Associate Director Infrastructure Engineer (Electrical)

Job Description:

• Property and Facilities
• Full-time, fixed-term position for up to five years
• Based at our St Lucia campus location

About This Opportunity

The Associate Director Infrastructure Engineer (Electrical) will lead the University’s electrical engineering and asset management function, overseeing strategic planning, lifecycle management, and the delivery of reliable, high-performing electrical infrastructure across all campuses. This role is responsible for developing and implementing the Strategic Asset Management Plan, forecasting infrastructure needs, and driving optimisation initiatives, while providing expert technical leadership and supporting capital and operational projects. The position also leads and develops a high-performing team, ensuring strong stakeholder engagement, governance, and continuous improvement in both service delivery and infrastructure outcomes.

For more information about this opportunity, please view the complete appointment booklet.

About You

The ideal candidate will have postgraduate-level qualifications (or equivalent experience) in electrical engineering or management, along with current RPEQ registration. They will bring extensive expertise in electrical systems, strategic asset and energy management, and the full infrastructure lifecycle, supported by strong knowledge of WHS legislation and financial management.

The role requires the ability to lead and develop teams, manage stakeholders, and communicate complex technical information effectively, alongside experience with digital engineering and facilities management systems. A proactive, adaptable approach, with the ability to work both autonomously and collaboratively in complex environments, is essential, with experience in large organisations or higher education considered advantageous.

Enquiries

For any application enquiries, please reach out to Caitlin Savage, Principal Advisor, Talent Acquisition via talent@uq.edu.au.

Want to Apply?

We welcome applications from all individuals and are committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. To be considered, please ensure you upload:

• Resume
• Cover letter summarising how your background aligns to the ‘About You’ section outlined in the Appointment Booklet

Our strength as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We're committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent, particularly from Australia’s First Nations Peoples. If you require an alternative method to submit your application due to accessibility needs or personal circumstances, please contact talent@uq.edu.au.

Other Information

Appointment to this role is subject to the successful completion of relevant pre-employment checks, which may include verification of the right to work in Australia, qualifications, professional registration (RPEQ), criminal history checks, and other role-specific requirements. This may also include checks relating to gender-based violence matters or other integrity and conduct requirements.

You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment.

UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who don’t meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role.

Applications close Thursday 9 April at 11.00pm AEST (R-62279). Please note that interviews have been tentatively scheduled for week commencing 20th April 2026.