Fire Protection Engineer

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Our purpose is, together, deliver infrastructure for a better tomorrow.

In Australia, KBR employ over 1000 people with offices in each state. Our project delivery track record, industry profile and strong relationships have enabled us to grow significantly, and we continue to expand. This continued growth allows us to offer unrivalled opportunities to our staff in terms of career paths, career development and project exposure.

Creating a superb culture is also huge for us and a key part of our success and growth. At KBR culture is not just a meaningless word. Genuine collaboration across the business is integral to how we work. As a company KBR have created an open, inclusive organisation where people matter, are valued, and cared about. By joining KBR you can be assured that you are joining a team that pulls in the same direction and shares common values.

We are renowned for working in partnership with our clients and construction partners to deliver exceptional outcomes based on our collaborative approach and our "One Team" value.

The Opportunity

Based in our Adelaide office, we are looking for a Fire Protection Engineer or Fire Services Designer to join our Building Services team. This is a key role in the business and a great opportunity for someone looking to join a global company and take the next big step in their career. You will be heavily involved in a range of transport, buildings and Defence infrastructure projects focusing on the design of fire service systems. You will be in involved with projects across Australia but with an SA focus.

This role works as a technical specialist in the Fire team and performs all conventional aspects of Fire Protection while also devising new approaches to problems encountered. You will have an opportunity to plan, schedule, and conduct work requiring judgment in the independent evaluation, selection, and adaptation of engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria.

Due to the focus on defence projects, the successful candidate must be an Australian citizen.

Who are you?

As a Fire Protection Engineer, you will have experience in preparing and reviewing reports and technical specifications including design of wet and dry fire services. The ideal candidate will have the ability to prepare and verify designs and calculations (including self-checking) using either manual methods or with the aid of computer programs through both concept and detailed design. Initiation of good relationships with clients (both internal and external) is essential to this role.

You will also have the following skills and experience:

Bachelor Degree in Engineering (Mechanical) or Diploma of Fire Systems Design (CPC50520)

Wet and Dry fire accreditation (e.g. FSD / FPAS accreditation, or C14 / C8 registered certifier)

Design and document a range of wet and dry fire services systems.

Preparation of fire protection systems specifications

Read and interpret Fire Engineering Briefs/Reports.

Thorough knowledge of relevant standards and NCC across Defence and infrastructure is advantageous.

Knowledge of engineering design processes for infrastructure projects.

Working knowledge of Revit MEP is desirable

On the career pathway to registration as a Chartered Professional Engineer

At KBR, we value you – here's how

In addition to working on some fantastic projects, KBR offer an array of benefits focused on providing our people with a great working environment, continual career development, family friendly flexible work arrangements and work/life balance. Our culture, and our genuine focus on our people is a major factor in our success and we want you to be part of our journey.

Typical benefits include:

Industry leading salaries, reviewed annually

20 Days Leave per year + an additional day off per month (32 days in total)

Salary packaging and Novated leases

Paid professional membership fees

Flexible work arrangements (start/finish times, WFH, Flex time)

End of trip facilities

Employee stock purchase plans

Paid parental leave

Growth and promotion opportunities

Diversity and Inclusion support

KBR has all the benefits of a global organization with a local company feel. You'll get to know everyone in the Australia business and won't just be a number.

Help shape tomorrow by applying today

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KBR delivers science, technology and engineering solutions to governments and companies around the world. KBR employs approximately 33,000 people performing diverse, complex, and critical roles in 33 countries.

KBR and its heritage companies are proud to have delivered over 60 years of support to some of Australia's largest and most complex projects.

With over 2,000 employees in 6 offices throughout Australia , we are committed to social and environmental sustainability and delivering projects with a digital mindset driving innovation within our business and for our customers.

We are a company of innovators, thinkers, explorers and dreamers who all share one goal — to improve the world.

KBR delivers science, technology and engineering solutions to governments and companies around the world. KBR employs approximately 33,000 people performing diverse, complex, and critical roles in 33 countries.

KBR and its heritage companies are proud to have delivered over 60 years of support to some of Australia's largest and most complex projects.

With over 2,000 employees in 6 offices throughout Australia , we are committed to social and environmental sustainability and delivering projects with a digital mindset driving innovation within our business and for our customers.

Perks and benefits Flexible working Competitive salary (including annual reviews) Paid parental leave Corporate rewards Salary packaging/novated leasing Health Career development Defence reservist leave

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