Senior Fire Protection Engineer

6 days ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia WSP in Australia Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year
  • Hybrid work model - 2 days from home/ week + flexible hours
  • Fantastic Company benefits including extra holiday leave
  • Vibrant team working on tier 1 projects

Are you ready to bring your energy, ideas, and passion to a team that's shaping the future of fire protection engineering?

WSP Sydney
is on the lookout for a vibrant and enthusiastic
Senior Fire Protection Engineer
to join our growing team. As one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms, WSP is committed to delivering innovative, sustainable solutions across Transport, Education, Mission Critical, Civic Infrastructure and Commercial sectors.

What You'll Do

As a Senior Fire Protection Engineer, you'll be at the forefront of design excellence, leading fire protection strategies across diverse and exciting projects. You'll collaborate with multidisciplinary teams,
mentor junior engineers,
and help drive our Sydney office's growth and innovation.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Leading fire protection design (wet and dry systems) across complex projects, ensuring compliance with Australian Standards, NCC, and client expectations.
  • Driving innovation and best practice in fire protection engineering, delivering high-quality documentation and cost-effective solutions.
  • Building strong relationships with clients and stakeholders, representing WSP with confidence and professionalism.
  • Identifying new opportunities and contributing to business development in the Sydney market.
  • Mentoring junior engineers and fostering a collaborative, supportive team culture.
  • Bringing fresh thinking and a proactive mindset to every challenge.

About You

We're looking for someone who's not just experienced, but excited about what's next.

  • Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical or equivalent) with 6+ years of experience in building services projects in Australia.
  • Strong technical expertise in fire protection design and documentation.
  • Familiarity with BIM tools such as Revit MEP and NavisWorks.
  • Consulting experience preferred, but we also welcome candidates from D&C backgrounds who are ready to step into a senior consulting role.
  • Excellent communication skills and a natural ability to connect with people.
  • A positive, energetic attitude and a genuine passion for engineering.

Why WSP Sydney?

  • Work on high-impact projects that make a real difference.
  • Join a team that values creativity, collaboration, and continuous learning.
  • Access to leadership development and global career pathways.
  • Competitive salary, benefits, and participation in WSP's Employee Share Purchase Plan.
  • A workplace culture that supports wellbeing, flexibility, and personal growth.

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.

Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.

An employee Share Purchase Plan is available to all our permanent employees who wish to become owners and vested partners in WSP's collective success. To find out more about our commitment to the health and wellbeing of our people, and the programs we've designed to help you thrive, go to our Employee Benefits page.

With us, you can. Apply today.

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