Senior Building Services Lead: Fire, Hvac & Security

Enemix; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Enemix is seeking a Senior Engineer for Building Services in Adelaide. The role focuses on delivering high‑quality engineering solutions for fire systems, security, HVAC, and lighting & power with hands‑on collaboration at the office and manufacturing facilities, including on‑site work in Lonsdale.

You will interact with designers, trades, and technical teams to drive successful outcomes across Defence, mining, data centre, and substation projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or related fields).
• Proven experience in building services with two or more focus areas (fire systems, security, HVAC, light & power).
• Strong understanding of NCC and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and direct projects with engineering leadership.
• Design and oversee implementations for fire, security, HVAC, and power systems.
• Act as compliance authority and ensure NCC adherence.
• Mentor designers and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Engage with clients in Defence, mining, data centres, and substations.
• Coordinate with manufacturing for quality‑driven delivery.
• Maintain safety and quality standards across projects.

Skills

Lead projects

Building services

Fire systems

Security

HVAC

Lighting & power

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

Job Description 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.

Job Description 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