Mechanical Supervisor - Desalination Plant

About the role

ACCIONA is recruiting a Mechanical Supervisor for a landmark WA water infrastructure project: the Alkimos Seawater Alliance desalination plant, located north of Perth. As supervisor you will oversee the mechanical construction works, report to the Project Manager and coordinate mechanical crews so that piping, pumps and rotating equipment installations meet ACCIONA's safety and quality standards. The project includes ocean intake and outfall pipelines and a 33.5 km supply pipeline to Wanneroo, with completion targeted for 2028.

Key responsibilities

• Plan and allocate daily work fronts for mechanical crews
• Coordinate labour, plant and materials across the site
• Review drawings, method statements and work packs
• Monitor progress against schedule and resolve site issues
• Enforce safety procedures, permits and isolations
• Inspect completed works and manage punch items
• Report progress, risks and resource needs to the Project Manager

Required profile

• Certificate III/IV in Mechanical Engineering, Fitting or Fabrication
• High Risk Work Licence (dogging, rigging or forklift)
• Working at Heights, Confined Space and Gas Test tickets
• White Card and proven experience leading mechanical crews
• Ability to complete the pre-employment medical and National Crime Check

Required skills

• Understanding of P&IDs, ITPs and work packs
• Experience coordinating mechanical crews and sequencing work

What we offer

• A project allowance
• Career development opportunities