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Senior Fire Protection Engineer | Landmark Brisbane Projects


Company : Connexus Recruitment


Location : Brisbane, Queensland


Created : 2026-03-10


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

You''re already a capable Fire Protection Engineer. You know how to design systems, coordinate with other disciplines and deliver projects through to completion. But maybe right now you''re stuck reviewing drawings, pigeonholed into one sector, or waiting years for the next step. This role gives you the chance to own the fire protection design on major projects, work alongside national specialist teams and build your technical reputation on projects that will genuinely stand out on your portfolio. Youll be involved from early design through to documentation and construction support, collaborating with mechanical, electrical and hydraulic engineers to deliver integrated building services solutions. And because the team is growing, youll also mentor junior engineers, helping shape the next generation while continuing to develop your own expertise. Where you''ll be working Youll be joining a global multi-discipline engineering consultancy with offices across Australia, the UK, Europe and the Middle East. The business delivers integrated engineering services across mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, fire, sustainability, civil and structural disciplines. With hundreds of engineers nationally and thousands globally, they work across sectors including commercial, residential, healthcare, education, aviation and missioncritical infrastructure. What this means for you: you''ll have the backing, resources and project pipeline of a large consultancy without being stuck in a narrow technical silo. What you''ll be doing Youll take ownership of fire protection design across a range of building projects, including Designing fire protection systems in accordance with NCC and Australian Standards Coordinating fire services with mechanical, electrical and hydraulic engineering teams Producing and reviewing technical reports, drawings and specifications Reviewing models and documentation prepared by drafters Providing technical guidance and mentoring junior engineers Collaborating with specialist teams nationally on complex design challenges Youll be designing systems including Automatic sprinkler systems (wet, dry and preaction) Fire hydrant and hose reel systems Fire detection and emergency warning systems Smoke control and smoke exhaust systems Fire suppression systems including gas and water mist Fire pumps, tanks and water supply systems Portable extinguishers and fire blankets What youll need This role would suit someone who enjoys owning their work technically and contributing to multidisciplinary design teams. Ideally you will have Around 5+ years'' experience in fire protection engineering within a consultancy Strong experience designing wet and dry fire protection systems The ability to deliver fire protection design from concept through documentation Experience across commercial or residential building projects A degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering Experience working on data centre or missioncritical projects would be advantageous but not essential. What youll get in return The opportunity to design fire systems on major Brisbane developments Exposure to a broad range of sectors including education, aviation, commercial and infrastructure Collaboration with Australian and international engineering specialists Clear career pathways across technical, project leadership or management tracks Flexible and hybrid working arrangements Competitive salary and benefits aligned with major consultancies Interested? If this sounds like the kind of role youd like to explore, reach out for a confidential conversation. Your CV doesn''t need to be up to date. Just send what you have or contact Gareth McCafferty on 0403 625 836 or emial [email protected] for a chat. #J-18808-Ljbffr