We are seeking a Senior Fire Safety Engineer to join our growing team, with opportunities available in both Brisbane and Sydney.
About Us
Innova Services Australia is a specialist fire engineering consultancy delivering practical, innovative, and compliant fire safety solutions across projects throughout Australia.
We collaborate closely with architects, developers, builders, and approval authorities to deliver performance-based design outcomes aligned with the NCC and relevant Australian Standards.
Our experience spans a diverse range of sectors, including residential, healthcare, aged care, education, commercial, and industrial developments.
At Innova, we are a growing and collaborative team that values technical excellence, clear communication, and a supportive, flexible working environment.
The Role
In this role, you will lead fire engineering projects from concept through to completion and contributing to the ongoing growth of the team.
You will work with a high level of autonomy, collaborating closely with Directors and project teams to deliver high-quality, performance-based fire engineering solutions.
Key responsibilities include:
Leading the delivery of fire engineering projects across a diverse range of sectors
Preparing and reviewing performance-based design documentation
Undertaking fire engineering analysis including smoke modelling, egress modelling, and risk assessments
Managing multiple projects concurrently, ensuring delivery to time, budget, and quality expectations
Engaging with clients, design teams, certifiers, and authorities to support approvals and design outcomes
Attending design meetings, workshops, and site inspections




Providing technical guidance and support to junior engineers
Contributing to proposals, project planning, and commercial outcomes
Supporting continuous improvement initiatives and maintaining technical excellence across the team
About You
We are looking for a motivated and experienced fire engineer who is confident leading projects and contributing to a high-performing team.
You will bring:
A degree in Fire Safety, Mechanical, Structural, or related engineering discipline
Ideally a Master of Fire Safety Engineering (or similar)
Minimum 4+ years' experience in fire engineering, preferably within a consulting environment
Strong experience in performance-based fire engineering (Classes 2–9 buildings)
Proven ability to manage multiple projects and deliver to deadlines
Experience with fire engineering software such as FDS, Pathfinder, or similar CFD tools
Solid understanding of the NCC/BCA, Australian Standards, and regulatory frameworks
Excellent communication and report writing skills
A proactive approach with strong problem-solving and stakeholder management abilities
Working toward or holding CPEng (or equivalent) is highly regarded
Why Join Innova?
Work with a growing, specialist fire engineering consultancy
Be part of a collaborative, supportive, and down-to-earth team
Opportunities to lead projects and develop your career
Pathways and support toward CPEng and professional development
Exposure to a wide variety of projects across multiple sectors
Versatile working environment with a focus on outcomes, not just hours
Opportunity to help shape systems, processes, and the future growth of the business
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📌 Senior Fire Safety Engineer (Queensland)
🏢 Innova Services Australia
📍 Queensland