: Inclusive workplace that values diversity and offers endless career pathways.
- Why this job: Shape the future of energy while driving impactful projects and business growth.
- Qualifications: Engineering qualifications with experience in managing complex projects.
The predicted salary is between 121500 - 148500 $ per year.
UGL's Energy and Industrial national business unit is experiencing rapid growth, and we need motivated and capable people to join our team.
UGL's in-house engineering and design capability, together with our strong project delivery and operations and maintenance expertise puts us in a strong position in the market.
Our target project opportunities include Solar, Battery Energy Storage Systems, and Wind Projects, as well as Hydrogen and Ammonia projects.
As we continue to deliver & evolve, we are looking for an experienced Head of Engineering - Industrial to help us shape our future projects.
About the role
The Head of Engineering leads the delivery of engineering services across the UGL Energy & Industrial business, ensuring the successful execution of projects and tenders while driving the development of engineering capability and technical excellence to support business growth.
The role contributes to strategic planning, identifies new business opportunities, maintains strong customer relationships, and collaborates with business leaders to deliver effective business development and project execution strategies.
Your duties and responsibilities will include
- Development of Engineering capability to facilitate business growth within the Energy & Industrial industry / market sectors
- Provide strong senior management and strategic leadership and direction, establishing clear divisional objectives, setting standards, targets and goals, implementing controls and KPIs to measure and compare performance (profit, cost, quality, time etc.) within the Engineering team
- Develop and maintain innovative Delivery Methodologies and work with the Head of Technical Solutions / PMO to utilize technical solutions for all Energy & Industrial business markets
- Develop relationships of trust and understanding with the clients – both internal & external
- Work cooperatively with the Business Development Managers & Head of Technical Solutions / PMO to pursue major opportunities.
- Attend Management Review Meetings and identify and propose solutions to overcome quality management problems.
Your skills and experience
- Appropriate Engineering qualifications including extensive Ne Energy or similar industry experience
- Knowledge and proven experience in engineering management of complex engineering and design projects, together with experience in manufacturing processes and principles.
- General knowledge of Australian and International codes and standards and the applicable statutory requirements.
- High level understanding of operational, quality and improvement strategies & activities
- Excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent general computer literacy skills as well as specialist knowledge of discipline-based applications
Please note that relevant screening checks will be conducted as part of the recruitment process.
These may include a national criminal history check and a requirement for you to undergo pre-employment medical assessment including drug and alcohol screen.
About UGL
UGL Pty Limited is a leading provider of end-to-end engineering, construction, and maintenance services.
We are active across rail and transport, communications and technology systems, oil and gas, power, renewables and resources, water and defence markets.
UGL partners with some of the world's largest blue-chip companies and government agencies, private enterprises and public institutions.
We are a member of the CIMIC Group of companies.
UGL appreciates the diversity and richness of its people and seeks to create inclusive environments where each employee feels safe to bring their whole selves to work.
We encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, Women, Military Veterans, those from diverse cultural backgrounds, people with a disability and our friends in the LGBTIQ+ Community.
What we offer
- Discounted private Health insurance
- Salary Continuance Insurance
- Flexible Work Arrangements
- Salary sacrifice
- Novated leasing
- A Strong Health and Safety Culture
- Dedicated Wellness Program
- Paid Parental Leave
- Educational and leadership development opportunities
- Access endless career options and pathways through the CIMIC Group
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Head of Engineering in Brisbane employer: UGL Pty Limited
UGL Pty Limited is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation on the Logan Gold Coast Faster Rail project. Employees benefit from comprehensive professional development opportunities, competitive remuneration, and the chance to lead high-profile infrastructure initiatives that contribute significantly to Australia's rail network. With a strong commitment to safety, health, environment, and quality (SHEQ), UGL ensures a supportive environment where your expertise in HV power systems can thrive.
