Fire Safety Consultant

2 days ago


Canberra, Australia Jensen Hughes Full time

**Company Overview**

At Jensen Hughes, we lead with our Purpose + Principles and value our people. Across our global partnership of experts, clients, and communities, we are recognized worldwide for our leadership in fire protection engineering, a legacy of responsibility we have advanced with pride since 1939. Today, our expertise extends broadly across closely related risk management fields — from accessibility consulting, risk and hazard analysis, process safety and forensic investigations to security risk consulting, emergency management and digital innovation. As we champion best practices, set industry standards and support communities with innovative solutions, we are making the world a better place.

We believe that creating and sustaining a culture of trust, integrity and professional growth fundamentally includes a sustained commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.

At Jensen Hughes, diversity is ingrained in our culture - we accept people for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, mental health, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, or socioeconomic background. Our differences and uniqueness are celebrated and reflected in our wide range of Global Employee Networks.

**Job Overview**

Are you ready to take on the challenge of ensuring safety for the community? Join the Jensen Hughes team as a fire safety consultant and help us protect lives and properties through utilising your engineering skills to develop innovative solutions

We are a team who ensure that buildings and structures are designed and equipped with the necessary measures to prevent fires, maximizing safety for everyone who steps inside. We employ various techniques and advanced technologies to assess risks, analyse materials utilized in construction, and determine the best strategies to prevent, contain, and fight fires.

Our fire safety engineering consultancy provide services across the building industry including Australia's largest infrastructure projects.

As an engineering consultant, you will be involved in providing advice and recommendations to clients on the fire safety of their building projects. Your role will be to work with clients to understand their problems, develop solutions and implement them in practical ways. This role will expose you to a diverse range of projects and clients, offering you the opportunity to develop practical experience and knowledge across a variety of industries.

**Responsibilities**
- Undertake fire safety engineering analysis, fire and evacuation modelling, risk assessment and site visits / inspections under supervision to evaluate fire safety of buildings and infrastructure
- Preparation of reports
- Liaise with clients and design teams and discuss / negotiate with the fire brigades and approval authorities
- Participation in site and final inspections
- Contribute positively to an enjoyable and productive team environment, consistent with Jensen Hughes values

**Requirements and Qualifications**
- University engineering undergraduate degree or higher
- Experience gained working in fire safety engineering consultancy environment
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- The ability to write clear and concise reports
- The ability to work within a team environment
- Experience and knowledge of the National Construction Code - Building Code of Australia is an advantage
- Knowledge and proficiency with computer-based fire and evacuation models is an advantage
- Should be an Australian Citizen/Permanent Resident or holding a valid Work Visa in Australia

**Why you should join Jensen Hughes**

Our company's great culture makes it a truly special place to work. There's a strong sense of camaraderie and collaboration that permeates everything we do, and everyone is committed to helping each other succeed. Whether celebrating a big win, sharing ideas over lunch, or simply chatting in the hallway, our team is always supportive and engaged. We value diversity and inclusivity and our culture reflects this with a welcoming and open atmosphere. Overall, our company's culture and vibe are key ingredients in our success, and we're proud to be a part of such a vibrant and supportive community.

Jensen Hughes recognises the importance of a work-life balance and wants to assist you in balancing the demands of your career with the demands of your personal life. Some of the benefits we offer will help you in achieving this goal.
- Five weeks of annual leave
- Flexible working
- Paid maternity leave
- Paid Volunteer leave
- Wellbeing program
- Employee assistance program

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