Job Description Project Info
ACCIONA is leading the Alkimos Seawater Desalination Plant in Perth, a $2.8 billion project delivered in alliance with Water Corporation and Jacobs.
Stage 1 will produce 150 million litres of drinking water a day for Western Australians.
The plant integrates seawater desalination with on-site groundwater treatment, a first for a plant of this scale in WA.
Construction is underway, with commissioning targeted for ****.
About Opportunity
This role supports the commissioning, start-up, performance testing and initial operation of the Alkimos plant.
You will work across control room monitoring and field-based troubleshooting, coordinating with mechanical, electrical, instrumentation and operations teams to support a safe, efficient start-up.
It suits an engineer looking to build technical, operational and leadership capability on a large-scale water infrastructure project, with genuine exposure to commissioning at a scale few projects in Australia can offer.
Key Accountabilities
Develop working knowledge of assigned process systems and control logic
Support safe execution of commissioning activities to spec and procedure
Collaborate with operators, mechanical, electrical and instrumentation teams
Conduct system walkdowns, punch listing and completion verification
Support loop checks, sequence testing and cause-and-effect matrix testing
Review process trends and data to inform commissioning decisions
Apply HSSE systems including PTW, LOTO and risk assessments




Required Skills and Competencies
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Chemical, Process or Instrumentation & Control
Experience commissioning or operating water treatment/desalination plants
Ability to read and interpret PFDs, P&IDs; and control philosophies
Working knowledge of SCADA or DCS control systems
Willingness to be fully site-based for the commissioning phase
What We Offer
At ACCIONA, we offer a dynamic and challenging work setting where our employees can grow and develop their careers.
We provide opportunities for professional development, and our team members are encouraged to bring new ideas and approaches to their work.
Our company is dedicated to fostering a culture of inclusiveness and respect where every employee feels valued and supported.
ACCIONA has been given the Top Employer ****, ****, **** & **** certification in Australia, which certifies the company's commitment to excellence in human resources management and those who focus on putting their people first through their exceptional HR policies.
Since establishing a presence in Australia in ****, ACCIONA has made significant investments in local opportunities and project development.
ACCIONA employs more than 3,000 people in its renewable energy, infrastructure and water projects across Australia & New Zealand.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and promote equality and diversity.
Indigenous Australians and candidates from minority groups are encouraged to apply.
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📌 Process Engineer (Tasmania)
🏢 Acciona
📍 Tasmania