Technical Director

Want to bring ideas to life?

As an engineer you’re no doubt aware of Aurecon - we’ve been a leading design, engineering and advisory company for decades. But why should you choose to join us?

Every project Aurecon delivers leaves a legacy. Every project has sustainability embedded in decision making. And every project is at the leading-edge of technical eminence.

But it really comes down to one, crucial question: what kind of world do you want to create for the next generation? Truth is, the decisions being made right now will determine the future of everything - from the local community to the entire planet. One of those decisions is: who do you decide to work for?

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How will your ideas contribute to shaping what’s next?

In this position you will join our Energy and Industrial team as a leader, where you will play an integral part in a team of highly skilled specialists that ‘Bring Ideas to Life’ for our clients. With a focus on growing our energy and industrial business, we are actively recruiting for those passionate about working collaboratively and building on already strong technical knowledge. This broad role will see you assisting with winning new business, fostering long-lasting client relationships, managing project delivery, and mentoring and coaching your team whilst promoting a culture of technical excellence. Our preference is for those with a background in Chemical and Process Engineering, however, well rounded Engineers with strong understanding of all disciplines will also be highly regarded.

As a Technical Director, a core part of your role will be leadership, specifically
- Lead aspects of strategic planning, design and implementation of complex solutions to meet client needs.
- Act as a role model through your behaviours and decision making, which are aligned to a diverse and inclusive workplace; a leader who our people choose to follow and work with.
- Help set direction and vision, be passionate about our business, develop strong and effective working relationships across the Aurecon network based on mutual respect and trust.
- Strive to make others succeed, removes barriers to working with others and be authentic in your leadership style.

How will your future be shaped by us?

Joining Aurecon means you’ll be at the award-winning edge of innovation and sustainability. AFR ranked us Top 5 among sustainability leaders and Top 3 of all innovative companies in professional services. One Consult awarded us an innovative design award. Plus, we were Consult Australia’s large firm of the year.

You really can bring your whole self to work and be confident your voice will be heard. We don’t just claim we’re inclusive and innovative, as proven by the independent awards and accreditations we’ve gained. We’ve been recognised for our innovation culture, gender equality and our LGBTI+ inclusion. Plus, we have a robust Reconciliation Action Plan - our fourth edition since 2014.

On a personal level you’ll have access to flexible work hours, remote work, working holidays, part-time and job share options. You’ll also have - a learning programme 100% personalised to you and the option to build your technical mastery in the Aurecon Design Academy which earns you a Graduate Certificate in Design Management from the prestigious RMIT University. Plus, you’ll be supported on every step of your career journey with mentoring, learning and our Careers Hub. Outside of work, you’ll be further supported with competitive paid parental leave, cultural public holiday swaps, plus wellbeing support programmes.

What are we looking for from you?

You’ll have a genuine passion for re-imagining problems and continuous learning to help shape the future.

We value that each of our team members brings something different to Aurecon. We look for people who have had a broad range of experiences throughout their career and can demonstrate how they have worked as part of a team to bring ideas to life.
- Demonstrate deep insight into client businesses, industries and markets; develop and maintain a strong internal and external network. Shares this knowledge with colleagues to grow the Aurecon business.
- Project managing work across the design, delivery and tender phases for multi-year medium to large scale projects
- Business development through building client relationships, promoting capability, developing business strategy, and co-ordinating with other technical leads regionally and globally
- Providing leadership, mentoring and development for the careers of the energy and industrial team
- Resource planning and managing the team’s utilisation and effectiveness

Think you know Aurecon? You may be surprised.

Aurecon’s strength has always been our people. It’s our people who build our shared purpose and bring ideas to life. It’s our people who imagine and co-create with our clients a better future for people and the planet. Of course, you’ll probably know lots o