Lead Civil-Structural Engineer

At Fortescue Future Industries (FFI) we are leading the global energy transition by developing a portfolio of renewable energy and green hydrogen projects.

Our large scale, low-cost hydropower, geothermal, solar and wind assets will support establishment of green energy and green product industries around the world.

FFI is committed to building thriving communities by delivering social, environmental and economic benefits.

Lead Civil-Structural Engineer

Work Location: Brisbane 

Roster: Monday to Friday

FFI is working on a green hydrogen and ammonia opportunity in Brisbane.  We are working with others on the conversion of an existing gas based ammonia production facility at Gibson Island in Brisbane, focusing on construction of an industrial scale hydrogen production facility.

Reporting to the Engineering Manager, the Lead Civil / Structural Engineer is responsible for the civil and structural engineering, technical design and interfaces across the Gibson Island H2 Project green hydrogen plant, providing technical assurance, risk assessments and supporting progress through various phases of project development.

Key accountabilities will include:

• Client-side lead civil / structural engineering role, providing civil and structural engineering activities during feasibility, detailed design, execution, commissioning and start-up phases.
• Review of civil and structural drawings, requisitions and specifications.
• Liaise with other Lead Engineers on respective discipline engineering requirements and interface issues relating to project facilities.
• Review and approve key business deliverables including those with significant multi-discipline content.
• Participate in contract tender evaluations.
• Assure technical oversight of Engineering Contractor activities.
• Ensure effective application of civil and structural engineering meets the basis of design requirements of the project.
• Communicate and interface effectively with other disciplines, FFI civil and structural engineering functions, engineering specialist providers and vendors.
• Participate in specific detail design reviews and evaluations including technical safety reviews of design, HAZID, HAZOP, LOPA, QRA, risk analysis.
• Contribute to building a frugal cost-conscious attitude throughout the project team.
• Achieve and maintain effective communication with the project delivery team, and other internal and external stakeholders at all times.
• Carry out additional tasks as may be required from time to time by the Engineering Manager.

Qualifications and skills required:

• Bachelor’s degree of Civil Engineering, or equivalent study
• 10 - 15+ years’ experience working in a project setting from feasibility studies through to start-up
• Experience in overseeing EPC design activities and delivering large projects.
• Applied knowledge of civil and earthworks design
• Experience in vendor assessments, quality assurance and supplier qualification.
• Strong leadership skills and experience in leading direct and indirect reports.
• Knowledge of Australian and international codes, standards and industry specifications.
• Effective interpersonal and communications skills.
• Ability to problem-solve effectively.
• Strong analytical, literacy and numerical skills.

Candidates must be able to bring a flexible mindset, challenge traditional thinking, and be prepared to work outside of their comfort zone.

Our values drive our culture and performance through a strong focus on safety, family and determination. We celebrate and respect people’s differences and commit to providing an inclusive work environment. This is an exciting time to join Fortescue.

We encourage Aboriginal Australians and female candidates to apply.

www.fmgl.com.au/jobs-at-fortescue

Fortescue reserves the right to close applications early should a suitable pool of candidates be identified