Director, Hydraulic Engineering — Building Services Leader

Shaw Talent; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 220,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Shaw Talent partners with a Tier 2 design engineering consultancy in Melbourne to appoint a Director – Hydraulic Engineering (Building Services). You will lead a Melbourne-based team on Tier 1 and Tier 2 projects across commercial, health, education, childcare, industrial, heritage, and government sectors, shaping strategy, quality, and client relationships.

This role offers autonomy, executive visibility, and growth opportunities under an engaged leadership team, with a strong client base and

Qualifications

• 12+ years’ experience in hydraulic engineering within building services, in a consulting environment.
• Chartered Engineer (CPEng or equivalent).
• Proven leadership with track record of developing high-performing teams.
• Comfortable engaging at executive level with clients, partners, and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and inspire a Melbourne-based team of hydraulic engineers delivering complex Tier 1 and Tier 2 projects across sectors.
• Champion technical quality, innovation, and performance across the group.
• Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, fire, and sustainability disciplines to deliver integrated building services solutions.
• Strengthen and grow client partnerships, leveraging your network to identify and convert strategic opportunities.
• Play a leading role in high-value bids, pursuits, and long-term framework agreements.
• Shape project strategies from concept to delivery, ensuring excellence at every stage.
• Represent the business externally through industry engagement, events, and thought leadership.

Job description

Shaw Talent partners with a Tier 2 design engineering consultancy in Melbourne to appoint a Director – Hydraulic Engineering (Building Services). You will lead a Melbourne-based team on Tier 1 and Tier 2 projects across commercial, health, education, childcare, industrial, heritage, and government sectors, shaping strategy, quality, and client relationships.

This role offers autonomy, executive visibility, and growth opportunities under an engaged leadership team, with a strong client base and