Technical Director Or Senior Engineer - Substations Primary

Technical Director or Senior Engineer – Substations Primary Our world demands low‑carbon energy solutions to achieve a Net Zero future. As Victoria transitions to renewable alternatives, you can play a key role in accelerating the state’s net‑zero emissions target by 2045.

We’ll support you every step of the way as you join us in finding sustainable energy solutions to make a positive impact for generations.

Who we’re looking for We are seeking a well‑established

Technical Director

or

Senior Engineer

for

Substations Primary

to join our high‑performing, collaborative, and enthusiastic team in Victoria. You will be responsible for technical and commercial outcomes on local and national power projects and play a key role in developing our people in line with GHD’s values and purpose.

Responsibilities

Transformative projects that will shape the Victorian electricity transmission system for generations to come

Project and design management and leadership

Substation design for power utility projects including creation of engineering reports, documentation, and drawing packages

QA of substation design and engineering, with oversight of design team including engineers and drafters

Leading the preparation of proposals and bids for projects

Establish and maintain effective relationships with clients, including business development

Training and investing in the development of team members

Collaborating with colleagues across the business (nationally and globally) to manage project resourcing, development, and delivery

Support strategic initiatives on developing and growing GHD’s Future Energy program, with dedicated attention to substation opportunities in Victoria and across Australia

Qualifications

Minimum Bachelor degree in Engineering (RPEV required)

Ideally 10+ years industry experience (consulting environment or power utility preferable), with experience in substation design of primary systems up to 500 kV

Demonstrated professional judgment and commercial acumen, including identifying, assessing, evaluating and solving problems to brief and budget

Good understanding of the energy industry and mechanics of the National Electricity Market

Experience in building and managing high‑performing teams

Understanding of the Australian Standards relating to HV substation design and primary plant technologies

Experience working with power utilities/on their projects would be advantageous

Knowledge of substation construction & commissioning methodologies

How to Apply Apply online now by submitting your CV and Cover Letter.

Equal Opportunity 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 focused on well‑being, flexibility and productivity where our people can thrive.

We respectfully ask that no agency resumes be presented at this stage.

Location: Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Seniority Level: Director

Employment type: Full‑time

Job Function: Design, Consulting and Engineering

Industries: Civil Engineering, Industrial Machinery Manufacturing, Environmental Services

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