Job Description

Associate, Mechanical Engineer - Building Services

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Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

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Job Description

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Building Services | Melbourne

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We are seeking an experienced Associate Mechanical Engineer to join our Melbourne Building Services team. This is a key leadership role, responsible for driving the delivery of medium to large-scale projects across a diverse portfolio, including defence, data centres, commercial and infrastructure.

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This opportunity will suit a well-established consultant who enjoys leading projects, developing people and contributing to a high‐performing, collaborative team, within a workplace that genuinely prioritises flexibility, trust and balance.

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The Role

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In this role, you will:

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- Lead the mechanical design and delivery of medium to large-scale building services projects
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- Take ownership of project outcomes from concept through to construction
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- Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineers across the team
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- Manage project scope, programme and budget, ensuring successful delivery outcomes
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- Coordinate closely with multidisciplinary teams, architects and external stakeholders
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- Act as a trusted advisor to clients, building long‐term relationships and repeat work
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- Review designs and documentation to ensure technical quality, compliance and constructability
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About You

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Please note: Australian citizenship is required due to the nature of the projects.

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You will bring:





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- 10–12+ years' experience in mechanical building services engineering
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- Proven experience leading medium to large-scale projects within a consultancy environment
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- Strong technical capability across HVAC and mechanical systems
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- Deep understanding of Australian Standards, NCC and authority requirements
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- Demonstrated ability to manage projects, clients and multidisciplinary coordination
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- Strong leadership skills with a passion for mentoring and developing others
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- Excellent communication skills and a collaborative, client‐focused approach
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Why You'll Love Working Here

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This is a workplace that genuinely trusts and empowers its people. You will be supported to lead, grow and shape your career while maintaining flexibility that works for you.

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What you can expect

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- A hybrid working model with genuine flexibility
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- A supportive, inclusive and high‐performing team culture
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- Opportunities to lead high‐impact, complex projects
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- Strong technical leadership and knowledge sharing across the business
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- Clear and achievable career progression at Associate level and beyond
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- A solid focus on wellbeing, flexibility and long‐term careers
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You will be joining a Melbourne Building Services team where people are respected, supported and trusted, and where leadership and technical excellence go hand in hand.

📌 Associate, Mechanical Engineer - Building Services (Victoria)
🏢 WSP
📍 Victoria