Operational Analyst

About Zinfra:

Zinfra is a leading infrastructure services provider committed to delivering exceptional solutions in the energy, utilities, and infrastructure sectors. We pride ourselves on our innovative approach, technical expertise, and dedication to safety, quality, and sustainability. Our over 2000 team members across the East Coast, consistently strive to exceed our client’s expectations and make a difference in the communities we serve.

The Zinfra Projects and Infrastructure business is the trusted partner to deliver construction projects in Transmission Lines, Substations (Green and Brown field), Renewable energy storage and Green Gas infrastructure. 

About the role: 

We’re seeking to engage a new Operational Analyst who will be tasked with developing the tools, mechanisms and provides the necessary reports and dashboards to manage the plan of Gas Services Portfolio of work. The role coordinates the monthly forecast for the Gas Services Portfolio of work, monitors the variance against the baseline and provides detailed variance analysis and identifies potential risk scenarios. Additionally, the role supports the development of annual works program to guarantee the reliability and functionality of existing and new assets within the gas network

Your responsibilities will include but not be limited to:

• Planning and overseeing the development and approval of the annual works program for projects related to the construction and operation of gas distribution and transmission networks.
• Designing tools and mechanisms for planning development activities for labour, materials, and contractors, utilizing parameters such as Work Breakdown Structure (WBS), activity, and region, ensuring alignment with Jemena's project management methodology, construction, and operational specifications and standards.
• Conducting site visits to assess and identifying potential risks to budget control and safety, proposing and implementing mitigation strategies to minimize impacts and ensure cost-effectiveness in site labour management and material delivery.
• Analyzing scope of work to accurately estimate costs, preparing detailed cost plans and estimates in alignment with Zinfra engineering requirements and Australian standards/specifications (e.g., AS2885, AS4041, AS4645) to support budgetary control efforts.
• Coordinating planning baselines, and changing management for the Portfolio of Work, quantifying the financial impact of project delivery strategy changes to ensure alignment with budget constraints and negotiating cost-effective adjustments for project feasibility.
• Analyzing the impact of changing population demographics and forecasted gas demand on operational and maintenance requirements, considering the transition to renewable gases.
• Evaluating volume and unit rate cost changes, incorporating factors such as infrastructure investment, operational efficiency, and the integration of renewable energy sources into the gas network..
• Actively contributing to supporting the development and implementation of delivery strategies, with a primary focus on maintaining reliability and safety within the gas network and pipelines, ensuring optimal functionality of their assets throughout their service life. This involves developing and strengthening relationships with asset management, monitoring budgetary control and resource management aspects to ensure the successful execution of preventative maintenance, corrective maintenance, and urgent response programs. 

About you: 

To be selected for interview your resume needs to highlight a tertiary qualification in Engineering and or Project Management along side experience working in utilities or industrial engineering projects.

Please ensure you give details on:

• Experience managing and planning for routine construction and/or operational programs and projects which involve detailed stakeholder negotiations to ensure that projects occur on time and within budget.
• Developing and managing systems and tools that provide clear visibility of demand and supply status
• Experience of implementing and/or continually improving operational process and systems

Recruitment Process: 

During our recruitment process, you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks including pre-employment medical, reference checks and a national police check. 

Zinfra is a champion of equal opportunity employment and has committed to targets for gender equity and first nations representation in our workforce. We want you to come as you are by promoting an inclusive culture, both within our organisation and throughout the communities we interact with.

We welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds including First Nations Peoples, people with differing abilities, LGBTIQ+ community, gender, neurodiverse, cultural diversity, all age groups, and those with an intersectional or multiple diverse characteristics.

Our people are our energy source and we offer meaningful benefits and rewards that work for you. This high profile role offers the opportunity for potential long term career growth as part of our talent development and succession planning process.

Join our team and make a meaningful impact toward Australia’s “Net Zero” targets through the delivery of critical infrastructure projects and be a part of Zinfra's journey to shape the future of the energy and utilities industry.

Notice to Third Parties: Zinfra does not accept unsolicited resumes (or liability associated with fees or costs) from recruitment agencies, search firms or third parties. Interested candidates are welcome to submit their application independently. 

Any questions? Reach out! Jack.betton@jemena.com.au