Job Description
Senior/Associate Fire Protection Engineer
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Senior/Associate Fire Protection Engineer
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Engineering is about people first
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At DMA Engineers, we've been designing smart, practical solutions that shape the places people live and work for over 50 years. Our strength isn't just technical excellence; it's the people behind it. If you're looking for a workplace where collaboration is genuine, your contribution is valued, and your career is built with purpose, you'll feel at home here.
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What you'll love about working here
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Competitive salary with clear career progression; no guesswork
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Genuine pathway to ownership
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Relocation support available for the right candidate
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A strong pipeline of high-profile, technically interesting projects
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A collaborative, multi-disciplinary team that supports each other
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A forward-thinking environment that embraces innovation and new ideas
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A modern inner-city office near Brisbane CBD with excellent amenities and transport access
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Regular social events that feel more like catching up than formalities
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The Role
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As a Fire Protection Senior Associate Engineer, you'll take a leading role in delivering practical, compliant design solutions across a diverse range of projects. Based in our Spring Hill office, you'll work closely with our fire protection team and wider multidisciplinary group to guide outcomes from concept through to completion.
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You'll lead technical delivery, mentor team members, coordinate with other disciplines, and build strong client relationships through clear communication and practical, well-considered advice.
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This role is ideal for an experienced engineer ready to step into a senior leadership position, support team development, and help shape the continued growth of our fire protection capability.
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What You'll Be Doing
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Leading fire protection design across a wide range of projects
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Overseeing documentation, calculations, drawings, schedules, and specifications
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Reviewing design outputs and supporting quality assurance across deliverables
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Mentoring engineers and designers within the team
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Coordinating with internal disciplines, including mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, fire safety, and structural teams
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Liaising with clients, architects, contractors, certifiers, authorities, and external stakeholders
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Supporting project planning, resourcing, fee input, and delivery strategy
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Ensuring designs meet Australian Standards, National Construction Code, and relevant authority requirements
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Contributing to business development, client relationships, and team growth
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What You'll Bring
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Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, or equivalent qualification
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RPEQ and CPEng accreditation, or a clear pathway toward achieving both.
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Strong attention to detail and ability to manage work across simultaneous projects
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Sound knowledge of the National Construction Code, Building Code of Australia, relevant Australian Standards,



and fire protection authority processes
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Experience in dry and wet fire services design and documentation
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7+ years' experience in fire protection services design within building services
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Demonstrated experience leading projects and coordinating multidisciplinary design inputs
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Ability to mentor, guide, and support junior and intermediate team members
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Experience with Revit, AutoCAD, Navisworks, and BIM environments
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Strong written and verbal communication skills, with confidence liaising directly with clients and project stakeholders
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A proactive, solutions-focused approach with strong commercial awareness
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Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative, high-performing team
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Make Your Move
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If you're a senior fire protection engineer who enjoys leading projects, mentoring people, solving complex technical challenges, and contributing to meaningful work, we'd love to hear from you.
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Join DMA Engineers, where technical excellence is valued, collaboration is genuine, and your work makes a real difference.
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Unlock job insights
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Your application will include the following questions:
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How many years' experience do you have as a mechanical engineer?
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How many years' experience do you have as a Services Engineer?
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Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
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Have you completed a qualification in engineering?
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Do you have a current Australian driver's licence?
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How many years of design engineering experience do you have?
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What's your expected annual base salary?
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📌 Senior/Associate Fire Protection Engineer (Queensland)
🏢 DMA Engineers
📍 Queensland