Senior/Associate Fire Engineer

Job title:

Senior/Associate Fire Engineer

Company

Ignis Global

Job description

Position : Senior/Associate Fire EngineerLocation : Gold CoastEmployment Type : 9-day, 76 hour fortnight. Work from home 1 day per week to schedule agreed with managementProvisional Start Date : March 2025Package : Flexible starting salary, commensurate with experience + performance-based bonusesIn case you need it, our client can sponsor your and your family’s VISA as well. International candidates are welcome to apply.Role Overview :Our client in Gold Coast is looking for a driven and self-sufficient Senior/Associate Fire Engineer to join their expanding team. If you are already present in Gold Coast, you must be aware of its incredible lifestyle.For those considering a move, Gold Coast stands as one of Australia’s fastest-growing regions, drawing new businesses and development, and is just over an hour from Queensland’s capital, Brisbane. It will also host the 2032 Olympics and offers a remarkably stable climate.Our client is a small-medium sized fire consulting firm that has been around for over 20 years, providing a broad array of project opportunities across various building types and sizes.With deep expertise in fire code reform and a solid track record of gaining regulatory acceptance from both state and national bodies, this firm is well-positioned to secure approval for innovative and safe solutions.The company’s goal is to deliver cost-effective, reliable solutions through a highly skilled team. It prioritizes creating a positive work environment with high job satisfaction, work-life balance, professional growth, and a strong quality assurance framework.Effective advocacy skills are key to navigating Australia’s dual regulatory framework, which includes both prescriptive “deemed-to-satisfy” codes and alternative performance requirements. Strong communication and a mature, solution-oriented approach are essential for working collaboratively with building professionals and fire brigades.Key Responsibilities :As a Senior level Fire Engineer, you’ll lead a small team of engineers, overseeing projects, and ensuring profitability. Your core duties include:

• Producing well-structured, concise reports that clearly outline proposed solutions with low liability risk, supporting straightforward project approvals. Reports must be timely;
• Liaising with other consultants e.g architects, certifiers and services engineers;
• Supervision and mentoring of junior engineers;
• Develop fee proposals & build strong client relationships;
• Meeting with the fire brigade and advocating performance solutions;
• Using and sensibility checking computer program use including FDS, CFAST and Firewind;
• Reviewing reports to company quality standards;
• Completing at least 50 hours of continuing professional development annually, including attending seminars, mentoring engineers etc.
• Addressing administrative tasks and contributing to the team and company’s goals by proactively solving challenges.

Qualifications required :

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or science with postgraduate studies in fire engineering to professional level recognized by state and federal accreditation bodies;
• 5-6+ years experience in fire engineering;
• Strong communication skills and a commitment to mentoring and professional growth.

If you are looking to get more information about this role and the benefits, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us!

Expected salary

Location

Youghal, Co Cork

Job date

Sat, 16 Nov 2024 05:59:25 GMT

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