Senior Mechanical Engineer

Company Description

Every institution values excellence. What matters most is why.
Griffith was created to be a different type of university. You’ll find we’re about leading research, academic excellence, and the transformative power of education. But what sets us apart is why those things matter and how you’ll achieve them.

Why? Griffith brings together exceptional minds like yours from across the globe and from all walks of life. Here, we do incredible work, questioning and challenging, always in the pursuit of excellence.

Job Description

The Senior Mechanical Engineer provides mechanical engineering technical support to the Capital Works and Minor Projects and Facilities Management teams across Griffith University’s campuses.

Campus Life is responsible for the construction and functional operation of the University’s built environment and grounds. The Engineering Services section of Campus Life provides a range of support, technical advice and operational assistance to Facilities Management (FM), Asset Management (AM), and Capital Works and Minor Projects (CWMP), including contributing to master planning and supporting the University’s goals for environmental sustainability.

Key responsibilities include

• Provide design solutions for a diverse range of HVAC and piped gas systems suitable for cost estimation, consultancy briefing and in-house design.
• Support our construction teams by reviewing and providing professional advice on technical submittals, shop drawings, RFI’s, programmes of work, testing and commissioning, O&M’s, etc, for all elements of mechanical engineering systems.
• Deliver engineering projects.
• Supervise and mentor junior team members.
• Manage multiple major and minor projects simultaneously and track project information.
• Update and maintain information on Mechanical Services infrastructure.

About you

• A degree in Mechanical Engineering (recognised in Australia) and registered mechanical RPEQ.
• 5 Years or more acting as a senior engineer for contractors or consultants in Australasia, ideally working on University, life sciences, laboratory or hospital facilities.
• A demonstrable knowledge of mechanical and BMS systems within building services, including a high level of competency using engineering design software such as Carrier HAP, CAMEL, IES, Design Builder, Fantech acoustic & AutoCad/Revit.
• Team-focused with the ability to engage with a wide variety of clients and stakeholders whilst working proactively with project managers, maintenance and asset management staff to improve the performance of our engineering assets at all our campuses.
• Excellent communication skills to provide clear & concise commentary, including presenting engineering concepts, representing the University at meetings in the design and construction phase, and providing inspection reports.

Applicants must have unrestricted working rights. Sponsorship is not available for this position. Successful candidates may be subject to a criminal history check.

What we can offer
This is a fixed-term, full-time position and whilst it is based at Griffith University, Brisbane South (Nathan), you will be regularly required to work across other campuses including Gold Coast, Logan and Brisbane City (South Bank).

Griffith University’s sites are located on the lands of the Yugarabul, Yuggera, Jagera, Turrbal, Yugambeh and Kombumerri peoples.

Salary
HEW 8 - Base range - $117,579.27 - $132,273.33 + 17% superannuation. Full package range - $137,567.74 - $154,759.79.

Additional Information

Why join Griffith? 
 
As a values-led organisation, at Griffith University, we've worked hard to create a dynamic and strong organisational culture. We offer: 

• Wide range of Learning and Development opportunities 

• Mix of on campus and work from home options available and a supportive work environment 

• Salary packaging options and corporate health discounts 

• Generous leave entitlements including paid parental leave and leave loading 

• Support with future learning opportunities through our educational staff assistance scheme 

• Opportunities for internal mobility 

• Health Safety and Wellbeing initiatives – on campus Gym facilities 

At Griffith, we’re committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for all - whoever you are and wherever you’re from. If you require any accommodations, we welcome you to let us know so we can work with you to participate fully in our recruitment experience.

Griffith University values diversity, inclusion and flexibility and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds to apply. For more information please visit our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion page. Our University is committed to fostering a safe, respectful and inclusive community for all. In alignment with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence (2025), Griffith University includes a declaration as part of the recruitment journey to uphold the values and standards of our community. Griffith University also maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy against all forms of modern slavery. For more information, please refer to Griffith’s Modern Slavery Policy. 

How to apply 

Please submit your application online and ensure it includes the following: 

• A covering letter outlining your suitability for the role please refer to the qualifications above

• Current curriculum vitae/resume including full contact details 

For further information specifically about this role please contact, Jay Doo, Principal Mechanical Engineer, on [email protected] 

For application and recruitment advice please contact Laura Whitworth, Talent Acquisition Partner at [email protected]

Closing date: Open until filled. All applications must be submitted online. 

Closing date: This advert will remain open until filled. Your application will be reviewed on receipt. All applications must be submitted online. 

Note to recruitment agencies, please no unsolicited messages or resumes to be sent to Talent Acquisition team or hiring manager. This recruitment is being managed internally only.