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.
Job Description
An 80-year group, COBRA promotes its own efficient business model, the result of the combination of decentralization, geographical diversification and technical specialization of more than 20,000 professionals in more than 43 countries. In this way, it offers a wide range of services throughout the value chain of projects, adapted to each sector and to the scope of the contract required by our clients, both public and private.
Cobra is divided into four main sectors of activity, Networks, Specialised installations, integrated projects and concession assets.
ACEREZ, a partnership of ACCIONA, COBRA and Endeavour Energy, has been appointed preferred network operator by EnergyCo to design, build, finance, operate and maintain the Central-West Orana Renewable Energy Zone (REZ) transmission line network. The ACCIONA COBRA Joint Venture (ACJV) is the design and construction contractor for ACEREZ.
The Central-West Orana Transmission Project will provide new high-capacity transmission lines, energy hubs and supporting infrastructure to transfer power generated by solar and wind projects to electricity consumers. The new infrastructure is expected to be operational by 2028 and will initially unlock up to 4.5 gigawatts of new network capacity.
Location
The successful candidate will be based in Sydney and work out of the Sydney project office. As the project progresses, you will be required to travel to site which is north of Mudgee in Merotherie. When Commissioning on site starts, it is assumed the Manager will be required on site full time. This could be on a 14/7 roster or 5/2.
About the role
This role will be managing the Project’s Commissioning activities, both through direct personnel and specialist subcontractors. This is a senior role and will report to one of the Directors.
Managing and leading project staff in all commissioning of substations, transmission lines, ancillary support buildings and all the new power technologies the Commissioning Manager will support the Construction Managers and Project Directors in ensuring the works are carried out in accordance with the Project Deed, Safety, agreed time, cost, quality and scope requirement.

The role requires a person with experience in the commissioning of projects of a similar character, size and complexity to the ACJV – Central West Orana Renewable Energy project.

• Demonstrated experience in delivering health, safety, quality and environmental objectives
• Assure all systems and components are designed, installed, tested and operated according to the operational requirements
• Ensure project testing and commissioning activities meet or better project WHS Targets
• Be leader and project champion of a safe workplace
• Ensure all suite activities and those of employees and subcontractors are carried out in accordance with National, State and Company Safety Policies and Procedures
• Liaise with and provide construction input to Environmental Team
• Ensure testing and commissioning activities and outcomes meet quality specifications
• Ensure testing and commissioning activities meet budget requirements by driving cost focus and adherence to cost control systems through project management
• Provide input to commercial team as to appropriate service providers
• Advise Commercial Manager of any potential claims so appropriate notices can be developed, and records kept
• Provide effective management and leadership of the commissioning site and commissioning site team to meet contractual requirements
• Provide technical planning, design support and reporting for all aspects of the project works commissioning

Required Skills and Competencies

• Demonstrated relevant experience in the commissioning of large-scale complex projects
• Tertiary Qualification relevant to the role
• Experience in providing effective hand back documentation
• Experienced within an Electrical construction-based project, including the commissioning of substations and Transmission lines
• Proven leadership in delivering health, safety, quality and environmental objectives
• Demonstrated ability to motivate/manage multi-disciplinary teams
• Strong communication and sound negotiation skills
• Sound legal, commercial and risk management knowledge

We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. If you believe you bring the capabilities to succeed in this role, we’d love to hear from you. We look forward to continuing to build our supportive workplace together.
Please note: This position is being delivered as part of a joint venture between two organisations. As such, your employment may be with either of the parent companies, and this will be confirmed during the recruitment process.
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Grupo Cobra:
https://www.grupocobra.com/en/privacy-policy/
Acciona:
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ACCIONA has been given the Top Employer 2022, 2023, 2024 & 2025 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 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.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and promote equality and diversity. Indigenous Australians and candidates from minority groups are encouraged to apply

• Demonstrated experience in delivering health, safety, quality and environmental objectives
• Assure all systems and components are designed, installed, tested and operated according to the operational requirements
• Ensure project testing and commissioning activities meet or better project WHS Targets
• Be leader and project champion of a safe workplace
• Ensure all suite activities and those of employees and subcontractors are carried out in accordance with National, State and Company Safety Policies and Procedures
• Liaise with and provide construction input to Environmental Team
• Ensure testing and commissioning activities and outcomes meet quality specifications
• Ensure testing and commissioning activities meet budget requirements by driving cost focus and adherence to cost control systems through project management
• Provide input to commercial team as to appropriate service providers
• Advise Commercial Manager of any potential claims so appropriate notices can be developed, and records kept
• Provide effective management and leadership of the commissioning site and commissioning site team to meet contractual requirements
• Provide technical planning, design support and reporting for all aspects of the project works commissionin