Building Services Engineer

BAI Communications; North Sydney Council; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

BAI Communications is seeking a Building Services Engineer to lead design, review and delivery of HVAC, fire services and building infrastructure across its national network. You will work with project managers and field teams to ensure safe, compliant and reliable solutions for critical facilities.

The role requires hands-on design, commissioning and risk assessment, with collaboration across contractors and stakeholders to maintain uptime and support evolving infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical, Building Services or Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• Experience delivering commercial building services projects in mission-critical environments.
• Know ledge of NCC and Australian Standards for HVAC and fire services.
• Hands-on with HVAC design, upgrades, commissioning and optimization.
• Experience with fire detection, suppression and related systems.
• Ability to read specifications and drawings.
• Experience supporting site commissioning and acceptance activities.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD and building performance modelling tools.

Responsibilities

• Design, specify and review HVAC, fire services and building services for critical facilities.
• Provide engineering support from concept to commissioning and handover.
• Deliver HVAC upgrades, retrofits and capacity planning.
• Lead commissioning, testing and acceptance per BAI standards.
• Ensure fire systems meet statutory and Australian Standards.
• Contribute to maintenance, asset lifecycle and infrastructure programs.
• Provide technical guidance to field teams during fault response.
• Assess technical risks across network building services.

Skills

HVAC design

Fire services

Building services

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical / Building Services / Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Building performance modelling tools

Job description

Drive building services projects across a national critical infrastructure network, supporting the systems that keep Australia connected.

WHY BAI COMMUNICATIONS

It's an exciting time to be part of BAI Communications. Building on our achievements in broadcasting, telecommunications and critical communications, we continue to expand our operations, helping connect people and support communities.

We operate one of the world's most extensive broadcast networks, delivering fully managed television and radio services to 99% of the Australian population. During crises such as natural disasters, national broadcasters depend on BAI to maintain vital communications, while emergency services trust us to keep them connected and informed.

As 5G technology transforms connectivity, BAI is leveraging global experience to enable comprehensive coverage in challenging environments- buildings, tunnels, stadiums, and high-density areas. This expertise positions us at the forefront of intelligent, connected infrastructure development across Australia.

Our acquisition of Titan ICT has strengthened our mission-critical capabilities, adding deep expertise in mining, resources, and energy industries. This expansion enables us to deploy robust solutions across Australia's most demanding operational environments.

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LET'S EXPLORE THE ROLE

As a Building Services Engineer, you'll play a key role in the management and delivery of building services infrastructure projects across BAI's national network. Working within the Power & Buildings team, you'll provide specialist engineering expertise across HVAC, fire services, building fabric and associated infrastructure that supports critical broadcast and communications facilities.

You'll collaborate closely with project managers, field services teams and engineering specialists to deliver safe, compliant and reliable solutions that minimise disruption to essential services while supporting the ongoing evolution of BAI's infrastructure footprint.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, specify and review HVAC, fire services and building services infrastructure for critical facilities
• Provide engineering support throughout the project lifecycle, from concept through to commissioning and handover
• Deliver HVAC upgrades, retrofits and capacity planning initiatives to support operational requirements
• Lead commissioning, testing and acceptance activities in accordance with BAI standards
• Ensure fire detection and alarm systems meet statutory and Australian Standards requirements
• Contribute to strategic maintenance, asset lifecycle and infrastructure improvement programs
• Provide technical guidance and support to field services teams during fault response and remediation activities
• Assess and manage technical risks associated with building services assets across the network
• Engage with contractors, consultants, suppliers and internal stakeholders to achieve project outcomes
• Stay current with emerging technologies, industry trends and regulatory requirements

LET'S HEAR ABOUT YOU

You are a collaborative engineer who enjoys solving complex technical challenges and delivering practical outcomes in operationally critical environments. You combine strong engineering fundamentals with a proactive approach to stakeholder engagement and continuous improvement.

Technical Skills & Experience

• Degree qualifications in Mechanical, Building Services or Electrical Engineering, or an equivalent recognised qualification
• Demonstrated experience delivering commercial building services projects, particularly within mission-critical, broadcast, utilities, data centre or similar environments
• Strong knowledge of the National Construction Code (NCC) and relevant Australian Standards relating to HVAC and fire services
• Hands-on experience with HVAC systems, including design reviews, upgrades, commissioning and performance optimisation
• Exposure to fire detection, suppression and related building systems infrastructure
• Ability to interpret technical documentation, specifications and engineering drawings
• Experience supporting site commissioning, testing and acceptance activities
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, with exposure to building performance modelling tools viewed favourably
• Confidence providing technical advice to operational teams, contractors and project stakeholders
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and communicatio...