Lead Fire Protection Engineer – Building Systems & Safety

AECOM; Canberra; Hybrid; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Up to 6 weeks extra annual leave

Flexible public holidays

Professional development support

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a Principal Fire Protection Engineer to lead design and delivery on major building and infrastructure projects. You will operate between senior and associate director levels, guiding technical delivery while expanding client relationships and discipline development.

Across defence, education, health and more, you’ll shape robust fire protection solutions, mentor engineers, and collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and structural teams to deliver integrated outcomes.

Qualifications

• Ideally, 9+ years’ experience in Fire Protection / Services Engineering within an engineering consultancy or relevant government/contractor environment, with strong design and project delivery capability.
• Demonstrated experience leading medium to large, multi-disciplinary projects and coordinating project teams.
• Strong technical capability across fire suppression systems, fire water infrastructure, fire detection, alarm and EWIS systems, with experience in both wet and dry systems.
• Ability to manage client relationships, contribute to bid preparation and lead successful project outcomes.
• Relevant engineering degree with professional accreditation (NER, RPEQ or FPAS – Fire Systems Design) or eligibility to obtain.
• Experience using industry-standard tools such as Hyena, Revizto, Revit or AutoCAD.

Responsibilities

• Lead fire protection design and delivery across complex projects, from early concept and detailed design through to construction support and commissioning.
• Provide high-level technical input across wet and dry fire protection systems including fire hydrants, hose reels, sprinkler systems, alternative suppression systems, gas suppression, detection and EWIS/evacuation systems.
• Oversee design compliance with the NCC, Australian Standards and relevant authorities, ensuring robust safety, quality and performance outcomes.
• Act as a key client interface—building trusted relationships, supporting project acquisition and contributing to business development initiatives.
• Mentor and guide engineers across the team, fostering strong technical capability and supporting career development.
• Coordinate effectively with mechanical, electrical, structural and specialist engineering teams to deliver integrated, multi-disciplinary building solutions.
• Contribute to discipline strategy, technical standards and continuous improvement across the national Fire Protection Engineering practice.

Skills

Fire protection design

Project leadership

Client engagement

Multi-disciplinary coordination

Standards compliance

Education

Engineering degree with professional accreditation (NER/RPEQ/FPAS)

Tools

Hyena

Revizto

Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

AECOM is seeking a Principal Fire Protection Engineer to lead design and delivery on major building and infrastructure projects. You will operate between senior and associate director levels, guiding technical delivery while expanding client relationships and discipline development.

Across defence, education, health and more, you’ll shape robust fire protection solutions, mentor engineers, and collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and structural teams to deliver integrated outcomes.