Senior Fire Safety Engineer

"I work for AECOM because we cover a broad engineering landscape which challenges our engineering and consultancy skills through the best projects. The depth of skill and knowledge across the regions means anything is possible." – Sean O'Leary, Practice Leader, Building Services VIC + SA

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Job Description:

With continued growth across NSW, we have opened an opportunity for a Fire Safety Engineer within our Buildings & Places team in Sydney.  This would suit either a Senior Engineer or someone close to achieving that milestone in their career

How you'll make a difference

• Providing substantial technical expertise of fire engineering, from first principles to the ability of leading a large-scale fire engineering projects from concept stage through to building occupation.
• Project and client relationship management across a variety of markets
• Use your significant expertise in developing performance-based fire engineering strategies across a wide range of buildings and infrastructure projects.
• Mentor team members in their development, facilitate opportunities that build competency, and assisting with professional accreditation where appropriate.

Qualifications:

The qualities that help you thrive

The following qualifications and experience are highly desired, but if you don't tick all the boxes you could still be a perfect fit for this role. Please apply, all applications will be considered.

• 5+ years' experience as a Fire Safety Engineer.
• A relevant Engineering qualification (preferably in Fire Engineering) alongside a thorough understanding of the Building Code of Australia and the Australian Fire Engineering Guidelines.
• A record of leading fire engineering projects and leading negotiations with approval authorities to gain acceptance of the performance-based design.
• Prior experience in the preparation of Performance Based Design Briefs, Fire Engineering Reports and Fire Engineering Strategies.

Why you'll love working with us

• Flexible work arrangements, including alternative start/finish times, part-time, job-sharing and hybrid work options
• Purchase up to 6 weeks additional annual leave per year
• Flex public holidays – swap Easter or other holidays for ones that suit you better
• Continuous learning and growth - lunch and learns, professional development courses, financial study assistance, 5 days paid study leave, global career opportunities

Ready to push the limits of what's possible?

We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, additional health or mental health needs, and/or neurodiverse conditions. If you require any adjustments during the hiring process, please let us know.

Applications are reviewed as they come in, and the role may close earlier than expected, so if this opportunity sounds like you, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

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