Fire Protection Engineer

3 days ago

Canberra, ACT, Australia WSP Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year
  • Flexible working hours and hybrid work model
  • Future proof our communities, drive meaningful change, influence new thinking.
  • Global mobility and further career opportunities

Job Opportunity: Fire Protection Engineer at WSP Canberra

WSP Canberra is looking for a skilled Fire Protection Engineer to become a part of our experienced team. As a top global engineering and professional services firm, WSP is dedicated to providing innovative solutions and outstanding service to our clients. We are currently working on a wide variety of projects with key projects in Civic Infrastructure, Education, Defence and Commercial. We are happy to consider applications from Intermediate to Senior level Engineers.

What You'll Do:

As a Fire Protection Engineer (wet and dry fire designs), you will be part of a wider network of professional engineers working on both local and national projects. Specific activities will include, but are not limited to:

  • Provide fire protection design expertise on both single and multi-disciplinary projects, ensuring compliance with technical, commercial, safety, and regulatory standards.
  • Deliver best practices and outcomes for clients, effectively saving on costs and time while producing high-quality fire protection engineering design and documentation.
  • Take the lead on small to medium-sized engineering design projects while supporting larger initiatives, fostering a collaborative environment.
  • Communicate effectively with external stakeholders (clients, authorities) and internal teams (colleagues, managers) to ensure project success.
  • Build solid client relationships and recognize business development opportunities, representing and promoting the business in local and regional markets.
  • Mentor and support the development of junior engineers, contributing to the growth of the Property and Buildings group's strategic goals.

About You:

  • Bachelor of Engineering (e.g., Mechanical Engineering) or equivalent industry experience, with around 4 to 6+ years in Australian building services projects.
  • Experience in fire protection engineering and design documentation, along with thorough knowledge of relevant Standards and Codes (AS/NZS, NCC, etc.) for building services projects.
  • Understanding of BIM, NavisWorks, and Revit MEP is highly desirable, with basic to intermediate REVIT skills preferred.
  • Ideally, you have experience in a consulting engineering environment, though backgrounds in D&C contracting will also be considered.

Why Join WSP Canberra?

  • Opportunity to work on exciting and challenging tier 1 projects.
  • Professional development and career growth opportunities.
  • Competitive salary and benefits package.
  • Hybrid work model.

If you are passionate about fire protection engineering and want to make a difference in the industry, we would love to hear from you.

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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