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Senior Engineer - Building Services

Adelaide
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Posted 20 Oct 2026

About the Role

Senior Engineer, Building Services

About the Role

We are partnering with a top-tier EPC company specializing in Renewable Energy and Transmission & Distribution (T&D) to identify a skilled Senior Engineer for Building Services

. This is a key leadership opportunity within a growing organization, focusing on high-quality engineering solutions for fire systems, security, HVAC, and light & power.

The role is Adelaide-based, requiring hands-on collaboration at the office and manufacturing facilities. It involves close interaction with designers, trades, and technical teams to deliver outstanding solutions.

If you're looking to play a pivotal role in diverse and challenging projects across the Defence, mining, data centre, and substation sectors, this role is for you.

Your Responsibilities

  • Lead and Direct Projects: Provide visionary engineering leadership across building services projects.
  • Detailed Design Expertise: Design and oversee implementations across key systems like fire systems, security, HVAC, and light & power.
  • Compliance Authority: Ensure all designs adhere to the National Construction Code (NCC) and other relevant standards, while also signing off engineering outputs as the compliance authority.
  • Team Collaboration and Mentorship: Collaborate with experienced designers and technical professionals, fostering talent and sharing knowledge.
  • Client Interaction: Build sound working relationships with clients in industries such as Defence, mining, T&D substations, and data centres to tailor effective solutions.
  • Seamless Execution: Partner with manufacturing teams to ensure efficient and quality-driven implementation of designs.
  • Uphold Safety & Quality Standards: Maintain top-tier engineering accuracy and safety protocols.

What We're Looking For

  • Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or related fields).
  • Expertise: Proven experience in building services engineering, with deep proficiency in at least two areas: fire systems, security, HVAC, light & power.
  • Compliance Knowledge: Strong understanding of the NCC and other regulatory standards.
  • Leadership Acumen: Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and communicate effectively within diverse teams.
  • Professional Credentials: Professional Engineering registration or equivalent qualification (preferred).
  • Sector Experience: Exposure to projects in the Defence, substations, mining (control rooms), and/or data centre sectors (highly regarded).

What Your Day Looks Like

  • Collaborate with design teams to craft and revise engineering solutions to achieve project goals.
  • Review designs to ensure compliance and provide approvals as a technical authority.
  • Provide guidance and mentorship, fostering excellence within the team.
  • Engage directly with clients to align solutions with their requirements.
  • Work on-site in Lonsdale to oversee implementations and ensure seamless delivery.
  • Partner with project managers to deliver projects on time and within budget.

The Offer

  • Compensation: $150,000 - $170,000 base + superannuation + overtime opportunities.
  • Flexibility: Hybrid working arrangements based on outcomes and manager discretion.
  • Relocation Assistance: Support for candidates seeking to move to Adelaide.
  • Career Growth: Opportunity to work on transformative projects across multiple industries with professional development prospects.
  • A Collaborative Team: Join a supportive environment that values teamwork, innovation, and leadership.

Take the Next Step

Are you looking to lead, innovate, and elevate your career in building services engineering? Does working on cutting-edge projects within a recognized EPC organization excite you?

We encourage you to apply now!

Your path to engineering leadership starts here.

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