ConstructionServicesEngineer–ElectricalorMechanical
CoolangattaQLD
#Role
Hutchies is seeking a skilled and experienced Construction Services Engineer to join our Coolangatta team on a full time, permanent basis. As Australia’s largest privately owned construction company, Hutchinson Builders delivers high quality projects across the commercial, residential, industrial, and infrastructure sectors. Our Coolangatta office supports a strong and growing pipeline of Gold Coast based projects, and we are looking for a skilled professional to contribute to the success of our local team.
As a key member of the Hutchies team, you'll find yourself immersed in a supportive and collaborative work environment. We pride ourselves on our down to earth culture and the close knit relationships we build internally and through our projects.
The opportunities are diverse, providing you with unparalleled exposure to different projects and learning opportunities.
We value hard work and dedication, and we're excited to have your skills in our team.
#Responsibilities
As a Construction Services Engineer, your responsibilities will include:
- Deliver construction services support across electrical, mechanical, and related building services
- Coordinate services design, installation, commissioning, and handover activities
- Review drawings, shop drawings, specifications, and construction methodologies
- Liaise with project managers, site teams, subcontractors, and consultants
- Manage inspections, testing, commissioning, and defect rectification
- Ensure compliance with Australian Standards, safety, quality, and program requirements
- Provide practical, buildable solutions to site based services challenges
#Requirements
To be successful in this role, you should have:
- Minimum 5 years of experience in construction services across multiple disciplines
- Degree qualification in Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering
- Deliver construction services support across electrical, mechanical, and related building services
- Coordinate services design, installation, commissioning, and handover activities
- Review drawings, shop drawings, specifications, and construction methodologies
- Liaise with project managers, site teams, subcontractors, and consultants
- Manage inspections, testing, commissioning, and defect rectification
- Ensure compliance with Australian Standards, safety, quality, and program requirements
- Provide practical, buildable solutions to site based services challenges
- Experience working for a tier 1 or tier 2 builder desirable
- Design & Construct project exposure desirable
- Commissioning and services handover experience desirable
- Chartered or progressing toward Chartered Engineer (Engineers Australia) desirable
- Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
- Excellent analytical and problem solving skill
- Ability to work in a team environment and have initiative when working independently
- Strong relationship building with all relevant stakeholders
- A down to earth, fun, friendly and professional approach to your work
What we offer
At Hutchies, we offer more than just a job - we offer a career built on support, opportunity, and genuine connection.
You’ll be part of a down to earth, family owned business with a long history and a strong future. Our culture is collaborative, inclusive and people focused, with an open door approach where anyone can speak to anyone, at any time. We work hard, celebrate our success, and always look after each other.
Career Development & Learning
We invest heavily in developing our people. From structured programs like our Cadet Summer School and ongoing training modules, to hands on project exposure, you’ll have every opportunity to grow your skills and progress your career at Hutchies.
Eligible team members may also access our Global Building Exchange Program (GBEP) offering fully funded international placements with our partners in London (Wates) or Canada (Axiom). It’s a unique chance to expand your experience while seeing the world.
Wellbeing & Support
Your wellbeing matters to us. We provide access to industry leading Employee Assistance Programs for our people, their partners, and immediate family members, along with ongoing mental health support through Mates in Construction.
Benefits & Perks
As a Hutchies company member, you’ll enjoy access to a wide range of exclusive benefits, including:
- Discounted personal travel and flights
- Health insurance and wellbeing offers
- Superannuation options
- Vehicle purchasing programs
- Retail and lifestyle discounts
- Memberships and professional associations
Social & Recognition
Our Social Club brings people together throughout the year with regular events, family activities and celebrations. We also proudly recognise long‑term commitment through service milestone awards and annual excellence awards that celebrate the contribution of our people.
How to Apply
If you’re an experienced Construction Services Engineer looking to work on quality projects in the Gold Coast region, we’d love to hear from you.
Applicants must have the right to work in Australia.
Agency submissions won't be considered for this position
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#The Hutchies difference
Hutchies has been building the structures in which Australians live, work, study, shop and play since 1912. From our early beginnings, we have grown into a dynamic and diverse construction company, delivering sophisticated projects across a comprehensive portfolio.
We're not like other builders. Relationships are everything to us – whether it's with our people, our clients, or the local communities in which we live and work.
#Exclusive benefits
As a Hutchies company member, you're not just part of a great work environment; you will also be supported with training and continuous development along with access to exclusive perks. These include discounted personal travel and flights, savings on health insurance, and big discounts from top Australian retailers. Plus, we've got a calendar full of gatherings for social events, meetings, and conferences. And if you or your immediate family ever need support, our industry leading wellbeing and Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) are there to help 24 x7.
#A fair go for all
Hutchies is all about equal opportunities and embracing diversity. Our commitment to an inclusive, people focused culture isn't just talk — it's who we are. Through initiatives like Statim Yaga and partnerships like NAWIC and UNIQ You, we're putting our values into action. So, whether you're part of our award winning Indigenous programs or advancing women in construction, you're part of a family that values long term relationships and community. We're not just building structures; we're building a workplace where everyone gets a fair go.