Senior Electrical Engineer Building Services

Help us build the future and well help you build a rewarding and purposeful career.

Our global network is made up of architects designers planners engineers and environmental scientists all working towards the same goal.

Join a team that brings inspirational architecture landscapes townscapes and places to our world and well provide you unlimited space to grow.

Who are we looking for
Were seeking an enthusiastic and results-driven Senior Electrical Engineer (Building Services) to deliver impactful projects across Northern Australia and beyond. Youll ideally be based in Cairns Darwin or Mackay but we also welcome strong applications from other Northern Australia locations.

In this role youll work closely with our Team Leader Building Services providing technical expertise design documentation and project management for a diverse range of infrastructure buildings water transport defence mining and other projects. Youll thrive in a motivated multi-disciplinary team that values collaboration and innovation.

Beyond your professional growth youll enjoy the unique lifestyle Northern Australia offers--breathtaking landscapes year-round warm weather and endless opportunities for outdoor adventure. With a lower cost of living and a welcoming community youll have the freedom to advance your career while enjoying a balanced fulfilling life.

Working with an energetic and high performing team this position offers a variety of work and will see you:

• Lead innovative electrical design for diverse building projects that make a real difference in Northern Australias communities.
• Collaborate with passionate colleagues and clients to deliver sustainable future-ready solutions.
• Provide technical leadership and client liaison acting as a trusted advisor and preparing proposals reports and cost estimates.
• Drive project success from concept to completion ensuring quality safety and client satisfaction.
• Mentor and inspire junior engineers helping shape the next generation of technical leaders.

What you will bring to the team:

• At least 6 years experience as an Electrical Engineer in the Building Services environment and ideally with a consultancy background.
• Be a Registered Professional Engineer in Queensland (RPEQ) or have a mutually recognised registration e.g. (CPEng RPEV).
• Deep knowledge of electrical standards codes regulations and renewable energy solutions with proficiency in industry software (AutoCAD Revit PowerCAD AGi32/DIALux Microsoft Office).
• Expertise in technical report writing fee proposals cost reporting and stakeholder liaison including local authorities and utilities.
• Strong communication and technical leadership skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and collaborate in multidisciplinary teams.
• Outstanding client service skills with a genuine enthusiasm for building relationships and driving business growth by delivering exceptional support and solutions to our clients.

This permanent role available on a full-time or part-time basis provides the successful candidate with excellent career development opportunities in a supportive and inclusive environment.

Important Notice: Office Shutdown Period
Please be aware that our office will be closed from Thursday 25th December 2025 to Friday 9th January 2026. We will reopen on Monday 12th January 2026. During this period there will be delays in processing applications and responding to enquiries. We appreciate your understanding and patience.

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GHD is an equal opportunity employer and we want everyone to be able to fully participate in our recruitment process. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people of all identities.

GHD embraces a range of flexible work practices to create a work environment focused on well-being flexibility and productivity where our people can thrive.
We respectfully ask that no agency resumes be presented at this stage.

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