Senior Electrical Engineer - Building Services

GHD; Cairns Regional; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

GHD is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer (Building Services) to deliver diverse infrastructure projects across North Queensland. Based in Cairns, Mackay or Townsville with hybrid work, you will lead electrical design, documentation, and project management for buildings, water, transport, defence, mining and more.

You will mentor junior engineers, liaise with clients and authorities, prepare proposals and cost estimates, and ensure quality, safety and sustainability in every solution.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience as Electrical Engineer in Building Services
• RPEQ or equivalent registration (CPEng/RPEV)
• Strong knowledge of electrical standards, codes, regulations and renewable energy solutions
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, PowerCAD, AGi32/DIALux and MS Office
• Excellent written and verbal communication and leadership skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and liaise with authorities and stakeholders

Responsibilities

• Lead innovative electrical design for diverse building projects in North Queensland
• Collaborate with colleagues and clients to deliver sustainable, future-ready solutions
• Provide technical leadership and client liaison, preparing proposals, reports and cost estimates
• Drive project success from concept to completion, ensuring quality, safety and client satisfaction
• Mentor and inspire junior engineers to grow technical capability

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Client liaison

Project management

Mentoring

Education

RPEQ or equivalent (CPEng/RPEV)

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

PowerCAD

AGi32

DIALux

Microsoft Office

Job description

Senior Electrical Engineer - Building Services

CAIRNS, QUEENSLAND, Australia and 2 more (Hybride)

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 North Queensland and beyond. Based in Cairns, Mackay or Townsville, you'll provide 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 North Queensland 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.

Working with an energetic and high performing team, this position offers a variety of work and will see you:

• Lead innovative electrical design for diverse building projects that make a real difference in North Queensland'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.

What you will bring to the team:

• 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 recognised 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.

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.

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. Our Pledge to You
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 Who we are
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.

Job Info

• Job Identification 27060
• Job Category Engineering
• Posting Date 09/20/2026, 10:22 PM
• Apply Before 10/19/2026, 02:00 PM
• Locations 8th Floor, Cairns Corporate Tower, Cairns, Queensland, 4870, AU Level 1, Mackay, Queensland, 4740, AU 71 Stanley Street, Townsville, Queensland, 4810, AU (Hybride)