Fire Builder Queensland Pty Ltd - Brisbane QLD

Fire Builder is a quick-growing fire protection design, supply and installation company delivering fire sprinkler and fire alarm projects across Australia. As our project pipeline continues to expand, we're looking for an experienced Fire Systems Designer to join our design team.

About the role

You will take ownership of fire sprinkler and fire alarm designs from concept through to construction-ready documentation. Working from initial requirements or consultant briefs, you'll collaborate with estimating, project management and installation teams to deliver compliant, practical and accurate designs.

Key responsibilities
Design fire sprinkler and fire alarm systems from concept through to construction documentation
Interpret consultant briefs, specifications and performance-based requirements
Prepare hydraulic calculations, layout drawings and system documentation
Ensure designs meet applicable Australian Standards, FM Global Datasheets and relevant authority requirements
Prepare fabrication cut sheets and material lists for procurement
Attend design coordination meetings with clients, consultants and project stakeholders




Support estimating with preliminary design input and technical advice
Coordinate with project managers and installation teams to resolve design and site queries
Maintain accurate documentation and revision control through platforms including Procore, Aconex and Site Circles

About you
Proven experience designing both fire sprinkler and fire alarm systems in Australia
Relevant QBCC Water Based and Electrical Design Licences or RPEQ registration appropriate to the role
Competent using Revit, MicroBIM Fire and Hyena, or equivalent hydraulic design software
Solid knowledge of relevant Australian Standards, including AS 2118 and AS 1670, FM Global Datasheets and applicable building code and authority requirements
Confident communicating with clients, consultants and project teams
Comfortable working independently, developing designs from initial requirements and consultant briefs
Organised, accountable and committed to accurate, buildable design outcomes

Why Join Fire Builder
Ownership of design delivery across a growing pipeline of projects
Team-oriented team culture
Be part of a supportive team that values collaboration and accountability

📌 Fire System Designer Brisbane
🏢 Fire Builder Queensland
📍 Brisbane