Fire Designer

Astrum Recruitment; Parramatta; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Astrum Recruitment is seeking an experienced Design Engineer / Fire Protection Designer to join an established fire protection team in Parramatta. You will deliver fire protection designs across construction projects, producing compliant solutions and coordinating with Project Managers and site teams.

This hands-on role covers design, hydraulic calculations and fabrication drawings, with opportunity to mentor junior staff and contribute through the project lifecycle while ensuring adherence to

Qualifications

• Tertiary engineering qualification or substantial equivalent experience.
• Experience producing fire protection design solutions.
• Strong AutoCAD skills.
• Experience with Revit.
• Experience undertaking hydraulic calculations.
• Strong knowledge of Australian Standards and construction codes.
• Ability to interpret architectural/building plans and scope documents.
• Experience on multidisciplinary construction projects.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management.
• Current Engineer licence.

Responsibilities

• Produce fire protection design solutions using CAD and Revit.
• Perform hydraulic calculations to ensure compliance.
• Produce fabrication drawings and procurement information.
• Review designs with Design Management and site supervisors for compliance and constructability.
• Interpret building plans, project specifications and codes of practice.
• Review tender allowances and project specs against the Scope of Works.
• Prepare design documentation to support commissioning of systems.
• Attend design and project meetings as required.
• Conduct site visits to review progress and resolve design/construction issues.
• Coordinate corrective actions with Project Managers and engineers.
• Support and mentor Project Engineers, cadets and apprentices.
• Maintain compliance with codes, QA/QC requirements and project specs.

Skills

Fire protection design

Hydraulic calculations

Project delivery

Stakeholder management

Team mentorship

Independent yet collaborative work

Time management

Education

Engineering degree or substantial equivalent

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Design Engineer – Fire Protection An excellent opportunity for an experienced Design Engineer to join an established fire protection business, delivering design solutions across a diverse portfolio of construction projects.

• Fire Protection Design – CAD & Revit
• Work across design, hydraulic calculations and project delivery
• Join an established team delivering complex fire protection projects

THE ROLE

We are seeking an experienced Design Engineer / Fire Protection Designer to work closely with Project Managers and the wider Projects team to deliver high-quality fire protection solutions across a range of construction projects.

This is a hands‑on design position where you will be involved throughout the project lifecycle, producing compliant fire protection designs, undertaking hydraulic calculations, preparing fabrication drawings and supporting projects through construction and commissioning.

You will work closely with Project Managers, Design Management, supervisors and site teams to ensure designs are practical, compliant and delivered in accordance with project schedules, budgets, Australian Standards and client requirements.

Key responsibilities include:

• Produce fire protection design solutions in accordance with Australian Standards using CAD and Revit.
• Perform hydraulic calculations to ensure the suitability and compliance of designs.
• Produce fabrication sheets, drawings and associated procurement information.
• Review designs with Design Management and site supervisors to ensure compliance and constructability.
• Interpret building plans, project specifications, regulations and relevant codes of practice.
• Review tender allowances and project specifications against the contracted Scope of Works.
• Ensure appropriate design documentation is prepared to support commissioning of fire protection systems.
• Attend design and project meetings as required.
• Conduct site visits to review project progress and resolve design or construction issues.
• Review engineering deliverables and coordinate appropriate corrective actions where required.Work closely with Project Managers to ensure projects meet schedule, quality and commercial objectives.
• Support and mentor Project Engineers, cadets and apprentices where required.
• Maintain compliance with applicable codes, QA/QC requirements, performance standards and project specifications.

ABOUT YOU

You will be an experienced Designer or Design Engineer with a strong understanding of construction and the ability to translate project requirements into practical, compliant design solutions.

Fire protection industry experience will be highly regarded, particularly candidates with experience across fire system design, hydraulic calculations and construction delivery.

You will bring:

• Relevant tertiary qualification in engineering, construction management or a related discipline, or substantial equivalent industry experience.
• Experience producing fire protection design solutions.
• Strong AutoCAD skills.
• Experience with Revit.
• Experience undertaking hydraulic calculations.
• Strong understanding of Australian Standards, construction regulations, codes and industry requirements.
• Ability to interpret architectural/building plans, specifications and Scope of Works documentation.
• Strong understanding of construction processes and project delivery.
• Experience working across multidisciplinary construction projects.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work effectively with Project Managers, Engineers, site teams, subcontractors and clients.
• Strong organisation and time-management skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a project team.
• Current Engineer licence

WHY JOIN?

This is an opportunity to take on a varied technical role where your designs move beyond the drawing board and into real construction projects.

You will have the opportunity to:

• Work across the full design and project delivery lifecycle.
• Produce practical fire protection solutions using CAD and Revit.
• Gain exposure to a diverse range of construction projects.
• Work closely with experienced Project Managers, Engineers and construction professionals.
• Combine office-based design with site exposure and project coordination.
• Develop your technical and project delivery experience within the fire protection industry.
• Join a collaborative team with a strong focus on safety, quality and successful project outcomes.