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Senior Recruitment Business Partner @ UGL | Transmission | Utilities | Renewable Energy
UGL Utilities team is currently looking for a Construction Manager to commence on site on one of our projects in North Queensland. Project involving the design, construction and installation of a high voltage transmission lines and switching sub stations. The position will be based on site (FIFO Brisbane) on a 10/4 roster.
UGL’S Utilities team designs, constructs and maintains critical infrastructure across the water and power sectors. Ranging from wastewater treatment plants to power stations. We design and construct the following assets; power generation, transmission lines, substations, electrical distribution networks, water and waste water treatment plans and water pipelines.
What will a day in this role look like:
1. Lead and oversee the end-to-end construction of green and brownfield substation projects, including planning, execution, outages, and close-out.
2. Coordinate with stakeholders, including clients, engineers, and subcontractors, to achieve project objectives.
3. Develop and manage detailed project schedules and budgets, providing regular updates to stakeholders.
4. Enforce and monitor strict safety protocols and environmental compliance, adapting risk management strategies for high-voltage work.
5. Conduct regular site inspections to assess work quality, progress, and adherence to standards.
6. Resolve on-site issues proactively and facilitate conflict resolution between team members and subcontractors.
What are we looking for you to bring to the team:
1. Minimum of 15 years in power Transmission or distribution, generation, or heavy civils construction, with at least 5 years in management roles, preferably in high voltage substations or similar projects.
2. Bachelor’s degree in construction management, Civil Engineering or a related field preferred.
3. Proven knowledge of high voltage substation construction methods, materials, and regulatory standards.
4. Strong understanding of OHS and environmental legislation, codes of practice, and industry standards.
5. Proficiency with project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Primavera).
6. Excellent communication skills for engaging with a diverse range of stakeholders.
7. Relevant construction safety certifications and a valid Construction Card.
What makes you right for UGL
1. Ability to provide a safe, supportive, and positive workplace
2. Empower a united and collaborative culture
3. Deliver technical excellence and create efficient, innovative solutions
4. Build an enviable reputation and the trust of employees, clients, and other stakeholders
5. Genuine concern for safety
About Us
UGL is well-known and respected for providing end-to-end engineering, construction and maintenance services within, 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.
At UGL, we value diversity – in the backgrounds, ideas, work styles and perspectives of our team. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly encourage people with disability, Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people, mature aged workers, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.
Please note that relevant screening checks will be conducted as part of the recruitment process. These may include a national criminal history check and for you to undergo pre-employment medical assessment including drug and alcohol screen.
UGL does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or recruitment agencies.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Management
Industries
Construction and Civil Engineering
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