Senior O&M Engineer (Water infrastructure)

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 65000 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.

ACCIONA Agua is a global leader in sustainable water solutions specialising in the design construction and operation of water treatment and desalination plants. We are committed to innovation environmental stewardship and delivering high-performance infrastructure that supports communities and ecosystems.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a highly experiencedOperations & Maintenance Engineerto lead the operational management and technical development of our water treatment and desalination projects. This role is pivotal in ensuring the reliability efficiency and sustainability of our facilities.

This pivotal role will oversee Operations & Maintenance (O&M) activities across multiple contracts in the region ensuring optimal performance and long-term sustainability of our facilities. The successful candidate will also play a key role in supporting the development of future tenders and expanding our presence in the area.

Key responsibilities include driving operational excellence maintaining compliance with safety and environmental standards and ensuring the reliability and efficiency of all managed assets.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day O&M activities across water treatment and desalination assets

• Develop and implement preventive and corrective maintenance strategies

• Monitor plant performance and optimise operational efficiency

• Lead technical investigations and implement solutions for process improvement

• Ensure compliance with safety environmental and regulatory standards

• Support tender processes and transition projects into delivery

• Supervise engineering development including digital design environments

• Prepare technical reports and engage with internal and external stakeholders

• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to team development

Qualifications & Skills

• Degree in Civil Chemical Mechanical Electrical or related engineering discipline

• Extensive experience in process design and operational management of water treatment and desalination projects

• Proven leadership in supporting tenders and transitioning into project delivery

• Strong capabilities in supervising engineering development including digital design environments

• Excellent communication skills with proficiency in technical report writing and stakeholder engagement

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in dynamic project environments

• Willingness to travel interstate and internationally as required

• Spanish language skills are advantageous

Why ACCIONA Agua

• Be part of a global leader in sustainable infrastructure

• Work on impactful projects that protect and enhance water resources

• Enjoy a collaborative and inclusive work culture

• Competitive salary benefits and career development opportunities