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

• Personalised career progression plans to help you achieve your goals
• Join a business with an excellent safety record as well as robust systems and process’s
• Competitive salary in line with experience + Acciona Bonus Incentive Scheme

The Change & Risk Management Officer is responsible in supporting the Change and Risk team in managing changes and risk on for a Water Desalination Plant awarded on based on Alliance contracting method. This role involves managing stakeholder relationships, maintaining compliance with Change and Risk Management Plan, identifying changes at post contract stage, preparing head contract claims, managing risk contingency.
The Project
The project includes the design, construction, operation and maintenance of the plant with first production in 2028. Works include marine works and tunnels, seawater intake system, a seawater reverse osmosis desalination plant, groundwater system, drinking water storage and pump system, supported by civil, electrical and bulk earthworks.

Key accountabilities for the position:

• Assess and manage project changes impacting time, cost, and scope, including both client-initiated and internal changes.
• Prepare and support contract claims, especially for client-driven changes and cost-plus arrangements, using project accounting data.
• Ensure change requests are processed, approved, and communicated effectively to all relevant stakeholders.
• Deliver tailored training to site teams on the project-specific change management process.
• Identify, assess, and monitor risks and opportunities, aligning them with change management strategies.
• Engage stakeholders and report on risks, ensuring compliance through audits and providing actionable insights to senior management.

Required Skills and Competencies

• 2+ years of experience.
• Read and interpret plans and specification.
• Basic measurement using software (BlueBeam software).
• Cost estimating (ability to do first principle pricing is an advantage).
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Attention to details, accuracy and able to critically think through claim issues.
• Ability to handle competing priorities and can multitask.

What we offer
At ACCIONA, we offer a dynamic and challenging work environment 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 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

Please refer the Job description for details