Undergraduate Asset Engineer

The Opportunity

Join the Western Harbour Tunnel (WHT) and Sydney Harbour Tunnel (SHT) Asset Management Services team as an Undergraduate Asset Engineer, based in North Sydney.

This is an exciting opportunity for an engineering student to gain practical, hands-on experience in the asset management of major road and tunnel infrastructure, while working alongside experienced engineering and operational teams.

In this role, you will support the implementation and continuous improvement of the Asset Management System, contributing to a range of activities including asset management strategies, asset data collection and validation, condition assessments, maintenance and inspection programs, asset performance monitoring, reporting and analysis, and Asset Information Management System (AIMS) implementation. This role will allow you to gain valuable exposure to the principles and practices of asset management, developing your technical and professional capabilities while contributing to the safe, reliable and efficient operation of critical transport infrastructure.

Key Accountabilities

1. Asset Management Strategy & Compliance

• Support the development, implementation and continuous improvement of Asset Management strategies, plans and processes to optimise asset reliability, availability, maintainability, safety and integrity.
• Assist in reviewing and updating Technical Maintenance Plans to ensure alignment with relevant legislation, Australian Standards, guidelines, policies, site requirements and contractual obligations.
• Participate in change management activities, ensuring proposed changes align with business objectives, operational requirements and regulatory obligations across multiple operational areas.
• Assist with the preparation and management of defect liability lodgements, claims and resolution processes, ensuring contractual obligations and deed requirements are met and stakeholder responsibilities are maintained.

2. Asset Performance Monitoring & Data Management

• Assist with the extraction, analysis and interpretation of maintenance and asset performance data to support informed decisions regarding asset renewal, refurbishment, disposal and preventative maintenance programs.
• Support the monitoring and reporting of asset condition and performance, providing insights to the Asset Manager and Maintenance Team and assisting with the development of appropriate rectification plans.
• Participate in asset condition assessments through site inspections, field observations and desktop evaluations.
• Assist with asset data collection, validation and integrity checks to maintain accurate, reliable and up-to-date asset and maintenance records.
• Support the identification and investigation of recurring asset failures and operational issues, contributing to engineering solutions through data analysis and Root Cause Analysis (RCA).

3. Operational & Maintenance Planning

• Assist in the development, review and implementation of asset management documentation, procedures and processes.
• Support the planning and coordination of maintenance and inspection activities in collaboration with operational and maintenance teams.
• Contribute to initiatives that improve maintenance efficiency, asset reliability and overall operational performance.

4. Reporting & Performance Insights

• Assist in the preparation of operational and asset management reports, presentations and performance summaries.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of Operations and Maintenance (O&M) monthly reports, maintenance performance reports and Key Performance Indicator (KPI) dashboards.
• Support the collection, analysis and presentation of asset condition, maintenance and performance data to identify trends, highlight emerging issues and inform decision-making.

5. Professional Development Project

• Develop and lead an individual project aligned with the Roads and Infrastructure contract, focused on the delivery and operational performance of the Sydney Harbour Tunnel and Western Harbour Tunnel.
• Identify an area of personal interest or an opportunity for improvement within the contract and develop a project that delivers practical value to the business.
• Engage with relevant stakeholders, take ownership of project delivery and present outcomes and recommendations to the wider team.

About You

You are an enthusiastic and motivated engineering student looking to apply your university knowledge in a practical infrastructure environment. You have a genuine interest in engineering, asset management and the operation and maintenance of critical infrastructure.

You will ideally have:

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate engineering degree or equivalent tertiary engineering qualification.
• A basic understanding of asset management principles and frameworks, particularly ISO 55000.
• Strong IT and computer skills, with confidence using Microsoft Office applications and working with data.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills, with an eagerness to learn and develop technical capabilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across different teams.
• A proactive attitude, attention to detail and willingness to take ownership of tasks and projects.

Desirable Experience

• Previous exposure to road, tunnel or major infrastructure projects.
• Previous experience or exposure to asset maintenance, construction or engineering activities.
• Familiarity with asset management systems, maintenance management systems or engineering data analysis tools.

About Ventia
As a leading services provider, we maintain, operate, and manage the essential infrastructure that makes modern life possible across Australia and New Zealand. With more than 35,000 employees and subcontractors across 400 sites, joining Ventia means becoming part of a team that values its people, supports career growth, and helps everyone go further towards their full potential.
   
Our commitment to Fairness, Inclusion and Respect shapes how we lead, collaborate, hire and support one another. We welcome applications from people of all ages, abilities and backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all genders, identities, sexual orientations, beliefs and caring responsibilities. We are dedicated to providing an accessible recruitment process and encourage you to request adjustments at any stage.   

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Position Reference Number: 169111