Senior-Associate Fire Safety Engineer - Building Services

Bobak Ganjalibeik - Senior Mechanical Design Drafter - Jacobs; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration package

Hybrid work arrangement

Career progression to Principal/Direct

Professional development

Wellbeing programs

Job summary

Jacobs in Sydney is seeking a Senior-Associate Fire Safety Engineer to lead fire engineering for landmark projects. You will develop performance-based designs, guide junior engineers, and coordinate with MEP/design teams to balance regulatory compliance with architectural vision and client objectives.

This hybrid Sydney CBD role offers strong remuneration, professional development, and clear career progression toward Principal or Director level, with industry-leading fire engineering expertise

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Fire Safety Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline.
• 8+ years of relevant experience in fire safety engineering within building services/consulting in Australia.
• CPEng, NPER, or eligibility for Chartered status with Engineers Australia (highly regarded).
• Demonstrated leadership and ability to manage projects and teams effectively.
• Current Australian working rights.

Responsibilities

• Develop fire safety strategies and performance solutions per NCC, Australian Standards, and Fire Engineering Guidelines.
• Conduct fire risk assessments, fire and smoke modelling (FDS, Pathfinder, PyroSim), evacuation analysis, and structural fire protection assessments.
• Design and specify active and passive fire protection systems including detection, suppression, smoke control, and compartmentation.
• Provide expert fire engineering advice to architects, clients, certifiers and authorities.
• Prepare detailed fire engineering reports and FSERs for DA and Construction Certificates.
• Lead technical reviews, peer reviews, and value engineering exercises.
• Mentor and develop junior/intermediate fire engineers within the team.
• Collaborate with broader MEP/hydraulic teams on integrated building services solutions.

Skills

Leadership

Report writing

Stakeholder management

Presentation

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Fire Safety/Mechanical Engineering

Tools

FDS

Pathfinder

PyroSim

Job description

Senior-Associate Fire Safety Engineer - Building Services

Senior-Associate – Fire Safety Engineer Building Services Engineering Sydney CBD / Hybrid | Excellent Salary Package + Super + Bonuses

We are a well-established, award-winning multidisciplinary Building Services Engineering consultancy in Sydney, delivering innovative and sustainable design solutions for some of the city’s most iconic and complex developments.

Due to continued growth and major project wins, we are seeking an experienced Senior-Associate Fire Safety Engineer to join our specialist Fire Engineering team.

This senior role offers the opportunity to provide technical leadership, mentor emerging talent, and shape fire safety strategies for high-profile commercial, residential, healthcare, education, and infrastructure projects across Greater Sydney and NSW.

As a Senior-Associate, you will lead the development of fire safety engineering solutions, including performance-based designs that balance regulatory compliance with architectural vision and client objectives. You will play a pivotal role in project delivery from concept through to construction and commissioning.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive fire safety strategies and performance solutions in accordance with the National Construction Code (NCC), Australian Standards, and Fire Engineering Guidelines
• Conduct fire risk assessments, fire and smoke modelling (using tools such as FDS, Pathfinder, PyroSim), evacuation analysis, and structural fire protection assessments
• Design and specify active and passive fire protection systems, including detection, suppression, smoke control, and compartmentation
• Provide expert fire engineering advice to architects, clients, certifiers, and authorities having jurisdiction (including FRNSW)
• Prepare detailed fire engineering reports, fire safety engineering reports (FSER), and supporting documentation for Development Applications and Construction Certificates
• Lead technical reviews, peer reviews, and value engineering exercises
• Mentor and develop junior and intermediate fire engineers within the team
• Collaborate closely with the broader MEP and hydraulic teams on integrated building services solutions

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Fire Safety Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline
• 8+ years of relevant experience in fire safety engineering within the building services or consulting environment in Australia
• Proven track record delivering complex performance-based fire engineering solutions on large-scale projects
• Strong technical expertise in fire dynamics, modelling software, and Australian regulatory frameworks (NCC, AS 2118, AS 2419, AS 1670, AS 3000, etc.)
• Excellent report writing, presentation, and stakeholder management skills
• CPEng, NPER, or eligibility for Chartered status with Engineers Australia (highly regarded)
• Demonstrated leadership and ability to manage projects and teams effectively
• Current Australian working rights

Why Join Us?

• Work on exciting, landmark Sydney projects that push the boundaries of design and sustainability
• Competitive Senior Associate remuneration package (well above market average), including performance bonuses
• Flexible hybrid working arrangement with modern CBD offices
• Clear pathway for further career progression into Principal or Director level
• Strong focus on professional development, conference attendance, and technical excellence
• Collaborative, supportive culture with industry-leading fire engineering experts
• Generous leave entitlements and employee wellbeing programs