Regional Director, Australia

Founded by internationally respected technical leaders, Equilibrium is a specialist consultancy delivering integrated geotechnical, structural geology and hydrogeology solutions to the global mining and natural resources sectors. We combine deep technical expertise with practical, solutions-focused thinking and long-term client partnerships.

We are seeking an exceptional leader to establish and lead Equilibrium’s next phase of growth in Australia. Candidates will be considered across rock mechanics, mine waste, structural geology and surface water.

As Regional Director, Australia, you will have the autonomy to:

Lead and Grow the Australian Business

• Lead Equilibrium’s Australian growth strategy, market expansion and positioning.
• Partner with global leadership to align strategy, resources and opportunities.
• Oversee Australian operations and capability to support sustainable growth.

Build Client Relationships and Market Presence

• Build trusted relationships with mining leaders and key industry stakeholders across Australia.
• Lead strategic pursuits, client engagement, proposals and commercial opportunities.
• Represent Equilibrium across the mining, engineering and professional communities.
• Identify opportunities where Equilibrium’s specialist capability can create value.

Provide Technical Leadership

• Maintain technical involvement across complex projects.
• Champion technical excellence, innovation and quality.
• Collaborate with Equilibrium’s global technical specialists.
• Mentor engineers and support the development of future technical leaders.
• Strengthen Equilibrium’s technical reputation in the Australian market.

Build a High-Performing Team

• Attract, develop and retain exceptional technical professionals.
• Build the Australian team and capability required for long-term growth.
• Foster a collaborative culture where people can do their best work.
• Support career development and succession planning.

You are an experienced consulting leader who combines technical credibility, commercial acumen and a track record of developing clients, teams and businesses.

You will bring:

• 15+ years’ experience in geotechnical engineering, mine waste, structural geology, hydrogeology, surface water or a related discipline.
• A relevant degree; professional registration preferred.
• A strong technical reputation and established relationships within the Australian mining industry.
• Proven success in business development, client leadership and growing consulting capability.
• Experience building high-performing teams and developing future technical and business leaders.
• Strong commercial judgement, communication skills and an entrepreneurial mindset.
• The ability to identify opportunities, build trusted relationships and turn ideas into successful outcomes.

Equilibrium offers something different: the global reach and technical depth of an established consultancy, with the autonomy and agility of a specialist firm.

You will work directly with experienced technical leaders, collaborate across disciplines and make decisions close to the work. Your expertise will be visible, valued and have a direct connection to clients, projects and the future of the business. 

This is an opportunity to build something significant in one of the world's most important mining markets - shaping the clients, team, capability and culture that will define Equilibrium's future in Australia.

Build something significant. Shape what comes next. Leave a lasting mark. 

Equilibrium’s Australian office is based in South Brisbane.  For the right candidate, we are open to considering flexible arrangements, including remote-based candidates in other Australian locations, with regular travel to Brisbane to collaborate with the broader team and global leadership.

You must have the ability and willingness to travel within Australia and internationally as required to support clients, projects and collaboration with Equilibrium teams.

We expect that the salary package to be in the range of $200,000 to $300,000 AUD per year + Superannuation + Bonus, depending on experience, qualifications, and skills. The final compensation package will be determined based on the successful candidate’s background and fit for the role.

Requirements

• Candidates must have the legal right to work in Australia.
• Successful candidates may be required to complete client-mandated site inductions, medical assessments, drug and alcohol screening, and other site access requirements.
• The position requires that the employee travels periodically for business purposes, including meetings, training, client engagements, site visits (including to sites in remote areas), or other Company-related activities.