Operations Engineer — Karratha, Roebourne Area

Expired

Requisition ID: 281854 Relocation Authorized: National - Camp Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project Work Location: Karratha WA Extraordinary teams building inspiring projects: Since 1898, we have helped customers complete more than 25,000 projects in 160 countries on all seven continents that have created jobs, grown economies, improved the resiliency of the world's infrastructure, increased access to energy, resources, and vital services, and made the world a safer, cleaner place. Differentiated by the quality of our people and our relentless drive to deliver the most successful outcomes, we align our capabilities to our customers' objectives to create a lasting positive impact. We serve the Infrastructure; Nuclear, Security & Environmental; Energy; Mining & Metals, and the Manufacturing and Technology markets. Our services span from initial planning and investment, through start-up and operations. Core to Bechtel is our Vision, Values and Commitments. They are what we believe, what customers can expect, and how we deliver. Learn more about our extraordinary teams building inspiring projects in our Impact Report. Project Overview: Pluto Train is the expansion of a second LNG train at the existing Pluto LNG onshore facility. Woodside is Australia's leading natural gas producer, and Bechtel is excited to be working with this key customer to help meet the increasing global demand for LNG as a transitional energy source. Job Summary: A Operations Engineer, you will be responsible for startup planning and activities on major projects, coordinating with project management, engineering, construction, and clients to leverage diverse technical team skills to integrate the startup plan. You will identify risks and trends, manage progress reporting, and proactively course correct to ensure goals, schedules, and requirements are met. Major Responsibilities: PSUM Tier I - most applicable to Deputy PSUMs on medium projects, Area Leads on Mega-projects and PSUMs on projects ( Responsible for the startup and/or operations activities on one or more major projects, designated portions of a very large or complex project, or multiple smaller projects as assigned. Plans and at times directs startup engineering assignments and as directed, performs performance reviews for assigned personnel. Assists, as directed, in the preparation of project proposals. Coordinates with project management, the startup related engineering, construction, and client activities as an office assignment or during startup, operations, maintenance or testing at the jobsite. Prepares or directs the preparation of operations manuals. Other responsibilities as designated. Education and Experience Requirements: Requires bachelor's or master's degree (or international equivalent) and 13-15 years of relevant experience or 17-19 years of relevant work experience. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Ability to work independently and without supervision. Initial Startup & Shutdown trouble shooting. Experience with initial equipment and system startup. Write/enhance procedures for system start up and operation where require. Ensure team is in strict adherence to published start up procedures and follows management of change for any deviations to procedures. Identify off normal operating situations and restore equipment and systems to design operation in accordance with commissioning and startup programs. Record and evaluate system operating parameters for comparison to design. Heater operations. Provide on-the-job training to junior operations team members. Operate local and control room panels as required. Generate appropriate operating reports. Experience with ConocoPhillips Optimized Cascade Process is plus. Experience with operation of refrigeration compressor equipment and systems in accordance with the process design requirements. Must be able to identify and safely react to off normal operating conditions. Can perform plant walk throughs, observing plant conditions and parameters, documenting plant operating parameters on shift log sheets and log books. Handle hazardous materials in accordance with facility environmental and safety programs. Operate equipment and systems in accordance with the process design requirements. Working Rights in Australia without employer sponsorship are required. We are a 2025 Circle Back Initiative Employer & commit to respond to every applicant. Additional Information: This position has responsibilities that include exposure to changing environmental, construction, and operational conditions, which may include: extensive walking in and around an active construction and/or operations site, climbing ladders, working at heights from work platforms including scaffolding, and mobile elevating work platforms (MEWPs), use of personal fall arrest equipment, walking and working on uneven surfaces, working in constricted and/or confined spaces, variable work shifts (e.g., day, night, weekends, 1st, 2nd, 3rd shift, etc.), and work in inclement weather. Some lifting may be required. Candidate must be able to use standard issued Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) required for each assigned task (i.e. respirator, harness, life vest, hearing protection, etc.). The Pluto Train 2 Project is a Major Hazard Facility meaning this is a non-smoking site and no tobacco products – i.e. cigarettes, vapes, lighters, tobacco - are permitted to be brought to the site. This position is available to both local and non-local personnel. For non-locals (FIFO/DIDO), the working roster is 3/1. Total Rewards/Benefits: There are many reasons why choosing to join Bechtel is one of the best career decisions you will ever make. In addition to working with talented, dedicated people and having the opportunity to play an integral role in stimulating and challenging local and international projects, Bechtel is committed to offering you the benefits and resources to live a healthy life. With a market aligned salary package and annual discretionary performance bonus scheme in place, employee wellbeing is also at the centre of our business - promoted through our strong health and safety focus and private health cover including access to a leading employee assistance program. Diverse teams build the extraordinary: As a global company, Bechtel has long been home to a vibrant multitude of nationalities, cultures, ethnicities, and life experiences. This diversity has made us a more trusted partner, more effective problem solvers and innovators, and a more attractive destination for leading talent. We are committed to being a company where every colleague feels that they belong-where colleagues feel part of "One Team," respected and rewarded for what they bring, supported in pursuing their goals, invested in our values and purpose, and treated equitably. Click here to learn more about the people who power our legacy. LI-JC1 Bechtel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law), protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Applicants with a disability, who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, may e-mail their request to acesstmtbechtel.com