Senior Hydraulic Designer (Hydraulic Engineer / Hydraulic Designer / Building Services Hydraulic) – Gold Coast

Shape the future of a new office. Build something that’s yours.

A brand-new Gold Coast office has just opened — and our client is looking for an experienced Senior Hydraulic Designer to help grow it from the ground up. You’ll be joining a multidisciplinary team with both mechanical and electrical already represented, and this role will complete the picture by adding hydraulic expertise. The team is small, motivated, and all based on the Coast — buzzing with the energy of building something new together. Importantly, this is the first time in several years a new multidisciplinary building services consultancy has ventured into the Gold Coast market. It’s a rare and exciting chance to shape a fresh local offering, expand the project mix, and be part of something that will grow rapidly. Backed by the stability and resources of an established Brisbane office, you’ll step into a role with both autonomy and support, where your voice carries weight and your work makes a visible impact.

Why make the move?

- Direction & Influence – Play a genuine role in shaping a new Gold Coast presence.




- Support + Autonomy – Enjoy the independence of a small local team with the backing of Brisbane’s resources.
- Diverse Projects – Deliver work across commercial, residential, healthcare & education sectors.
- Career Legacy – Be part of the first new multidisciplinary consultancy to enter the Coast in years.

What you’ll do

- Lead hydraulic services design and coordination from concept to completion.
- Guide clients and architects with specifications, reports and solutions.
- Mentor junior designers and set the standard for technical excellence.
- Drive local business opportunities and strengthen the Gold Coast presence.

What you’ll bring

- 5+ years in building services hydraulic design.
- QBCC Licence or RPEQ registration (or on the pathway).
- Proficiency in AutoCAD; Revit preferred.
- Solid knowledge of NCC, AS3500 and fire standards.
- Robust client-facing skills and a collaborative mindset.

About Our Client

Our client is a multi-disciplinary consultancy with a reputation for innovation, sustainability, and genuine client service. They are not about red tape — they are about smart, practical engineering that adds value and grows careers.

#Proud flexible working policy.

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📌 Senior Hydraulic Designer – Gold Coast (City of Gold Coast)
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