Fire Protection Engineer - Building ServicesHybrid

Job Opportunity: Fire Protection Engineer at WSP Melbourne

WSP Melbourne is looking for a skilled and experienced Fire Protection Engineer to become a part of our vibrant team. As a top global engineering and professional services firm, WSP is dedicated to providing innovative solutions and outstanding service to our clients. We welcome both full-time and part-time applications; if you are interested in part-time work, please include a cover letter detailing your availability.

What You’ll Do:

As a Fire Protection Engineer (wet and dry fire designs), you will be part of a wider network of professional engineers working on both local and national projects. Specific activities will include, but are not limited to:

• Provide fire protection design expertise on both single and multi-disciplinary projects, ensuring compliance with technical, commercial, safety, and regulatory standards.
• Deliver best practices and outcomes for clients, effectively saving on costs and time while producing high-quality fire protection engineering design and documentation.
• Take the lead on small to medium-sized engineering design projects while supporting larger initiatives, fostering a collaborative environment.
• Communicate effectively with external stakeholders (clients, authorities) and internal teams (colleagues, managers) to ensure project success.
• Build solid client relationships and recognize business development opportunities, representing and promoting the business in local and regional markets.
• Mentor and support the development of junior engineers, contributing to the growth of the Property and Buildings group’s strategic goals.

About You:

• Bachelor of Engineering (e.g., Mechanical Engineering) or equivalent industry experience, with around 5 to 8+ years in Australian building services projects.
• High level of expertise in fire protection engineering and design documentation, along with thorough knowledge of relevant Standards and Codes (AS/NZS, NCC, etc.) for building services projects.
• Understanding of BIM, NavisWorks, and Revit MEP is highly desirable, with basic to intermediate REVIT skills preferred.
• Ideally, you have experience in a consulting engineering environment, though backgrounds in D&C contracting will also be considered. Holding a Degree in Engineering or Building Services is essential, and pursuing chartership is highly desirable.
• A minimum of 4 years working within the local building services sector, with a proven ability to manage medium and large complex projects, particularly in areas like transport infrastructure, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, data centres, large commercial projects, and world-class sporting arenas.
• We will consider applications from intermediate to senior level engineers.

Why Join WSP Melbourne?

• Opportunity to work on exciting and challenging projects.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment.
• Professional development and career growth opportunities.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.

If you are passionate about fire protection engineering and want to make a difference in the industry, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your resume and cover letter to kimberley.aird@wsp.com.

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.

Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.

An employee Share Purchase Plan is available to all our permanent employees who wish to become owners and vested partners in WSP’s collective success. To find out more about our commitment to the health and wellbeing of our people, and the programs we’ve designed to help you thrive, go to our Employee Benefits page.

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