The opportunity (why this role exists)

The business is planning properly for the future.

With three Directors and a strong, stable workload, the next step is bringing in a Principal Electrical Engineer who can:

• Deliver technically at the highest level

• Take ownership of key client relationships

• Gradually step into leadership and equity as part of a structured succession plan

This isn’t about “winning work at all costs”.
It’s about continuity, trust, and long-term thinking.

The role (beyond technical delivery)

Yes, you must be technically excellent. That’s a given.

But as a Principal, you’ll also:

• Act as a trusted advisor to Building Services clients

• Maintain and grow long-standing relationships

• Help shape workload, not scramble for it

• Mentor senior engineers and influence standards

• Contribute to the strategic direction of the business

You’ll still be hands-on, just at the level where your judgement really matters.

Career pathways (you choose the direction)

There are two supported pathways, and both are properly funded:

Technical Pathway

• Progress through Principal level

• Achieve Fellow recognition with Engineers Australia

• Be recognised as a subject-matter expert

Leadership / Ownership Pathway

• Move into Director-level responsibilities

• Take on client, people, and business leadership

• Buy into the business with genuine equity upside

To be clear on the upside:
A 10% shareholding has the potential to generate $100,000 per annum on top of salary.

What you’ll need

• Senior/Principal-level electrical building services experience

• Strong client-facing capability and professional credibility

• The maturity to represent the business externally

• Interest in long-term leadership, not short-term titles

What you’ll get

• Structured equity opportunity as part of succession planning

• Stability, consistency, and zero sales pressure culture

• Direct influence over projects, clients, and future direction

• A realistic path to Director or Partner, not vague promises

Interested but not actively looking? That’s expected.
A confidential conversation is encouraged.

If your CV isn’t current, don’t worry, send a short email or call Gareth McCafferty (me) on 0403 625 836 directly for an informal discussion.