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Shut Down Planner

Alice Springs, AUS; Alice Springs; Alice Springs,; Australia
Full Time On-site

Summary

Job Description

Job Description

The Shutdown Planner is an identified individual allocated to manage the planning, coordination and execution of facilities shutdown/configuration change activities in support of planned maintenance and/or construction project works at JDFPG.

The Shutdown Planner is responsible for the development of deliberate and controlled solutions to facilitate transitions between standard and non-standard facility critical infrastructure configuration. As part of this responsibility, the Shutdown Planner coordinates the creation of impact assessments, interpretation of relevant stakeholder comments, assisting the communication of technical impacts, drafting and review of configuration change procedures and associated documentation. During the execution phase of the configuration change, the Shutdown Planner is responsible for the overall management and coordination between identified stakeholders throughout the process, inclusive of conducting HV switching operations as required (training provided.)

This position plays an integral role within a diverse and complex work environment and is a key advisor of the Project, O&M and customer teams across the Program Site.

_Applicants must be an USA citizen who have a TS/SCI or Australian Citizen who can obtain the appropriate level of security clearance._

Responsibilities/Duties

  • Lead the development, review and update of configuration and procedural documentation.
  • Plan, coordinate, and administer tasks in support of critical infrastructure configuration change
  • Prepare, develop, update and manage documentation relevant to facility standard configuration
  • Review and provide technical advice on proposed changes to facility infrastructure and systems, from general concepts through to detailed IFC designs.
  • Support stakeholder engagement, communication and requirement definition
  • Develop and implement change management practices for critical infrastructure
  • Support the integration, coordination, compilation and communication of technical information, recommendations and advice relevant to facility infrastructure, systems and equipment
  • Provide technical recommendations, input, direction and advice on facilities system, infrastructure and equipment reliability, operation, maintenance and life-cycle management
  • Ensure compliance with all site environmental health and safety requirements
  • Any other reasonable duties as requested.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Essential

  • Certificate IV, Electrical / HVAC Trades Certificate or equivalent

Desirable

  • Project Management Qualifications
  • Post Graduate Qualifications
  • Field: Any relevant or related discipline

TICKETS AND LICENCES

Minimum Essential

  • Driver’s License

Desirable

  • CPR
  • Australian White Card
  • First Aid

EXPERIENCE – Minimum Essential

Desirable

  • Ability to interpret technical drawings/schematics and information
  • Sound Interpersonal and communications skills
  • Current Knowledge of: Power generation and distribution; Load management; Data center power systems
  • Configuration management
  • Building management and control systems
  • Facilities operation and maintenance
  • HVAC
  • Project management
  • Leadership and management

WORK ENVIRONMENT, PHYSICAL DEMANDS, AND MENTAL DEMANDS

Ability to lift up to 10 kg independently.

SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENT

It is a condition of employment at JDFPG that employees obtain and retain the appropriate level of security clearance and medical clearance applicable to each role. The employee will/may require a TSPV Department of Defense Security Clearance (Australian) or TS/SCI (U.S.) clearance.

STATEMENT OF WORK REQUIREMENTS

All personnel assigned to work shall be:

At least 18 years of age.

Able to fluently read, write and speak English

EHS REQUIREMENT

All OASIS personnel are responsible for understanding and complying with all site environmental, health and safety requirements. While OASIS is responsible for providing a safe workplace and is responsible for ensuring compliance with requirements of the JDFPG Handbook, each person is responsible for:

  • Completing work task in a safe manner
  • Reporting any unsafe acts or conditions to their supervisor and/or OASIS PMO/EHS Manager
  • Continuous adherence to the environmental, health and safety procedures outlined in the JDFPG Handbook during the performance of their work
  • Red-Carding a Job - Employee right and responsibility to “STOP WORK” if a job is unsafe or possess a danger to the environment

QUALITY REQUIREMENT

Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone to our goal of customer satisfaction. It is our policy to consistently provide services that meet customer expectations. Accordingly, each employee must conform to the OASIS Quality Program and carry out job activities in compliance with the Quality System documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understand their Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities.

PROCEDURE COMPLIANCE

Each employee must read, understand and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures and policies pertaining to their job

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters (https://postings.govdocs.com/#/vxSkbztPuAwwxfs) .

About Amentum

Amentum

Amentum is one of the largest government services and engineering companies supporting the U.S. military, intelligence community, and federal agencies. Headquartered in Virginia with more than 50,000 employees worldwide, Amentum delivers mission-critical support across defense, cybersecurity, engineering, logistics, intelligence, aviation, nuclear, and space operations. The company plays a major role in helping government agencies solve complex national security and infrastructure challenges.

For job seekers, Amentum offers a wide variety of career opportunities across engineering, cybersecurity, intelligence, logistics, IT, aviation maintenance, program management, and cleared government support roles. The company is especially attractive to veterans, transitioning military personnel, and security-cleared professionals looking to continue supporting national security missions while building long-term career stability. Amentum also has a strong reputation for career mobility, education support, and mission-focused work across hundreds of federal programs.

Unlike many companies focused on a single niche, Amentum supports a broad range of high-impact missions—from military readiness and intelligence operations to NASA programs, cyber modernization, and critical infrastructure support. Employees often work on programs that directly support the Department of Defense, intelligence agencies, and federal civilian missions, creating opportunities to build diverse experience while contributing to meaningful national security outcomes.

As government investment continues to grow in cyber, space, engineering, and mission modernization, Amentum remains one of the strongest employers in the government contracting sector. For professionals seeking a stable, mission-driven career with opportunities for advancement, technical growth, and meaningful impact, Amentum continues to stand out as a top employer in defense and federal services.

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