The Company DDEG is a national specialist multi-disciplinary engineering consultancy that provides superior technical expertise in the field of building performance solutions. With offices in Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane, we have national exposure to all building types, occupancies and configurations. Holding a robust reputation for excellence, we take pride in our commitment to technical excellence, quality and client satisfaction.
About the Role
As a Senior Fire Safety Engineer at DDEG, your role will be critical in developing fire safety strategies and Performance Solutions across a wide range of projects while driving the achievement of key business objectives. This position offers a fantastic opportunity to advance your career and make a significant impact in the field of fire engineering. Responsibilities Include:
- Provide leadership and support to the team, including training for Graduates.
- Assistance with the development of business initiatives and client relationships.
- Working with the team State Manager / Director and assisting with day-to-day operational tasks.
- Identifying a need and hiring additional personnel.
- Assist the team State Manager / Director in conducting annual performance reviews of the team.
- Assist with business budgeting and forecasting on a quarterly and annual basis.
- Review and assist with pricing structures to ensure competitiveness and relevance.
- Assessing and evaluating fire safety solutions and innovations to ensure compliance with relevant building codes, and standards.
- Preparation of fee proposals.
- Conduct fire engineering analysis, calculations and modelling.
- Performing Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) simulations and fire and smoke modelling to assess fire behaviour and develop effective safety strategies.
- Conduct occupant egress modelling to analyse safe evacuation.
- Developing fire strategies to meet the Performance Requirements and local codes.
- Develop fire safety engineering performance solution reports.
- Collaborating with team members and stakeholders to provide holistic fire safety solutions.
- Develop innovative calculation tools and methodologies to enhance fire safety engineering analysis.
- Liaise directly with design team members and contractors, participating in design meetings/authority meetings/site inspections and client functions. Skills and
Qualifications:
- Minimum 5+ years of experience as a Fire Safety Engineer.
- A Postgraduate qualification specialising in fire safety will be viewed favourably.
- Chartered Professional Engineer status or state registration (fire safety) obtained will be viewed favourably but not essential.
- A Bachelor’s Degree (or higher) in Engineering (Mechanical preferred; Civil/Structural disciplines will also be considered).
- Experience in projects subject to Design Building Practitioners Act (Class 2, 3 & 9c buildings).
- Possession of a valid NSW driver's license and access to a readily available vehicle.
- Passion for improving fire safety in the built environment.
- Strong creativity, drive, and attention to detail.
- Proficient across Word/Excel/Outlook with a willingness to learn new software tools.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
- Exceptional customer service skills.
- Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively within a team.
- Proficiency in report writing and mentoring capabilities. Benefits DDEG values its employees' contributions and offers competitive remuneration, bonuses, and flexible work arrangements. We also offer the following
benefits:
- Great office culture and work environment;
- Regular team building and CPD opportunities;
- Market-leading resources; and
- Training/study opportunities. Apply If you feel like this is the right role for you, please do not hesitate to click on the 'Apply’ for this job button today as we will be reviewing applications on an ongoing basis. Note: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. Thank you in advance for your time.
📌 Senior Fire Safety Engineer (Rhodes)
🏢 DDEG
📍 Rhodes