APFS Accredited Practitioner (Fire Safety) / ESM Auditor

Are you an APFS (Accredited Practitioner Fire Safety) looking to join a business where people genuinely stay, grow, and thrive?

Are you an experienced ESM Auditor looking to finalise the completion of your APFS and looking for an organisation that invests into the training and development of staff?

AESC is a long-established, national organisation that have been the leaders in the property compliance and risk management sector for several decades, partnering with some of Australia’s largest and most respected corporations. The organisation has reputation for their superior industry expertise, embracing new technologies, the partnership approach with clients and providing staff with a supportive and flexible working environment.

The Organisation

AESC know that their people are their greatest asset. They have built a solid, inclusive and supportive culture where collaboration, respect, and flexibility are core values—not buzzwords. Many team members have been with the business for 15+ years, others have left and quickly returned, a testament to the environment they have created and their commitment to developing long-term careers, not short-term roles.

Whether you are already established as Accredited Practitioner in fire safety and wanting to join an organisation that at the forefront of an industry you are passionate about, or you are a ESM Auditor aspiring to complete your FPAS accreditation and become an APFS- Accredited Practitioner (Fire Safety),



AESC are a people first organisation that will take the time to understand your career aspirations and tailor a professional development plan to best support you achieving your goals.

The Job.

As an APFS, you will conduct structured ESM audits across a broad range of client’s properties to assess compliance with Essential Safety Measures (ESM). You’ll play a key role in ensuring our clients meet regulatory requirements, including Annual Fire Safety Statement (AFSS) while receiving clear, professional guidance.

Key responsibilities include

- Conducting Essential Safety Measures (ESM) audits, inspections, and surveys
- Coordinating and attending System Interface Tests, including defect identification and reporting
- Assisting clients complete Annual Fire Safety Statements (AFFS)
- Producing accurate, high-quality compliance reports
- Managing and attending client meetings
- Interviewing building managers to gather relevant property information
- Providing client briefings and maintaining clear communication throughout each engagement
- Reviewing and critiquing reports prepared by other auditors
- Accurately recording job times and operational data

The Candidate You are a confident, self-motivated professional who enjoys autonomy but values being part of a close-knit,



experienced team.

You will bring

- Minimum 5+ years’ experience in a similar role
- Background or qualifications in fire systems, mechanical systems, or passive fire
- Experience in account management, team management, or coordination
- APFS accreditation- ideally you will be a fully accredited FPAS auditor
- Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skills
- Excellent communication, problem-solving, and negotiation abilities
- Strong time management and planning skills
- Ability to work independently while contributing positively to team culture

Why you should apply

- A long-term role within a stable, growing organisation
- A genuinely supportive and people-focused culture
- Flexible working arrangements
- Exposure to a high-quality, national client portfolio
- Chance to work with a team of industry experts
- Ongoing professional development and career progression
- An inclusive, social, and enjoyable workplace where people stay for the long haul
- Industry leading salary packages

“AESC values the contribution of its team and offers attractive, industry-leading salary and vehicle packages. A key point of difference is that AESC pays overtime rates on top of base salary to further recognise and compensate the efforts of the team.” If you’re looking for more than “just another role” and to be part of a business where loyalty, expertise, and culture truly matter, apply immediately and give yourself the chance to join a business you will never want to leave.

📌 APFS Accredited Practitioner (Fire Safety) / ESM Auditor (Sydney)
🏢 Kingfisher Partnership
📍 Sydney