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That's what sets us apart: deep expertise, proven capability and a genuine commitment to creating better outcomes for people along the way.\nWith expertise spanning engineering, construction and operations, we're delivering the projects and services that keep communities moving. From rail, roads and bridges to hospitals and stadiums, we've helped shape Australia through iconic projects. You'll even see us operating buses, trains and trams.\nBe part of a team that's up for the challenge of transforming lives.\nAbout the opportunity:\nJohn Holland in partnership with McConnell Dowell (Joint Venture) are delivering the Kidston Pumped Storage Hydro Project in Far North Queensland. This is an innovative project that involves the world-first conversion of a disused gold mine into a pumped storage hydroelectric power generation facility in far-north Queensland (270km North West of Townsville).\nThe project will see the conversion of two existing mine pits into reservoirs, involving the construction of significant underground infrastructure including a large powerhouse cavern and waterway shafts and tunnels to allow the transfer of water between upper and lower reservoirs to generate power during peak periods and return water back to the upper reservoir during off peak periods.\nThis project received funding from ARENA as part of ARENA's Advancing Renewables Program and is a gamechanger for the clean energy industry worldwide as it is an entirely new approach to large-scale energy storage.\nThis is a FIFO position and will be on a 2:1 roster.\nWe are seeking a skilled and motivated Electrical Engineer to support the development, design and commissioning of electrical systems for both OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) and BoP (Balance of Plant) equipment on KPSH. 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This is an innovative project that involves the world-first conversion of a disused gold mine into a pumped storage hydroelectric power generation facility in far-north Queensland (270km North West of Townsville).\nThe project will see the conversion of two existing mine pits into reservoirs, involving the construction of significant underground infrastructure including a large powerhouse cavern and waterway shafts and tunnels to allow the transfer of water between upper and lower reservoirs to generate power during peak periods and return water back to the upper reservoir during off peak periods.\nThis project received funding from ARENA as part of ARENA's Advancing Renewables Program and is a gamechanger for the clean energy industry worldwide as it is an entirely new approach to large-scale energy storage.\nThis is a FIFO position and will be on a 2:1 roster.\nWe are seeking a skilled and motivated Electrical Engineer to support the development, design and commissioning of electrical systems for both OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) and BoP (Balance of Plant) equipment on KPSH. The successful candidate will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing electrical commissioning activities to ensure all systems are tested, verified, and fully operational in accordance with design, safety, and regulatory requirements.\nWhat you will do:\nAssist with the execution of electrical pre-commissioning and commissioning activities across OEM and Balance of Plant (BoP) systems.\nSupport the inspection, testing and verification of electrical systems to ensure compliance with project specifications, quality requirements and design intent.\nReview electrical drawings, schematics, single-line diagrams and technical documentation to support construction completion and commissioning activities.\nCoordinate daily site activities with construction teams, commissioning personnel, subcontractors and OEM representatives.\nSupport loop checks, point-to-point testing, functional testing and energisation activities.\nMonitor construction completions and assist with the 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