Engineering Specialist (Mechanical)

• Work on the next generation of critical aviation infrastructure supporting Air Traffic Control and Aviation Rescue Fire Fighting 
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements available 
• Permanent Full Time 
• Melbourne or Brisbane 
• Salary: $131,005 - $140,702 + 14% superannuation 

Airservices Australia has an excellent opportunity within our Project Engineering Team for an experienced Mechanical Engineer. This is an incredible opening for you to bring your exceptional building services capability to a tight knit team of passionate engineers. Your expertise will see you providing technical input and advice to the design, construction, and refurbishment of critical aviation facilities including Fire Stations, Control Towers, and Air Traffic Service Centres. 

This dynamic position provides exposure to a broad range of activities, from coordinating with external design consultants to attending witness testing and acceptance events throughout the project lifecycle. Your attitude and expertise as a Mechanical Engineer will see you providing technical input and advice to a wider team of mechanical engineers. 

Airservices Australia is a government-owned organisation responsible for the safe and efficient management of 11% of the world’s airspace and provision of aviation rescue firefighting services at Australia’s busiest airports.

Our people are our greatest asset with a dynamic and diverse team operating from locations across the country - from bustling cities to regional and remote locations, including an island. This team keep are helping to secure the future of Australia’s skies and keep it amongst the safest in the world.

We connect people with their world safely – linking family and friends, generating economic activity, creating jobs, and facilitating trade and tourism.

Airservices is committed to fostering a culture that is diverse, inclusive, and respectful.  We encourage motivated individuals who love what they do, value a service first mindset and embrace a challenge to explore a career with Airservices. In return you will be a valued team member, be offered flexibility and experience a meaningful career in an exciting, ever-evolving aviation industry.

You are a Mechanical Engineer who enjoys solving complex technical challenges, influencing project outcomes, and working collaboratively with a broad range of stakeholders. You bring strong technical expertise, commercial awareness, and a passion for learning and development. 

The successful applicant will have: 

• 5+ years’ experience in mechanical building services engineering 
•  Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering 
• State-based engineering registration (e.g. RPEQ or RPEV), or the ability to obtain registration. 
• Strong design knowledge across HVAC, ventilation, heating, and associated systems 
• Familiarity with additional mechanical plant including air compressors, generators, fuel systems, and Building Management Systems (BMS) 
• Familiarity across high reliability sectors including data centres, defence, and healthcare 
• Working knowledge of the BCA, NCC, and relevant Australian Standards 
• Experience preparing and reviewing mechanical designs, technical specifications, and engineering documentation. 
• Experience in testing, commissioning, and deployment of mechanical systems. 

At Airservices Australia, we embrace and thrive on diversity of thought, perspectives, and capabilities because we know the benefits of having a workforce that is representative of the community that we serve. We appreciate everyone is unique, and acknowledge diversity in thought leads to greater transparency and improved consideration in our decision making.

We believe a diverse workforce supported by an inclusive culture is central to our success. We actively encourage and welcome candidates from all cultural backgrounds, gender identities, people living with disability and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply.

To be eligible to apply, you must be an Australian Citizen or a Permanent resident as an ASIC is required for this role. Please refer to the security check requirements successful applicants will be required to undertake as part of the recruitment process.

Should you require any further information please contact Sonya Suresha - Talent Acquisition Recruiter at sonya.suresha@airservicesaustralia.com. 

To apply for this position please lodge an application online before Applications close 11.55 pm (AEST) 7 Nov 2026.

Advertised: 26 Oct 2026 12:00 AM AUS Eastern Daylight Time
Application close: 07 Nov 2026 11:55 PM AUS Eastern Daylight Time

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