Deputy Engineering Manager

About the role

The Deputy Engineering Manager leads a multi-skilled team delivering technical engineering services for fixed plant, equipment, systems, buildings and grounds at facilities in Alice Springs. The role covers electrical and mechanical engineering, asset management, configuration and drafting, and oversees about 30 people. It reports to the Engineering Manager and works closely with the Integration and Project & Construction teams.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Engineering team, giving leadership, management and vision to deliver high-quality results against Statement of Work requirements.
• Facilitate the design and development of solutions to technical problems of moderate to extreme scope and complexity across engineering disciplines.
• Ensure timely technical advice on proposed changes to facility infrastructure and systems, from concept through to detailed IFC designs.
• Oversee systems and processes supporting integration, configuration and engineering service delivery.
• Communicate technical recommendations on facilities systems, infrastructure and equipment reliability, operation, maintenance, life-cycle management and costing.
• Maintain liaison with Government Points of Contact and build relationships with customers, contractors and vendors.
• Deliver corporate and program goals, take part in business development and solve complex client requirements.
• Promote safety awareness, encourage a safety-focused culture and review risk assessments for supervised staff.

Required profile

• Minimum 7 years' experience with facility-related programs of similar size, scope and complexity.
• Minimum 5 years as a Senior Project Manager supervising project managers, engineers and subcontractors.
• Experience managing a multi-million-dollar project portfolio in remote locations, and in a 24x7 operational environment.
• Experience in proposal preparation and cost estimation.
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical or Controls engineering from a nationally accredited university.
• Drivers licence; Australian or US citizenship, at least 18 years old, fluent English.
• Security clearance: TSPV or TS/SCI with polygraph (US citizens) or Australian TSPV.

Required skills

• Ability to lead, manage and motivate teams, and to communicate with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Analytical problem-solving, planning and prioritisation in high-tempo environments.
• Knowledge of safety and regulatory requirements for engineering operations.
• Desired: experience leading multidisciplinary engineering teams, asset management and infrastructure maintenance, project management tools, and mentoring.

Working conditions include office, industrial and construction areas, with exposure to power generation facilities, heavy equipment, construction zones and hazardous substances, and occasional work outside normal hours. Medical clearance is required, and the role involves extended sitting and site inspections including walking, standing and climbing stairs or ladders in PPE.