Technical Director - Secondary & Protection

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About Us

Middleton Group is an Australian-owned consultancy whose people thrive on solving complex power and energy challenges through innovation, collaboration, and engineering excellence. We specialise in delivering integrated engineering solutions across grid connection services, water, transport, renewable energy, defence, industrial, and power utilities.

On 1 September 2025, Middleton proudly joined Fyfe, a leading Australian integrated engineering, environment, planning, and survey firm. Together, we bring a powerful combination of technical expertise, multidisciplinary capability, and national reach supporting clients across Energy & Resources, Renewables, Infrastructure, and Property sectors.

At Fyfe, were united by a shared purpose: to create a sustainable energy future for our communities. We live by our values Respect, Integrity, Accountability, Responsiveness, and Passion and believe in fostering a culture of trust, collaboration, and client focus.

Lead with Impact. Shape the Future of Energy.

Middleton Group is seeking a highly experienced Technical Director to drive excellence in engineering design and technical delivery across our Secondary & Protection team. This pivotal leadership role offers the opportunity to influence major energy infrastructure projects, mentor the next generation of engineers, and help shape a sustainable future for our clients and communities.

As a recognised expert in your field, you will provide strategic technical leadership, ensure the quality of our design outputs, and play a key role in developing our people and growing the business.

What You'll Do

Technical Leadership & Delivery

• Lead and oversee design and engineering projects, ensuring exceptional technical quality, compliance, and innovation.
• Approve or review design deliverables to ensure accuracy, usability, schedule and cost expectations are met.
• Champion engineering standards, best practices, and sustainable design principles that support carbon reduction and community benefit goals.

People Development

• Mentor and develop emerging engineers, fostering a culture of learning, collaboration and technical excellence.
• Partner with team leaders to identify development opportunities and ensure teams remain at the forefront of industry advancements.

Work Winning & Business Growth

• Lead proposal development, client engagement, and market strategies to secure new opportunities aligned with Middleton Groups growth objectives.
• Build and maintain strong industry networks to enhance the firm's technical reputation and business presence.

Strategic Influence

• Contribute to the business planning process, offering insights that shape our technical strategy and project delivery models.
• Collaborate across teams to drive innovation and maintain Middleton Groups position as a trusted advisor in the energy sector.

About You

You are a respected technical authority with a passion for delivering high-quality engineering outcomes and developing others. You lead with integrity, curiosity, and a growth mindset.

You will bring:

• Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical) with 15+ years of experience in substation design and protection systems.
• Proven ability to manage and deliver complex engineering projects.
• Strong commercial awareness with the ability to balance technical excellence and project performance.
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and leadership skills.
• A collaborative, people-focused approach that inspires and supports others.

Why Join Fyfe | Middleton Group

• Lead one of Australia's most forward-looking Power & Electrification teams.
• Work with leading utilities, government agencies, and energy developers.
• Be part of a growing, multi-disciplinary organisation with a strong client base and national footprint.
• Join a workplace that values people, fosters innovation, and supports professional development.
• Competitive remuneration and career growth opportunities.

How to apply

If you believe you meet the above criteria and would like to join our team, click on the APPLY FOR THIS JOB button to submit your application.

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Please note, agency applications and those without full Australian Working Rights will not be accepted. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.