Technical Director | Secondary & Protection
Melbourne
Lead the technical direction of major substation and protection projects that support Australia's energy future
Influence engineering standards, design quality and technical excellence across a growing national capability
Develop high-performing engineers while helping shape business growth and client relationships
The Opportunity
Fyfe continues to strengthen its Power & Energy capability, creating an prospect for an experienced
Technical Director - Secondary & Protection
to play a key leadership role in our growing team.
As a recognised technical authority, you'll provide strategic leadership across complex energy infrastructure projects while helping shape the way we deliver engineering excellence.
You'll influence technical standards, guide project outcomes, support client relationships and contribute to the ongoing growth of our Secondary & Protection capability.
This is more than a technical leadership role.
You'll have the chance to mentor future industry leaders, strengthen our engineering capability, and help drive innovation across projects that support Australia's evolving energy network.
The Impact You'll Have
Lead and oversee the delivery of Secondary & Protection engineering projects, ensuring high-quality, compliant and innovative outcomes
Provide senior technical review and approval of design deliverables, supporting successful project performance across quality, schedule and cost objectives
Shape engineering standards, best practices and sustainable design approaches that deliver long-term value for clients and communities
Mentor and develop engineers, building capability and fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous learning
Strengthen client relationships, support business development activities and contribute to work-winning opportunities across the energy sector




Influence business planning, technical strategy and service delivery improvements that support continued growth
What You'll Bring
You'll be a respected engineering leader with deep technical expertise, strong commercial awareness and a passion for developing people.
Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical)
15+ years' experience in substation design and protection systems
Demonstrated success delivering complex engineering projects within the energy sector
Strong understanding of technical governance, design assurance and engineering best practice
Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills, with the ability to influence clients and project teams
Proven ability to mentor engineers and contribute to capability development
Strong commercial acumen and the ability to balance technical excellence with project performance
Why Fyfe?
Fyfe is a leading Australian multidisciplinary consultancy helping shape the future of renewables, energy, major infrastructure, resources and the built environment.
Bringing together expertise across engineering, environment, planning and surveying.
In this role, you'll have the opportunity to:
Put your stamp on the future direction of our Secondary & Protection capability
Work on significant energy infrastructure projects with leading utilities, developers and industry stakeholders
Influence technical standards, project delivery and engineering excellence across the business
Develop emerging engineers and help build the next generation of technical leaders
Be part of a collaborative, growing national organisation with strong multidisciplinary capability
Interested?
For more information about the role, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at
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Only candidates who are Australian Citizens, Permanent Residents or hold full Australian working rights will be considered.
Agency applications will not be accepted.

📌 Technical Director (Melbourne)
🏢 Fyfe
📍 Melbourne