Engineering Specialist - Electrical (Aviation Emergency Response)

About the role

A government-owned organisation serving the aviation industry is looking for an experienced Electrical Engineering Specialist to join its Built Environment, Facilities & Fleet Management team. The role supports the lifecycle management, reliability, maintainability and performance of critical assets used by Aviation Rescue Fire Fighting Services (ARFFS) across Australia, including emergency fire vehicles, electrical systems, HVAC and mechanical plant, fuel and foam storage systems, air compressors and airport emergency service facilities. The specialist assists the System Technical Advisor and may carry out some of that role.

Key responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership and engineering advice across a diverse asset portfolio
• Apply Systems Engineering principles and requirements management methodologies
• Investigate, analyse and resolve complex technical issues
• Support asset lifecycle planning, maintenance and reliability improvements
• Prepare technical reports, engineering specifications and recommendations
• Deliver engineering solutions that improve asset performance and operational outcomes
• Engage with contractors, suppliers and internal stakeholders
• Support project delivery and engineering governance
• Ensure compliance with Australian Standards and aviation regulations such as CASR Part 171 and CASR Part 139H

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a related discipline
• Minimum 5 years of professional engineering experience
• Experience in complex operational or asset-intensive environments
• Australian citizenship (mandatory)
• Eligibility for Professional Engineer registration (RPEQ or equivalent highly regarded)

Required skills

• Strong Systems Engineering and requirements management experience
• Demonstrated experience applying Australian Standards and engineering best practice
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills

What we offer

• Salary package of $131,005 - $150,399 plus 14% superannuation
• Hybrid working, approximately 3 days onsite
• Brisbane or Melbourne location
• Team of experienced engineering professionals and exposure to a technically diverse asset portfolio

Applications close 6 November 2026.