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Job Title


Senior Fire Engineer


Company : Hatch


Location : Brisbane, Queensland


Created : 2025-12-12


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 65 years of business and technical expertise in mining, energy, and infrastructure, our 10,000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. We are looking for a highly motivated Fire Safety Engineer to join our Project Delivery Group (PDG) in Brisbane. Responsibilities Conduct fire risk analysis, code compliance assessments, and conceptual fire safety designs. Provide independent detail engineering and consulting on projects with respect to the International Building & Fire Codes and related NFPA, FM Global standards. Perform fire hazard assessment design calculations and ensure plans comply with relevant codes and standards. Develop performance-based strategies and/or code alternates, utilizing fire engineering. Contribute to or prepare technical reports in various phases of engineering. Support site field visits to obtain information and data to support projects. Participate in and contribute to design reviews. Prepare, review and issue material requisition for mechanical equipment such as fire water pumps, foam systems, sprinkler and spray systems, and firefighting equipment. Prepare, review and evaluate vendor technical bid evaluations and queries for mechanical equipment. Provide services across sectors including mining, power, nuclear, thermal, infrastructure, and oil and gas. Prepare hazardous area classification. Perform hydraulic calculation reports. Provide inputs for piping and instrument diagrams (P&ID). Perform fire and gas location layout and philosophy. Perform consequence modeling and gas dispersion studies. Desirable Software Skills DNV PHAST and SAFETI PIPENET AFT Fathom CFD modeling Qualifications Fulltime Bachelors or Masters degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering from an accredited institution. Postgraduate qualification in Fire Engineering considered a strong asset. Aptitude toward alternative compliance approaches and outside the box thinking. Strong written and verbal communication skills; interpersonal and relationshipmanagement skills. Skills Required Problemsolving and decisionmaking skills. Experience 820 years. Ability to work alone or in a team under minimum supervision. Understanding of cost, quality, and timeline goals. Good businessrelationship management skills. Timemanagement skills and adaptability to change. Strong interpersonal communication skills in complex and changing environments. Experience within a large, multidisciplinary EPC/EPCM environment; experience in metals and minerals processing industry an advantage. Thorough knowledge of industry or regulatory standards, regulations, and codes pertinent to the design and systems related to projects. Understanding of other discipline interfaces and requirements. Good understanding of the flow of information and data within a project environment. Understanding of commercial management as it relates to equipment packages or contracts. Understanding of construction and commissioning methodologies for the discipline. Familiarity with operability and maintainability reviews, HAZOP studies. Commitment to achieving engineering excellence. Ability to apply technical knowledge to practical problems. Desire to learn and continually develop. Strong personal commitment to safety. Why Join Us Work with great people to make a difference. Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions. Top employer experience. What We Offer You Flexible work environment. Longterm career development. Think globally, work locally. We believe in fostering a diverse, inclusive workplace that encourages innovation. If youre interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if your past experiences dont perfectly align with the skills listed. Were an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status. If you have an accommodation requirement, please let us know. We will make reasonable efforts to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation. Seniority Level MidSenior Level Employment Type Fulltime Job Function Design, Consulting, and Engineering Industries MiningOil and Gas #J-18808-Ljbffr