Job Description
The importance of water to the health of our world can’t be overstated. As the frequency and intensity of floods, droughts and storms increases, the water industry must continue to build resiliency and lead from the front. Together with our clients, we are thinking and doing things differently to help pre-empt and prepare for what's next. Be a part of this dynamic and committed team of diverse water specialists and drive change for your community. You’ll be able to apply our powerful global network of skills and decades of experience to create positive water outcomes that respect nature and nurture communities.
Who are we looking for?
We are seeking a Technical Director that can lead in water treatment, desalination, wastewater treatment or waste‑to‑energy, to utilise their expertise to drive the strategic development and continued growth of our team’s capabilities, and the delivery of proposals, studies and technical design. Leveraging your expertise in business development and client relationship management, coupled with advanced technical skills, you will deliver impactful solutions while actively contributing to strategic planning and multidisciplinary design initiatives. Work with diverse water industry clients on national and international projects.
Key responsibilities
* Providing technical leadership, strategic advice, and coordination of resources on a diverse range of projects in the water sector, including advanced water treatment and desalination plants, wastewater treatment, recycling, and waste‑to‑energy facilities.
* Delivering major Victorian, Australian and international water and wastewater treatment projects by understanding clients’ needs and providing technical guidance and support to the project team for medium‑to‑large scale projects with capex over $1 billion.
* Assist in the development of other staff through mentoring, appropriate supervision, and training.
* Assist the Business Group Leader and senior staff in identifying and realising business opportunities and setting future directions for the group.
* Lead project design and delivery of technical reports and specifications, client proposals and presentations.
What you bring
* 15 or more years of experience in an engineering role in consulting.
* Expert knowledge in water treatment, desalination, wastewater treatment or waste‑to‑energy.
* Leadership and collaboration skills, and willingness and ability to mentor and provide direction to junior staff.
* Willingness to contribute to and lead business development activities backed by an active professional network.
* Excellent listening and communication skills, along with exceptional relationship and networking skills.
Equal Opportunity Employer
GHD is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people of all identities.
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