Acciona
Tunnel Manager
New Zealand · Work style not stated
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- EmployerAcciona
- LocationNew Zealand
- Work styleWork style not stated
- Employer posted
ACCIONA is a global company, leading in the development of regenerative infrastructure that creates a positive impact on society. Our workforce consists of more than 65,000 professionals, present in more than 40 countries across the five continents, all contributing in our mission to design a better planet. Are you a passionate individual who wants to make a difference, promote sustainable development, and find solutions to the biggest global challenges including climate change, overpopulation, and water scarcity? Come and join us in building the infrastructure our planet needs to achieve a sustainable future.
Since establishing a presence in Australia in 2002, 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.
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Job Description
TUNNEL MANAGER
Lead tunnel safety, operations and maintenance on the Northland Corridor Warkworth to Te Hana project and shape its long-term success with ACCIONA.
Benefits
- Lead tunnel operations on a major New Zealand transport project
- Mentoring and leadership development pathways to grow your career
Join ACCIONA and be part of a team delivering one of New Zealand's most significant transport infrastructure projects. The Northland Corridor Warkworth to Te Hana - Ara Tūhono project will enhance connectivity, improve safety and support regional growth, leaving a lasting legacy for future generations.
About the Opportunity
Lead tunnel safety, maintenance, operational readiness and incident response on the Northland Corridor Warkworth to Te Hana project. You will report to the Maintenance and Operations Manager and manage the M&E/ITS Tunnel Engineer. During design and construction, you will be the link between delivery teams, maintenance and operations, NZTA and emergency services.
You will plan asset stewardship, drive compliance and keep safety at the centre of every decision. Shape how one of New Zealand's most significant transport projects performs for Northland road users for the long term.
Key accountabilities:
- Lead the safe, compliant operation and maintenance of the tunnels
- Lead emergency preparedness and incident response with emergency services and NZTA
- Plan lifecycle, inspection and testing programs for tunnel assetsConnect design, construction, maintenance and operations teams through delivery
- Review designs and construction for budget, risk and constructability
- Manage budgets, forecasts, contract obligations, extensions of time and claims
- Develop the M&E/ITS Tunnel Engineer and build a safety-first team culture
Required Skills and Competencies
- Degree in Engineering (civil, electrical or mechanical), asset management, or equivalent experience, with proven leadership of tunnel or complex M&E/ITS operations
- Strong working knowledge of NZTA requirements and a track record delivering RAMS, TAMP/lifecycle planning, Safety File governance and BWoF/IQP coordination
- Demonstrated safety leadership, including incident response (CIMS) and investigations (ICAM)
- Commercial acumen, including budgeting, forecasting, contract governance and claims management
- Proven ability to build, coach and mentor high-performing teams
- Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with experience working alongside ATOC and emergency services, and confidence using AWM, GIS and digital tools to support decision-making
As a company that values diversity as a source of talent, we work to foster an inclusive environment that promotes respect, belonging and engagement so that all people can participate on an equal opportunity basis. We invite everyone to apply regardless of origin, circumstances, background or condition.
Applicants must be a New Zealand Resident/Citizen or hold appropriate work rights to work in New Zealand.
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