At GHD, we don’t just believe in the power of commitment, we live and breathe it every day.

Join a team committed to solving complex challenges across the value chain, from capital deployment to asset management, enabling resilience, growth and sustainability.

Together, we will help create a future for generations to come.

Who are we looking for?

We are seeking a talented and motivated Technical Director – Sustainability to join our growing Sustainability Advisory team within GHD Business Advisory.

This is an excellent opportunity to work in a senior technical role, helping to grow our Sustainability Advisory offering and identify new opportunities across GHD’s five sectors: Water, Transportation, Property & Buildings, Environment, and Energy & Resources.

You will work closely with clients to help them manage regulatory obligations and climate risks, drawing on GHD’s experience and global network to address complex sustainability challenges.

Location is flexible and the role can reside in Adelaide, Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, or Perth.

Working with a high performing team, this position offers a variety of work and will see you involved in:

Leading the development and delivery of sustainability strategies and plans
Managing and delivering complex, engaging projects for a diverse client base
Building and strengthening client relationships across existing accounts and new growth areas
Identifying new opportunities, developing proposals and converting them into successful outcomes
Contributing to high-performing teams and supporting GHD’s strategic direction through delivery excellence
Mentoring and developing less experienced team members, supporting their growth and capability
Representing GHD at key conferences and events to build our brand and position us for future opportunities

What would you bring to the team?

Environmental engineering, science or similar qualifications, or relevant transferable skills
Significant experience developing and implementing sustainability strategies in key markets GHD is involved with.
A strong focus on business development, client service and delivery
Strong organisational, problem-solving and adaptability skills
Excellent writing and presentation skills for varied audiences and formats
Strong interpersonal, influencing and negotiation skills
Sound judgement and decisiveness
Category 2 Registered Greenhouse and Energy Auditor status or working towards this is an advantage
Experience across both carbon management and climate risk advisory will be highly regarded

Interested? Apply now

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GHD is an equal opportunity employer, and we want everyone to be able to fully participate in our recruitment process. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people of all identities.

GHD embraces a range of flexible work practices to create a work environment focused on well-being, flexibility and productivity where our people can thrive.

About the company

ECRi Hub is a collaboration platform by GHD and the Queensland Government that connects engineers, construction and resources startups, researchers, and businesses to develop and commercialize new technologies. It provides space and programs, including the Business Mentoring for Innovation, to guide regional innovators through product development and market entry. It differentiates itself through GHD’s industry expertise, government support, and a clear focus on accelerating commercialization within its sector. Its goal is to boost innovation and drive economic growth and competitiveness for Queensland and Australia by turning ideas into market-ready solutions.

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

Grant

Total Funding

$300K

Headquarters

Mittagong, Australia

Founded

1927

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What believers are saying

GHD won 2026 recognition for hydrogen blending, dam removal, smart roundabouts, and Indigenous projects.
Headcount reached about 17,197 in March 2026, and 2026 job postings rose 59.7 percent.
Queensland's ECRi Hub partnership keeps GHD embedded with government-funded innovation and regional commercialization pipelines.

What critics are saying

GHD UK flagged 2025 cuts near 10 percent, hitting environment, contamination, geotechnical, and waste teams.
Integration risk is immediate after Bowman Engineering's May 2026 acquisition; client churn can follow overlapping cultures.
The strongest existential threat is margin compression across commoditized consulting, forcing deeper layoffs and retreat from weaker markets.

What makes GHD unique

Employee-owned GHD bought Bowman Engineering in Texas on May 20, 2026, deepening local transport expertise.
GHD's 165 offices across five continents give it cross-border delivery scale rivals struggle to match.
Its WA100 rank rose from 42 to 39 in 2026, signaling design-market credibility.

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Benefits

Flexible Work Hours
Paid Vacation
401(k) Company Match

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