McCallum PFCA are a known and respected Hydraulic Engineering company that have operated successfully for over 26 years and are looking to expand our team!

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are looking for a Hydraulic (Plumbing and Fire) Engineering Designer with industry experience to join our senior design team.

The day to day responsibilities and tasks for this role are:

- Design of hydraulic services (water, sewer, wet fire, gas, and stormwater) for projects ranging from minor residential to major commercial and industrial developments.

- Review and Quality assurance checks of yours and others project work.

- Collaborate with other designers and draftspersons within the office environment.

- Communicate with other engineering disciplines including architects, civil/structural engineers, mechanical engineers, electrical engineers, as well as project and construction managers.

- Attend meetings with clients, project stakeholders, and other engineering consultants.

- Attend construction sites for both pre-design inspections and ongoing construction review and assessment.

CAREER PATH

McCallum PFCA is a bespoke design firm that specialises in high quality detailed engineering solutions. Joining PFCA allows for an engineer to work on a range of projects across NSW, with a wide variety of scopes and scales. No two projects are the same, and meeting both project and client requirements is a continuously engaging challenge for a solutions oriented engineer.

If you are successul in your application for this role you can expect the following:

Your career path will include training from the senior engineers and directors on our SOPs and will lead you to becoming a Hydraulic Engineer that is integrated within our team.



This entails being responsible for gaining an understanding of your own projects, designing the project solutions and working with our drafting team to translate that to CAD formats.

As you gain a more thorough understanding of our practices and procedures, we will encourage you to lead your own projects, speak with clients, coordinate with other engineers, attend meetings and review installations of hydraulic services during the construction period.

ABOUT US

McCallum Plumbing and Fire Consultants Australia is an established hydraulic engineering consultancy with 26 years of experience. We have a strong pipeline of work from many repeat clients, as well as continuously adding new clients to our portfolio. We work throughout New South Wales and Queensland and are regularly engaged by many top tier architects, construction companies, government bodies, developers and other institutions.

We have an experienced and enthusiastic team who are all working to further their skills within the profession. We're keen to find that next person with the same motivation and enthusiasm.

BENEFITS

The benefits to you and your career

- Position within a collaborative team that focuses on detailed design, allowing for a deeper understanding of hydraulic and fire systems.

- Further your industry communication skills by working with many other professionals across a wide range of fields.





- Work in a company where you have direct access to other engineers and the directors.

- Expand your knowledge in hydraulic engineering in an experienced respected company with an enviable reputation.

- Enjoy being part of a cohesive and supportive team culture.

- Appreciate a stable long term career opportunity.

- Be in an environment where the team genuinely enjoys working together.

ABOUT YOU

- You will require a good understanding of AutoCAD and preferably Revit.

- You will need to be enthusiastic to embrace a position in an engineering field that is not congested with an abundance of other qualified candidates.

- You should have the foresight to understand that entry into a niche engineering field is a rewarding challenge and has long term career potential.

- You are interested in construction engineering and possibly have an engineering degree or a drafting certificate or a wealth of experience.

- You understand time management and have no issues meeting deadlines when required.

- You're keen to get into the office and feel part of the team so that you can be mentored and advance your career quickly.

Whether you are an experienced draftsman looking for entry into a reliable, long term career or a plumber with hydraulic knowledge looking to transition off the tools, if you possess the above qualities then we are excited to let you interview us!

CONFIDENTIALITY

All applications will be treated as strictly confidential.

RESIDENCE REQUIREMENTS

The position is a work in office position in Charlestown, NSW. Only applicants who currently live in Australia, are situated or prepared to move near to our office and hold an appropriate work visa will be considered.

AGENCIES

Advances from agencies will not be entertained.

📌 Plumbing and Fire Engineer/Designer (Newcastle)
🏢 McCallum PFCA
📍 Newcastle