Job Description

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Senior Fire Engineer

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Brisbane, Australia

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A$140,000 – A$160,000 + Super

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An opportunity to join a growing, design-led, independent fire engineering consultancy that is building a strong reputation for delivering high-quality, performance-based solutions across complex projects.

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With a solid pipeline of work and ambitious growth plans, they are looking to appoint a Senior Fire Engineer who wants to have real influence on both projects and the wider business.

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The Role

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You’ll be involved in end-to-end project delivery, including:

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- Leading fire engineering strategies across a range of complex developments
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- Delivering performance-based design solutions and detailed reports
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- Undertaking fire modelling and evacuation analysis (support available if needed)
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- Liaising with clients, architects, and approval authorities
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- Supporting and mentoring junior engineers
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Why This Role?

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- Join a small, high-performing team where your input genuinely matters
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- Work on technically challenging projects where engineering judgement is key
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- Clear pathway towards Associate-level responsibility
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- Collaborative, flexible, and non-corporate environment
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About You

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- 5+ years’ experience in fire engineering consultancy
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- Strong understanding of performance-based design (NCC/BCA)
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- Experience across sectors such as commercial, infrastructure, or mixed-use
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- Confident communicator with client-facing experience
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- Looking to step into a role with greater autonomy and influence
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Not actively looking?

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Please feel free to like, comment, or share this post with friends or colleagues who may be open to a move.

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We also offer a £500 referral fee for successful placements.

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I’m always happy to have a confidential, no-obligation conversation - even if it’s just to understand where the market is heading.

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📌 Senior Fire Engineer - Brisbane (Queensland)
🏢 Vertical Recruitment
📍 Queensland