PURPOSE AND SCOPE

The Deputy Engineering Manager works closely with the Engineering Manager lead a multi-skilled team of professionals in the delivery of technical engineering services in support of fixed plant, equipment, systems, buildings and grounds at facilities located in Alice Springs.

The Engineering function includes electrical and mechanical engineering, asset management, configuration and drafting and the Deputy Engineering Manager oversees these areas to ensure coverage and alignment with team objectives. The Deputy Chief of Engineering is responsible for the leadership, management, coordination and oversight of approximately 30 personnel this includes the strategic level planning, organization, coordination, development, training, mentoring, and resource and performance management relevant to the service delivery of the Engineering team.

The Deputy Chief of Engineering supports the achievement of corporate and program goals, participates in business development, and develops creative solutions to address complex client requirements.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS

The Deputy Engineering Manager reports to the Engineering Manager for day-to-day direction, performance management and strategic alignment

The Deputy Engineering Manager collaborates closely with the Integration and Project & Construction teams to coordinate engineering priorities, schedules and deliverables.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

As the Deputy Engineering Manager, responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

- Lead and manage the Engineering team

- Provide leadership,



management and vision to enable the delivery of consistently high-quality results that meet Statement of Work requirements and strategically focus the Engineering team.

- Facilitate the design and/or development of solutions to a variety of technical problems of moderate to extreme scope and complexity across a broad array of engineering disciplines.

- Ensure the appropriate and timely application of relevant expertise in the review and provision of technical advice on proposed changes to facility infrastructure and systems, from general concepts through to detailed IFC designs.

- Lead and oversee the development and implementation of appropriate and effective systems and processes in support of integration, configuration and engineering service delivery.

- Communicate technical recommendations, input, direction and advice on facilities system, infrastructure and equipment reliability, operation, maintenance, life-cycle management and costing.

- Build and maintain close and direct liaison with relevant Government Points of Contact to ensure customer requirements remain well understood and satisfied.

- Deliver corporate and program goals, participate in business development, and develop creative solutions to address complex client requirements

- Maintain health and safety within the workplace by promoting safety awareness initiatives,



discussions and trainings, encouraging a safety focused culture and participating and reviewing risk assessments for those under their supervision.

- Any other reasonable duties as requested

ADDITIONAL DUTIES

N/A

WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

- Team Members: Provides day-to-day leadership, guidance and mentorship to support team performance and development
- Program Management: Collaborates with program leadership to align engineering activities with operational priorities, contractual requirements and program objectives
- Customers: Maintain effective working relationships with customers to understand requirements, address technical concerns and ensure engineering services meet customer expectations
- External Stakeholders: Coordinates with contractors, vendors and other external parties to support engineering activities resolve technical issues and ensure compliance with applicable standards

EXPERIENCE

Required:

- Minimum of 7 years' experience with facility related programs of a similar size, scope and complexity
- Minimum of 5 years' experience as a Senior Project Manager responsible for supervising project managers, engineers and sub-contractors
- Demonstrated experience managing a multi-million-dollar project portfolio in remote locations, and balancing resources while maintaining cost and schedules
- Demonstrated experience working in a 24x7 operational setting requiring close coordination with mission operations
- Demonstrated experience in timely proposal preparation and cost estimation

Desired:

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📌 Deputy Engineering Manager (Australia)
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