• People-centric culture
• Great career prospects 
• Long term iconic project

About Laing O’Rourke

Laing O’Rourke is a $6 billion international operation with 70 years of involvement in Australian construction and infrastructure, including nearly two decades under the Laing O’Rourke banner. The business delivers projects as diverse as the environments in which they are built, from high security military bases and major rail transport infrastructure projects, through to landmark buildings at the transport interface. Laing O’Rourke owns Australia’s fourth largest plant and equipment hire company called Select Plant Australia. We know the right culture combined with purposeful technology will help us meet demand and deliver certainty for our clients. That’s the #powerofexperience.

About the opportunity

The Victorian Government is upgrading the Eastern Freeway with new express lanes, new traffic management technology and Melbourne’s first dedicated busway. These changes will slash travel times and improve public transport in Melbourne’s east.

Laing O’Rourke is part of the Eastern Freeway – Burke to Tram Alliance with Major Road Projects Victoria, Symal, Arcadis and WSP. Our scope of work includes a new interchange connecting the Eastern Freeway to the North East Link tunnels, major road and bridge upgrades between Burke Road and Tram Road, smart traffic management technology upgrades and new noise protection to meet Victoria’s toughest traffic noise standards. The local community will also benefit from new and upgraded walking and cycling connections, upgrades to Koonung Creek Reserve and revitalised wetlands and open spaces.

About the role

We are currently seeking a Plant Assessor to join us on the Eastern Freeway Burke to Tram Alliance. We have a strong pipeline with many opportunities for career progression right here in Victoria.

Key responsibilities

• Inspection of plant and equipment against the LORA Primary Standards, Legislative requirements and project specific requirements
• Gather supporting information as per the Plant mobilisation documents and upload into the System and provide reports as required.
• Conduct regular compliance checks to ensure Suppliers and project teams are notified of any upcoming inspection expiry dates.
• Provide reports and data on Plant Safety & Environmental Management and issues.
• Up-skill the site team in plant management and plant assessment through hands on and theoretical training.
• Assist the project with Management of Breakdowns & Maintenance requirement for plant & equipment.
• Ensure fuel utilisation is tracked and recorded against each asset.

About

• Trade qualifications – Mechanical (Diesel Fitter or Heavy Vehicle Mechanic)
• Demonstrated track record in managing the maintenance of fleets, plants, and equipment, along with robust skills in scheduling and strategic planning.
• Experience in preventative maintenance, electrical and mechanical fault. diagnostics, and repairs of Civil/Mining Earthmoving Equipment.
• Ability to effectively communicate information to internal and external stakeholders
• Able to engage in proactive behaviour and exercise initiative, managing time and multiple plant at once. 
• Detail-oriented and self-motivated professional with a proven track record of meeting deadlines
• A demonstrable understanding of safe working practices as they relate to the type of work to be performed.

Benefits

We work hard to create an environment that brings out the best in our people. We believe in building careers through providing a safe, connected and innovative culture that supports ongoing growth and development. We offer industry-leading benefits such as specialised learning and development programs, a mental health and wellbeing program, industry leading paid parental leave policy, family friendly work practices, additional purchased leave option and coaching programs for staff on parental leave.

Diversity & Inclusion

We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diverse society in which we live and work. We recognise the increasing importance of flexible work arrangements and family friendly work practices to enable and maintain a diverse, adaptive and high performing workforce. Laing O’Rourke is proud to hold the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) Citation - Employer of Choice for Gender Equality.

Laing O'Rourke actively supports a diverse workforce and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. Download our Stretch Reconciliation Action Plan at https://www.laingorourke.com/company/diversity-and-inclusion

Applications from recruitment agencies will not be considered.