Intermediate Mechanical Engineer

• Full-time
• Primary Location (Campus): Brisbane South (Nathan)
• Employment Type: Full Time
• Department ID: Campus Life Engineering - OEN
• Appointment Type: Continuing

Company Description

Every institution values excellence. What matters most is why.

Griffith was created to be a different type of university. You’ll find we’re about leading research, academic excellence, and the transformative power of education. But what sets us apart is why those things matter and how you’ll achieve them.

Why? Griffith brings together exceptional minds like yours from across the globe and from all walks of life. Here, we do incredible work, questioning and challenging, always in the pursuit of excellence.

Job Description

The Intermediate Mechanical Engineer position is part of the Engineering Services team and works closely with the Engineering team and members of the Capital Works and Minor Projects (CWMP), Campus Facilities Management and Major Projects and Planning teams to deliver new capital works projects for the University and help solve complex maintenance problems.

Griffith owns and operates over 500,000m2 of facilities over 5 locations with an asset portfolio in excess of $2 billion. This provides opportunities to work on the design and operation of critical and highly complex facilities such as PC2 and PC3 research laboratories, nuclear medicine facilities, data centres, applied science facilities, dental teaching and healthcare clinics, libraries, art galleries, and music performance and teaching spaces. We have an inhouse BMS team to help you consolidate your understanding of the design and operation of mechanical services, and inhouse electrical, hydraulic and fire engineers to enhance your understanding of associated trades and coordination of engineering services. Working alongside our project managers, you can also gain experience in aspects of project management such as programme management, cost management and contract administration.

We also offer mentorship to help you achieve professional recognition of relevant engineering institutes. There are opportunities to collaborate with the academic engineering staff to further your knowledge and provide guidance to the next generation of industry leaders.

Key responsibilities include

• Form a key part of the mechanical engineering team within the Engineering Services team.
• Draft briefs for new build and refurbishment projects and contribute to all stages of the project, including site inspections and commissioning, through to end-of-life.
• Update and maintain Mechanical Services infrastructure information and support the facilities management team with complex tasks.
• Deliver engineering projects with an asset replacement and / or energy efficiency focus.

About you

• A degree in Mechanical Engineering (recognised in Australia) with current membership of a recognised engineering institution, and on a pathway to achieving RPEQ.
• 4 years minimum post-graduate work experience in an Australian building services engineering consultancy, ideally working on University, laboratory or hospital facilities.
• Team-focus with the ability to engage with a wide variety of clients and stakeholders whilst working proactively with project managers, maintenance and asset management staff to improve the performance of our engineering assets at all our campuses.
• Eagerness to learn and progress your career in engineering and thrive on the variety and complexity of the range of facilities that Griffith University owns and operates.

Applicants must have unrestricted working rights. Sponsorship is not available for this position. Successful candidates may be subject to a criminal history check.

What we can offer

This is a continuing, full-time position and whilst it is based at the Griffith University, Brisbane South (Nathan) , you will be regularly required to work across other locations including Mt Gravatt, Gold Coast, Logan and South Bank Brisbane.

Griffith University’s sites are located on the lands of the Yugarabul, Yuggera, Jagera, Turrbal, Yugambeh and Kombumerri peoples.

Salary

HEW 7 salary range $104,504 - $113,219 per annum, plus 17% superannuation. Total remuneration range $122,270 - $132,466 per annum.

Additional Information

Why Griffith?

As a values-led organisation, at Griffith University, we've worked hard to create a dynamic and strong organisational culture. We offer:

• Wide range of Learning and Development opportunities
• Generous leave entitlements including paid parental leave and leave loading
• Health, Safety and Wellbeing initiatives – on campus Gym facilities

How to apply

At Griffith, we’re committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for all - whoever you are and wherever you’re from. If you require any accommodations, we welcome you to let us know so we can work with you to participate fully in our recruitment experience.

Griffith University values diversity, inclusion and flexibility and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds to apply. For more information please visit our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion page. Our University is committed to fostering a safe, respectful and inclusive community for all.

In alignment with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence (2025), Griffith University includes a declaration as part of the recruitment journey to uphold the values and standards of our community. Griffith University also maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy against all forms of modern slavery. For more information, please refer to Griffith’s Modern Slavery Policy.

How to apply

Please submit your application online and ensure it includes the following:

• A covering letter outlining your suitability for the role, please refer to the qualifications above and the position description.
• Current curriculum vitae/resume

For further information specifically about this role please contact, Jay Doo, Principal Mechanical Engineer, on email@griffith.edu.au or 0480 612 188.

Closing date: This advert will remain open until filled. Your application will be reviewed on receipt. All applications must be submitted online.

Note to recruitment agencies, please no unsolicited messages or resumes to be sent to Talent Acquisition team or hiring manager. This recruitment is being managed internally only.