Senior Electrical Engineer Building Services

GHD; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work practices

Career development opportunities

Supportive and inclusive environment

Job summary

A global engineering firm is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer (Building Services) to deliver impactful projects in Northern Australia. This role requires at least 6 years of experience and proficiency in industry software. You will lead innovative designs, mentor junior engineers, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team. Enjoy a rewarding career in a vibrant location with excellent lifestyle opportunities.

Qualifications

• Providing technical expertise, design, and project management for diverse projects.
• Deep knowledge of electrical standards and renewable energy solutions.
• Expertise in technical report writing and fee proposals.

Responsibilities

• Lead innovative electrical design for building projects.
• Provide technical leadership and client liaison.
• Mentor and inspire junior engineers.

Skills

Electrical standards knowledge

Technical leadership

Client service skills

Stakeholder liaison

Communication skills

Education

Registered Professional Engineer in Queensland (RPEQ)

6+ years' experience in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

PowerCAD

AGi32/DIALux

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

Help us build the future and we'll 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 we'll provide you unlimited space to grow.

Who are we looking for?

We're seeking an enthusiastic and results-driven Senior Electrical Engineer (Building Services), to deliver impactful projects across Northern Australia and beyond. You'll ideally be based in Cairns, Darwin, or Mackay, but we also welcome strong applications from other Northern Australia locations.

In this role, you'll 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. You'll thrive in a motivated, multi-disciplinary team that values collaboration and innovation.

Beyond your professional growth, you'll 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, you'll have the freedom to advance your career while enjoying a balanced, fulfilling life.

Responsibilities

• Lead innovative electrical design for diverse building projects that make a real difference in Northern Australia's 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.

Qualifications

• 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 recognized 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 Closure

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.

Employer

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.

About Us

Come together and make a meaningful impact. We bring our people together to create something bigger and solve some of the world's most complex problems. Come and experience the power of commitment and see strategy and ideas come to life when you join GHD.

Let’s drive real change. At GHD, we don’t just believe in the power of commitment, we live and breathe it every day. That’s why we pledge to empower our people to make a positive impact. Combining our deep technical expertise with the capabilities of our clients and partners, we respond to some of the most complex challenges facing our planet today.

See where your commitment could take you. That’s the #PowerOfCommitment.

GHD is a global professional services company that leads through engineering, architecture, and construction expertise. We are an employee-owned company with over 11,000 diverse and skilled individuals, across more than 200 offices spanning five continents.

The Power of Commitment is our brand promise. It’s what makes us different. We are bound to our stated vision and determination to address humanity’s most urgent needs: to make water, energy and urbanisation sustainable for generations to come.