Technical Director - Secondary and Protection

Are you ready to help shape Australia’s energy future?⚡ At Aurecon, we are looking for a passionate and innovative Technical Director, Secondary & Protection to join and lead our dynamic Power Transmission and Distribution team. This role is your chance to work on high-impact, cutting-edge projects across South Australia & Victoria, designing crucial infrastructure for some of our most exciting clients. As part of our Transmission and Distribution practice group, you’ll collaborate with diverse, forward-thinking teams, taking on fast paced and challenging projects that push the boundaries of what's possible in electrical design. With Australia's energy market undergoing a transformation, you'll play a pivotal role in delivering state-of-the-art transmission line infrastructure (up to 500kV) as part of the AEMO Integrated System Plan (ISP) and Renewable Energy Zones (REZ). Key Responsibilities to Bring Ideas to Life🚀 💡 In this role, you will provide technical leadership to the Secondary and Protection team, enhancing their technical capabilities. This involves mentoring and motivating staff to develop their skills while building and maintaining strong relationships with clients. Your leadership will be crucial in delivering small to large-scale projects, from proposal preparation to technical delivery, ensuring excellence in all aspects. You will also be responsible for communicating complex technical concepts clearly, presenting these ideas to a wide range of clients. Working collaboratively across the business, you will bring together diverse skillsets to solve complex problems and deliver successful projects. This includes working with both local and national clients, engaging in innovation and sharing knowledge through national and international projects. You will holdcertifications like Chartered Professional Engineer and Registered Professional Engineer Victoria, will be key to your ongoing development. What We’re Looking For🔍 We value individuals who share a passion for re-imagining engineering and actively pursue continuous learning to shape the future. To succeed in this role, you should have a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, along with at least 15 years of industry experience. A strong background in transmission and distribution engineering, particularly in HV protection and secondary system design, is essential. Knowledge of IEC61850 is highly desirable. You will also need to have solid commercial acumen and the ability to make decisions that mitigate risk. Excellent communication skills, the ability to influence others, and a commitment to building inclusive, collaborative teams are all critical. Finally, you should have the ability to inspire and lead teams with your technical expertise. This role also offers exciting opportunities to work on projects across different regions and markets, allowing you to contribute to complex challenges alongside diverse teams. Benefits At Aurecon At Aurecon, we’re committed to innovation and sustainability, aiming for Net Zero by 2025. Along with this exciting mission, you’ll enjoy a range of benefits, including: 🌟 Flexible working – choose when, where, and how you work to perform at your best ✈️ Work abroad – take advantage of our working holiday initiative and work in another country for up to 4 weeks annually 📅 Swap public holidays – swap Easter or other holidays for ones that suit you better 🍼 22 weeks paid parental leave with no tenure requirement for permanent employees 🏖️ Purchase up to 20 extra leave days each year 🌱 Career alignment through our "Let’s Talk" framework, supporting your growth and progress 🎓 Access to in-person and online technical training for professional development 🤝 Support from Aurecon’s People and Family Care program ❤️ 📚 Financial assistance and study leave for approved external development programs 💰 Discounts on Bupa Health Insurance, Apple, Dell, Avis, and more 🛍️ Join us to thrive in a flexible, supportive, and innovative environment! Ready to bring ideas to life? Then please apply. Remember, it’s you and how you bring ideas to life that are important. Your background, unique needs, and individuality will be valued. Visit our website to learn more at www.aurecongroup.com or apply right now! 🚀