Critical Systems Associate/Associate Director-Mechanical at Cundall in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia | Kablio

Role

Description

Coordinate closely with other disciplines to delivery fully integrated and efficient design solutions.
Produce and review mechanical schematics, reports, specifications, and equipment layouts.
Review and approve designs to ensure compliance with relevant standards, regulations, and client specifications.
Contribute to and support internal project management processes including fee tracking, progress monitoring, and programme delivery.
Act as a primary point of contact for clients, building long-term relationships and repeat business.
Provide strategic input on design direction, energy efficiency, and sustainability measures including waste heat recovery and free cooling.
Manage and mentor a team of mechanical engineers, overseeing design quality, performance, and development.
Participate in site inspections, technical meetings, commissioning activities, and post-occupancy reviews.
Lead the mechanical design and delivery of hyperscale and enterprise-level data centres.
Develop mechanical system designs including HVAC, chilled water, direct-to-chip immersive cooling, and ventilation systems.

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Benefits

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Training + Development

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Visa Sponsorship

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Security clearance

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Company

Overview

Founded in 1976, Cundall has grown from a small engineering practice to a leading global consultancy.
Specializes in providing innovative, sustainable design solutions for buildings, infrastructure, and energy sectors.
They work across diverse industries such as commercial, residential, industrial, and transport.
Their approach blends technical expertise with a commitment to creating future-proof, low-carbon designs.
Known for delivering some of the world’s most high-profile and energy-efficient projects.
Pioneered numerous developments in the renewable energy sector, including solar and wind power projects.
Their team of experts helps clients navigate the complexities of infrastructure and urban development.
Some of their landmark projects include iconic sustainable buildings and large-scale infrastructure projects.
Innovation and technical excellence remain at the core of their operations, constantly pushing boundaries in engineering.

Culture + Values

Creativity – think differently, going beyond what our clients expect to design solutions that they love. We invest our time, effort and talent in research and development, which benefits the wider industry and society, as well as our own business.
Excellence – striving to make every project outstanding and better than the last one; learning from successes and failures; committing to continuous self‑improvement through training and knowledge‑sharing; implementing and following robust systems and processes to deliver excellent work.
Collaboration – building amazing teams by talking to and helping each other, sharing knowledge and expertise, giving and receiving honest feedback, building and maintaining great relationships, and having fun working with colleagues, industry peers and clients.
Integrity – operating within a strong moral code, sticking to promises, always giving our best; meeting deadlines and turning up on time; having difficult conversations when needed; saying what we mean and meaning what we say; caring about each other; being courteous and kind.

Environment + Sustainability

25% by 2024

Interim Net Zero Target

Twenty-five percent of projects will achieve net zero carbon by the end of 2024, marking significant progress toward broader sustainability goals.

Carbon Positive by 2025

Business Ambition Goal

Aiming to become carbon positive by 2025, contributing more environmental good than harm.

Global Neutral 2020

Carbon Neutral Achievement

Global commercial operations were certified carbon neutral under PAS 2060/Carbon Trust in September 2020, comprehensively addressing Scopes 1-3 emissions.

Zero Carbon by 2030

Design Commitment

Every project will be designed to meet zero carbon criteria aligned with science-based targets by 2030.

Zero Carbon Design commitment by 2030.
Published a comprehensive sustainability roadmap。
Signatory of Net Zero Carbon Buildings Commitment in 2018.

Inclusion & Diversity

2020

Diversity Strategy Launched

The company launched its Valuing Diversity strategy to become the most inclusive consultancy in the industry.

Leaders harness humility, curiosity; encourage, empower and inspire others.
STEM outreach includes apprenticeships, internships, summer placements; financial support to students from low-income backgrounds.
‘Cundall Communities’ networks amplify under-represented voices, each with its own agenda and dedicated budget.
Education on privilege, power, bias, and meritocracy; inclusion libraries to support learning.
Policy against nepotism and cronyism ensures fair opportunities based on merit.
Neurodiversity policy and education; support for conditions like dyslexia, ADHD, autism.
Commitment to enhancing diversity in leadership and transparent reporting on progress.

Articles

Careers

Projects

Cundall Conversations (Blog)

Company

Overview

Founded in 1976, Cundall has grown from a small engineering practice to a leading global consultancy.
Specializes in providing innovative, sustainable design solutions for buildings, infrastructure, and energy sectors.
They work across diverse industries such as commercial, residential, industrial, and transport.
Their approach blends technical expertise with a commitment to creating future-proof, low-carbon designs.
Known for delivering some of the world’s most high-profile and energy-efficient projects.
Pioneered numerous developments in the renewable energy sector, including solar and wind power projects.
Their team of experts helps clients navigate the complexities of infrastructure and urban development.
Some of their landmark projects include iconic sustainable buildings and large-scale infrastructure projects.
Innovation and technical excellence remain at the core of their operations, constantly pushing boundaries in engineering.

Culture + Values

Creativity – think differently, going beyond what our clients expect to design solutions that they love. We invest our time, effort and talent in research and development, which benefits the wider industry and society, as well as our own business.
Excellence – striving to make every project outstanding and better than the last one; learning from successes and failures; committing to continuous self‑improvement through training and knowledge‑sharing; implementing and following robust systems and processes to deliver excellent work.
Collaboration – building amazing teams by talking to and helping each other, sharing knowledge and expertise, giving and receiving honest feedback, building and maintaining great relationships, and having fun working with colleagues, industry peers and clients.
Integrity – operating within a strong moral code, sticking to promises, always giving our best; meeting deadlines and turning up on time; having difficult conversations when needed; saying what we mean and meaning what we say; caring about each other; being courteous and kind.

Environment + Sustainability

25% by 2024

Interim Net Zero Target

Twenty-five percent of projects will achieve net zero carbon by the end of 2024, marking significant progress toward broader sustainability goals.

Carbon Positive by 2025

Business Ambition Goal

Aiming to become carbon positive by 2025, contributing more environmental good than harm.

Global Neutral 2020

Carbon Neutral Achievement

Global commercial operations were certified carbon neutral under PAS 2060/Carbon Trust in September 2020, comprehensively addressing Scopes 1-3 emissions.

Zero Carbon by 2030

Design Commitment

Every project will be designed to meet zero carbon criteria aligned with science-based targets by 2030.

Zero Carbon Design commitment by 2030.
Published a comprehensive sustainability roadmap。
Signatory of Net Zero Carbon Buildings Commitment in 2018.

Inclusion & Diversity

2020

Diversity Strategy Launched

The company launched its Valuing Diversity strategy to become the most inclusive consultancy in the industry.

Leaders harness humility, curiosity; encourage, empower and inspire others.
STEM outreach includes apprenticeships, internships, summer placements; financial support to students from low-income backgrounds.
‘Cundall Communities’ networks amplify under-represented voices, each with its own agenda and dedicated budget.
Education on privilege, power, bias, and meritocracy; inclusion libraries to support learning.
Policy against nepotism and cronyism ensures fair opportunities based on merit.
Neurodiversity policy and education; support for conditions like dyslexia, ADHD, autism.
Commitment to enhancing diversity in leadership and transparent reporting on progress.

Articles

Careers

Projects

Cundall Conversations (Blog)