Fire Protection Modeller

KBR Careers; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

KBR is seeking a Fire Protection Modeller to join our Buildings team in Sydney. You will design and model hydraulic and fire service systems for major infrastructure projects, working under general supervision as a technical specialist.

A strong background in hydraulic modelling, Revit MEP and AutoCAD is essential, with experience on large-scale projects highly regarded. The role offers opportunities for professional growth within a global company, with a focus on collaboration and delivering

Qualifications

• Experience in hydraulic and/or fire modelling in building services.
• Proficiency in Revit MEP and AutoCAD.
• Strong understanding of hydraulic systems and Australian codes and standards.
• Ability to produce drawings/models with minimal supervision.
• Experience on large-scale infrastructure projects is highly regarded.
• Familiarity with Navisworks, ACC, and Revizto.
• Knowledge of PDF tools such as Bluebeam or PDF Exchange.

Responsibilities

• Design and model hydraulic and fire service systems for infrastructure projects.
• Plan, schedule and conduct work using engineering techniques and criteria.
• Produce drawings and models with minimal supervision and collaboration across disciplines.

Skills

Hydraulic modelling

Fire modelling

Autonomy

Team collaboration

Tools

Revit MEP

AutoCAD

Navisworks

Revizto

Bluebeam

Job description

Fire Protection Modeller

Our purpose is, together, deliver infrastructure for a better tomorrow. In Australia, KBR Employ over 1400 people with offices in each state. Our project delivery track record, industry profile and strong relationships have enabled us to grow significantly, and we continue to expand. This continued growth allows us to offer unrivalled opportunities to our staff in terms of career paths, career development and project exposure. Creating a superb culture is also huge for us and a key part of our success and growth. At KBR culture is not just a meaningless word. Genuine collaboration across the business is integral to how we work. As a company KBR have created an open, inclusive organisation where people matter, are valued, and cared about. By joining KBR you can be assured that you are joining a team that pulls in the same direction and shares common values. We are renowned for working in partnership with our clients and construction partners to deliver exceptional outcomes based on our collaborative approach and our “One Team” value.

The Opportunity

KBR have an exciting opportunity for a Fire Modeller to join our Buildings team in Sydney. This is a key role in the business and a great opportunity for someone looking to join a global company and take the next big step in their career. You will be heavily involved in a range of infrastructure projects focusing on the design and modeling of hydraulic and fire service systems. This role works under general supervision as a technical specialist and performs all conventional aspects of hydraulic design while also devising new approaches to problems encountered. You will have an opportunity to plan, schedule, and conduct work requiring judgment in the independent evaluation, selection, and adaptation of engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria.

Who are you?

• Experience in hydraulic and/or fire modelling or a similar role in the building services industry.
• Proficiency in Revit MEP and AutoCAD.
• Strong understanding of hydraulic systems and relevant Australian codes and standards.
• Ability to produce drawings/models with minimal supervision.
• Experience working on large-scale infrastructure projects is highly regarded.
• Familiarity with Navisworks, ACC, and Revizto.
• Knowledge of PDF software tools such as Bluebeam or PDF Exchange.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.

At KBR, we value you – here’s how

In addition to working on some fantastic projects, KBR offer an array of benefits focused on providing our people with a great working environment, continual career development, family friendly flexible work arrangements and work/life balance. Our culture, and our genuine focus on our people is a major factor in our success and we want you to be part of our journey.

Typical benefits include:

• Industry leading salaries, reviewed annually
• Time in Lieu system, with option for additional day off per month (32 days in total)
• Salary packaging and Novated leases
• Paid professional membership fees
• Life/Health insurance discounts
• Flexible work arrangements (start/finish times, WFH, Flex time)
• End of trip facilities
• Employee stock purchase plans
• Paid parental leave
• Personal Career development plans
• Growth and promotion opportunities
• Diversity and Inclusion support

KBR has all the benefits of a global organization with a local company feel. You’ll get to know everyone in the Australia business and won’t just be a number.

KBR values an inclusive and diverse work environment, and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Our hiring decisions are based on the key requirements of each role and candidates are selected based on their unique strengths and experiences.

Our values

In everything we do, we are guided by our ONE KBR Values: We Value Our People – We create diverse, inclusive environments in which each person can feel safe, respected and valued, and where everyone has opportunities to grow and reach their full potential. We Deliver – We are uncompromising in our commitment to deliver innovative, high-quality, technology-led solutions for our customers and exceptional, sustainable value for all our stakeholders. We Are People of Integrity – We value honesty, trust, courage, fairness, prudence and tenacity. We believe doing what’s right for the planet, the communities where we work, and our people is good for business. We Empower – We empower our people with a shared purpose, the right tools and the supportive culture they need to be proactive decision-makers, to be adaptive to change, and to succeed. We Are a Team of Teams – We have a will to succeed, but we value the achievements of our team of teams over individual accomplishments. Our collective focus makes us a better, stronger, more effective company. We have also embedded environmental, social and governance (ESG) principles in every business operation and corporate function. Not only are we committed to operating safely, sustainably and equitably, but we are also committed to using our capabilities and expertise to help our customers accomplish their sustainability goals.

Worldwide, KBR employs a diverse workforce approximately 29,000 people strong, with customers in more than 80 countries and operations in 40 countries. At KBR, We Deliver.