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Steensen Varming

Steensen Varming are looking for a sustainability consultant with a focus on energy modelling and mechanical building services, to join our Sydney based Building Services team, to undertake simulation modelling to predict thermal and energy building performance. This role provides the best of both worlds working in a global company, within a local studio- based, supportive, established team. With a strong portfolio of secured projects, Steensen Varming is privileged to be working with excellent clients and design professionals on some of the most exciting projects both nationally and globally.

Candidate Requirements

The successful candidate will lead energy efficient design, develop our procedures, research, and inspire. We are looking for someone who is passionate, appreciates the detail and is pragmatic in their approach.

The successful candidate will;

Undertake and have experience running IES and IES HVAC simulation based energy modelling to predict building performance.

Support key design decisions, through modelling assessment, by predicting air movement, thermal performance, control of moisture, ambient energy, climate, comfort and light.

Be experienced in analysing the results of simulation models.

Be able to inform design decisions at each design stage through predictive parametric modelling, maximising opportunities for comfort and sustainability and minimising building design risks related to energy usage and carbon output.

Be able to work independently and as part of the wider team, seek options to continual improve our approach and process, and be motivated to self-learn and engage both as part of a team and your own initiative.

Applications are invited from creative, proactive professionals, with experience in the following:

A Degree in Mechanical or Building Services Engineering, or a closely related subject

Experience (minimum 3-6 years) in Building Services Engineering, Building Physics, Energy or Thermal Modelling, and a passion to make a difference in the industry

Strong knowledge and application of IES and IES HVAC for system design, refinement, and Green Star, BREEAM or equivalent compliance modelling.

Knowledge of, or a strong interest to continue our team’s expansion into new and emerging software including, but not limited to Ladybug, Pollination, and Better Building tools etc.

An interest in sustainable design practices and desire to foster real client relationships.

About Steensen Varming

Originally founded in Denmark in 1933 and today operating in Europe, Asia, Australia and USA, Steensen Varming operates along the principles of an integrated design studio working within a specialist field to provide the best service to our clients.

Steensen Varming works on a variety of exciting projects from the British Museum to Sydney Opera House to Scott Base Antarctic Research Station, encompassing architectural and urban design, the private, corporate and public sectors, from modest upgrades to World Heritage Sites.

With well-established ethical principles, we go beyond standard corporate responsibilities and through initiatives, such as UN Sustainable Development Goals and B Corp, we continue to be at the forefront of creating positive environments, in our work and studio environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Steensen Varming is an equal opportunity employer. Steensen Varming is committed to being a successful, caring and welcoming place for all employees. We are committed to a culture where respect and understanding is fostered, and the diversity of people's backgrounds and circumstances will be positively valued.

Wellbeing Practices

Steensen Varming provide a number of initiatives to support wellbeing;

In addition to holiday entitlement, employees receive an extra half day leave per year of service, in the first 5 years of employment

Offering 38 hour week, with core working hours between 9.30am-4pm.

50% claim back on professional memberships

Provision of a wellbeing allowance.

Employee Assistance Programme.

We are a supportive, people-focused organisation that values connection and collaboration.

Salary: $85,000-105,000