Job Description

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21st September, 2026 n

Senior-Associate – Fire Safety Engineer Building Services Engineering Sydney CBD / Hybrid | Excellent Salary Package + Super + Bonuses

n We are a well-established, award-winning multidisciplinary Building Services Engineering consultancy in Sydney, delivering innovative and sustainable design solutions for some of the city’s most iconic and complex developments.
n Due to continued growth and major project wins, we are seeking an experienced Senior-Associate Fire Safety Engineer to join our specialist Fire Engineering team.
n This senior role offers the opportunity to provide technical leadership, mentor emerging talent, and shape fire safety strategies for high-profile commercial, residential, healthcare, education, and infrastructure projects across Greater Sydney and NSW.
About the Role
n As a Senior-Associate, you will lead the development of fire safety engineering solutions, including performance-based designs that balance regulatory compliance with architectural vision and client objectives. You will play a pivotal role in project delivery from concept through to construction and commissioning.
Key Responsibilities

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- Develop comprehensive fire safety strategies and performance solutions in accordance with the National Construction Code (NCC), Australian Standards, and Fire Engineering Guidelines
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- Conduct fire risk assessments, fire and smoke modelling (using tools such as FDS, Pathfinder, PyroSim), evacuation analysis, and structural fire protection assessments
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- Design and specify active and passive fire protection systems, including detection, suppression, smoke control, and compartmentation
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- Provide expert fire engineering advice to architects, clients, certifiers, and authorities having jurisdiction (including FRNSW)
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- Prepare detailed fire engineering reports, fire safety engineering reports (FSER), and supporting documentation for Development Applications and Construction Certificates
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- Lead technical reviews, peer reviews, and value engineering exercises
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- Mentor and develop junior and intermediate fire engineers within the team
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- Collaborate closely with the broader MEP and hydraulic teams on integrated building services solutions
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What You’ll Bring n
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- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Fire Safety Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline
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- 8+ years of relevant experience in fire safety engineering within the building services or consulting environment in Australia
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- Proven track record delivering complex performance-based fire engineering solutions on large-scale projects
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- Strong technical expertise in fire dynamics, modelling software, and Australian regulatory frameworks (NCC, AS 2118, AS 2419, AS 1670, AS 3000, etc.)
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- Excellent report writing, presentation, and stakeholder management skills
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- CPEng, NPER, or eligibility for Chartered status with Engineers Australia (highly regarded)
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- Demonstrated leadership and ability to manage projects and teams effectively
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- Current Australian working rights
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Why Join Us? n
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- Work on exciting, landmark Sydney projects that push the boundaries of design and sustainability
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- Competitive Senior Associate remuneration package (well above market average), including performance bonuses
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- Flexible hybrid working arrangement with modern CBD offices
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- Transparent pathway for further career progression into Principal or Director level
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- Strong focus on professional development, conference attendance, and technical excellence
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- Collaborative, supportive culture with industry-leading fire engineering experts
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- Generous leave entitlements and employee wellbeing programs
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If you are a technically solid, client-focused Fire Safety Engineer ready to step into a senior leadership role and make a real impact on Sydney’s built environment, we would love to hear from you.n
Why CSA Recruitment? n
nCraig Andresen has been a professional Recruitment Consultant since 2006 and has been deeply embedded in the Australian Building, Civil & Structural Engineering industries since 2012, so he's exceptionally well-positioned to assist you with your next career move.n
nIf you would like to contact Craig Andresen regarding this role or anything else that may suit your skills & experience, please feel free to do so by following the details below:n
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nassured that CSA Recruitment treats all applications with the strictest confidence.n
Please note that we are only accepting applications from candidates currently residing in Australia who possess the relevant skills & experience required. n

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📌 Senior-Associate Fire Safety Engineer - Building Services (Sydney)
🏢 CSA Recruitment
📍 Sydney