Lead our respected engineering consultancy into its next chapter At Bligh Tanner, we've built our reputation by tackling interesting, complex engineering challenges and bringing together great people to deliver outstanding work.
We're now looking for an experienced General Manager to lead the business, build on its strengths and help shape its next phase of growth.
This is a significant leadership opportunity for someone who understands engineering/skilled services and knows how to bring together people, clients, commercial performance and strategy.
You'll have end-to-end accountability for the performance of the business, while also playing an important role within the wider Australian leadership teamBligh Tanner is part of the Tonkin + Taylor Group, which conducts business across Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific.
What you'll be doing This is a broad leadership role where you'll have the opportunity to make a real impact.
You'll: Lead the overall commercial, operational and people performance of Bligh Tanner.
Shape and deliver the business strategy, aligned with the wider Australian and Group direction.
Take ownership of financial performance, including revenue,



margin, EBITDA and cash performance.
Build strong relationships with key clients and identify opportunities for sustainable growth.
Strengthen Bligh Tanner's position across priority sectors, services and markets.
Build a strong pipeline and support major pursuits and cross-business opportunities.
Develop leadership capability, succession and future workforce capability.
Create a high-performing, trusted and inclusive culture where people can do their best work.
Maintain oversight of operational, commercial and business risk.
Contribute to broader Australian strategy and investment decisions as part of the Australian Leadership Team.
What you'll bring We're looking for an established business leader who can balance strategic thinking with the realities of running a successful project-based consultancy.
Significant leadership experience within engineering/professional services.
Experience in a senior general management or executive leadership role.
Strong commercial acumen and demonstrated P

📌 General Manager (Brisbane)
🏢 Tonkin & Taylor
📍 Brisbane