Hydraulic Engineer | Intermediate to Senior

If you’re a Hydraulics Engineer who’s tired of being micromanaged, overloaded, or boxed into rigid ways of working, this will feel refreshingly different.

About the consultancy

This is a privately owned, mid-sized building services consultancy that’s grown steadily over the last decade to 80+ engineers across Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane, and Brisbane is the next big growth story.

The local team is being led by two of the most up-and-coming directors in the Brisbane market. Both are technically strong, commercially sharp, and heavily involved in projects day to day. They’ve built strong client trust and, as a result, the team has a serious volume of secured work across hospitality, high-rise residential, commercial and mixed-use developments.

What that means for you is stability, momentum, and opportunity, not a “wait and see” office, but a team that’s actively growing because demand is already there.

To support that growth, the business invests heavily in a dedicated drafting and BIM team, freeing you up to focus on what actually adds value: engineering judgement, problem-solving, and meaningful client interaction, rather than spending your time buried in documentation.

Just as importantly, the leadership style is refreshingly human. The directors lead with trust, not process. They believe engineers do their best work when they’re supported, not scrutinised, that’s why flexible working is built into how the team operates, not treated as a special arrangement.

What you’ll be doing (and why you’ll enjoy it)

You’ll take ownership of projects from concept through delivery — with the autonomy to run them properly.

• Lead hydraulic services design and delivery across mixed-use, hospitality, commercial and residential projects

• Work directly with clients as a trusted technical advisor, not hidden behind layers of management

• Mentor intermediate engineers and help lift the technical standard of the team

• Stay focused on engineering judgement and stakeholder engagement, with drafting support handled offshore

In short: you’re trusted to do what you’re good at, without unnecessary interference.

Is this you?

You’ll enjoy this role if you:

• Have solid experience across Hydraulic and Plumbing systems

• Come from a consultancy or strong contractor background, with design and shop-drawing knowledge

• Are confident applying Australian Hydraulics standards

• Value autonomy and ownership over rigid HR structures

• Ideally hold or are working toward RPEQ or QBCC/QVCC accreditation

This suits someone at intermediate–senior level who wants more influence, better balance, and a clear path forward.

What you’ll get

• Flexibility first – work from home whenever you need, with trust to deliver your way

• Supportive leadership – directors who understand balance (and actually live it)

• Clear progression – realistic pathway toward Associate level within 1–3 years

• Strong salary – circa $130k–$160k + super, negotiable for the right person

• Projects you’ll be proud of – high-rise towers, hotels, major residential and mixed-use developments

Ready for a different kind of consultancy?

If you’re ready to grow your career without sacrificing flexibility or sanity, let’s talk.

Call me Gareth on 0403 625 836
Or email gareth@connexusrecruitment.com