Technical Director

5 months ago


Newcastle, Australia GHD Full time

Our world demands low carbon energy solutions to achieve a Net Zero future.

This is a unique opportunity to work on impactful projects for a leading consultancy in the Future Energy space while based in a region known for its quality of life and natural beauty. You can play a key role in projects enabling and accelerating the energy transition. GHD contribute to most large-scale renewable energy and energy storage projects in Australia.

You will join a busy, supportive and dynamic team of likeminded professionals who drive for engineering excellence and a positive work environment.

Our industry leading experience includes key roles in the successful delivery of many renewable projects, to name just a few, such as:

BESS

Waratah Super Battery Hornsdale BESS Collie BESS Victoria Big Battery 

Wind

Kaban Wind Farm Hornsdale Wind Farm Macintyre Wind Farm 

Solar

Metz Solar Farm Walla Walla Solar Farm New England Solar Farm

PHES

Snowy 2.0 New England Pumped Hydro Kidston Pumped Hydro

Who are we looking for?

We are seeking a seasoned  Technical Director/ Senior Renewable Energy Engineer  to join our Northern NSW Energy Team, to be based in Newcastle. This role will work with the broader enterprise (nationally and globally) to service clients and deliver projects in the power sector across the full project lifecycle. These projects will have a particular focus on renewable energy generation and energy storage, and therefore you will directly contribute to the continued decarbonisation and modernisation of the power system.

We understand that while some may not meet each specific criteria, if you feel you will bring value to this role, we encourage you to apply. We value diverse experiences and perspectives.

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

Scoping, leading and contributing technical expertise to pre-feasibility, feasibility studies and concept designs for renewable power generation and energy storage projects Leading and overseeing the output of relevant project teams to achieve project milestones and objectives; owning the output of the project by delegating and enabling team members and drawing upon the wider GHD Future Energy network for support where required. Contributing to the development of GHD’s knowledge and skills in power generation engineering including renewable energy and storage development, design, construction, operation and maintenance. Effectively communicating with stakeholders, including clients, vendors and internal. Leveraging background/contacts to developing business and contributing to winning work. Leading the preparation of proposals, bringing the best of GHD to meet the needs of our clients.

What you will bring to the team:

Formal qualifications in electrical, mechanical, chemical, or renewable engineering (BEng or equivalent acceptable to Engineers Australia). CPEng and RPEQ are desirable. Curiosity, a willingness to learn and adaptability Experience in the design and implementation of renewables or storage projects (., solar, wind, PHES and/or BESS). Experience performing energy yield assessments for solar PV or wind projects (desirable) 7-10 years’ of relevant experience in power generation projects (in a consultancy, development, contractor, or an OEM role) Experience leading and contributing to concept design, detailed design and/or feasibility studies for renewable energy or energy storage projects. Experience with relevant software packages (. HOMER, PVSyst, WindPRO, Thermoflow). Experience and a sound understanding of current power generation technologies, including methods of installation, operation, and configuration. Strong understanding of renewable project planning and development processes Project management experience (desirable)

Interested? Apply now.

Contact Gideon Lau

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GHD is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities and invites applications from all nationalities, genders, and cultural backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

GHD embraces hybrid work arrangements to create a work environment focused on well-being, flexibility and productivity where GHD people can thrive, this supports the diverse needs of our workforce while balancing the benefits of remote working with the value of face-to-face collaboration in the office.

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



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