- Shape Australia’s fire protection future

- Lead national technical and policy work for a prominent industry association

- Enjoy the flexibility of hybrid work, a competitive salary package and the opportunity to make an impact alongside a dynamic leader

About Fire Protection Association Australia

FPA Australia exists to support, inform, uplift and unite our members so they can deliver higher standards, stronger safeguards and better fire protection outcomes for the community

Why join FPA Australia?

This is an opportunity to make a national impact on an industry where the work ultimately contributes to protecting people, property and communities from fire.

You will have the opportunity to:

- Shape national technical and policy priorities.

- Influence government and regulatory reform.

- Work with senior leaders across government, industry and the fire protection sector.

- Lead a talented multidisciplinary team.

- Represent Australia's fire protection industry at a national level.

- Contribute directly to FPA Australia's strategic direction and future.

About the role

This senior leadership role combines technical expertise, strategic thinking, policy influence and stakeholder leadership to strengthen FPA Australia’s position as the nation’s leading fire protection authority.

As an Executive Leadership Team member, you will help shape strategy and represent members and the industry to government, regulators, industry bodies, Standards Australia, fire services and other key stakeholders. Reporting to the CEO, you will lead a national multidisciplinary team of up to seven and drive FPA Australia’s technical strategy and policy, delivering credible, evidence based advice to members, government and industry.

You will:





- Technical Leadership – Lead FPA Australia’s national technical strategy, ensuring high-quality technical advice, guidance and industry standards.

- Policy & Advocacy – Lead national policy and advocacy initiatives, influence government and regulatory reform, and represent the industry on key issues.

- Stakeholder & Industry Engagement – Build strong relationships with government, regulators, fire services, Standards Australia, industry bodies and members.

- People & Team Leadership – Lead and develop a high-performing multidisciplinary team and foster collaboration across FPA Australia and its State Committees.

- Strategic Leadership – Contribute to the Executive Leadership Team, strategic planning, organisational priorities, innovation and the delivery of FPA Australia’s Strategic Plan.

About you

You are an experienced senior leader with the credibility to operate at both a strategic and technical level. You are confident engaging with government, regulators, industry leaders and technical experts and can translate complex technical and regulatory issues into clear advice and meaningful policy outcomes.

You will bring:

- Extensive senior leadership experience in the fire protection, engineering, construction, building or regulatory sectors leading technical and/or policy functions.

- Robust knowledge of Australian Standards,



the National Construction Code and relevant legislation.

- A relevant degree in Fire Engineering, Engineering, Building Surveying or a related discipline is desirable.

- Demonstrated experience developing policy submissions and influencing government or regulatory outcomes.

- Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and delivering through others.

- Exceptional stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills.

- Highly developed written communication skills, including experience preparing technical reports, policy papers and submissions.

- A strong understanding of the Australian fire protection industry and its regulatory environment and strong analytical, strategic and problem-solving capability.

- Experience working within a member-based or industry association and working with Boards and Executive Leadership Teams.

Apply now

If you are an experienced technical and strategic leader who is passionate about fire protection and wants to influence the future direction of FPA Australia, we would welcome your application.

To apply, please submit your application ASAP as we will review applications as they come in, send through a copy of your resume and cover letter detailing your relevant experience. All applications received will be treated as strictly confidential. All personal information collected through the recruitment process will be treated as per the organisations privacy policy.

We value diversity and aim to build an inclusive environment that champions, embraces and respects differences. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people of all abilities, cultures, sexual orientations, and gender identities and expressions.

📌 National Manager Technical and Policy (Ringwood)
🏢 FPA Australia
📍 Ringwood