Hidrive is a company focused on people,customersand quality. We build mobile workspaces forutes, trailers and trucks andwereknown for the quality of not only our work, but also our service.We take the time to understand what our customersneed,and we are looking for an Engineeringprofessional to help us manage the frameworks that underpin our operational success. About Us Hidrive Group is a 100% Australian owned, ISO certified organisation with an established national footprint. We engineer, design,manufactureand install service bodies forutes,trailersand trucks from six locations nationally. Werevertically integrated witha great team, good systems, strong leadership, a loyal recurring client base, and specialised market knowledge. This competitive advantage is something we are looking toleverageas we set up for global expansion and leads us to seek a strong Finance Manager who has experience and an interest in supporting a Chief Finance Officer through a journey of scaling up for global expansion. This is an outstanding opportunity for adynamicand values alignedHead of Engineeringto take your career to next level. About the Role This is a key leadership role within Hidrive s Design & Engineering function, reporting directly to the Chief Revenue Officer. The Group Engineering Manager will lead the Engineering department across Design Engineering and Innovation, ensuring alignment to business strategy, revenue growth and customer outcomes. You will play a critical role in enabling the business to realise the need of the mobile workforce by driving high-quality engineering outcomes, fostering collaboration and ensuring efficient use of resources across teams. This role is suited to a commercially minded engineering leader who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and can translate technical capability into customer and business value. Key Responsibilities Technical Sales Support & Design Engineering Quality, Compliance & Risk Management Product Management & Innovation Technical Authority & Engineering Capability Collaboration & Cross-Functional Alignment Leadership & Performance Reporting About You Minimumrequirementsand experience: Tertiary qualifications in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering 5+ Years of experience in a management role 3+ Years of experience in a trade-orientated vocation, preferable but not essential Responsibility for profit & loss (P&L) Risk and Change management Skills, Capability & Attributes Strong leadership with the ability to build and develop high-performing teams Commercially minded, with a focus on revenue, efficiency and customer value Able to translate complex technical concepts into clear, practical business outcomes Confident stakeholder engagement across senior leadership and cross-functional teams Data-driven, with strong problem-solving and decision-making capability Collaborative, proactive and accountable in approach Customer-focused, with strong attention to detail Adaptable communicator across both technical and non-technical audiences Why Join Hidrive? Be part of a growing Australian manufacturer with a strong national footprint Lead a critical function that directly impacts revenue and innovation Work across a group of brands (Hidrive, SureWeld, DEAN Trailers) Access to training, development and career progression opportunities Competitive salary, incentives and wellbeing benefits Join a values-driven organisation that prioritises people, customers and quality How to Apply If youre ready to lead engineering excellence and drive real business impact, wed love to hear from you. Pleasesupplyyour resume and a cover letter,addressed to the Chief Revenue Officer.All applications and further correspondence will be treated in strict confidence. **Please download our comprehensive brochure for more information:
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Group Engineering Manager