Senior Fire Protection Engineer

WSP Global Inc.; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP Melbourne is seeking an experienced Fire Protection Engineer to join our Building Services team in Melbourne. You will drive fire protection design excellence across complex projects, mentor junior engineers, and contribute to the growth of our Melbourne office.

You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, deliver compliant design solutions, and maintain strong client relationships while upholding WSP’s professional standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical or equivalent) with 5+ years' experience in building services.
• Strong fire protection design and documentation capabilities.
• Familiarity with Revit MEP, BIM workflows, and coordination tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead fire protection design (wet and dry systems) and ensure compliance with Australian Standards, NCC and client requirements.
• Deliver high-quality documentation and cost-effective design solutions.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers and external stakeholders across diverse project sectors.
• Build strong client relationships and represent WSP professionally.
• Support business development activities and grow Melbourne market presence.
• Mentor junior team members and foster a collaborative team culture.
• Bring fresh thinking, initiative and technical rigour to projects.

Skills

Fire protection design

Documentation

Communication skills

Consulting experience

Education

Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical or equivalent)

Tools

Revit MEP

BIM workflows

Job description

Intermediate - Senior Fire Protection Engineer

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Job Description

Job Description

Are you ready to bring your energy, ideas, and passion to a team that delivers fire protection engineering across some of Melbourne’s most exciting building projects?

WSP Melbourne is seeking an experienced Fire Protection Engineer to join our growing Building Services team. As one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms, WSP delivers innovative, sustainable solutions across sectors including Aviation, Healthcare, Mission Critical, Residential Towers, Education and Commercial Buildings.

What You’ll Do

As a Fire Protection Engineer, you’ll drive fire protection design excellence across a variety of complex and high‑profile building projects. You’ll work closely with multidisciplinary teams, mentor junior engineers, and contribute to the ongoing growth and capability of our Melbourne office.

Your Responsibilities Will Include

• Leading fire protection design (wet and dry systems) and ensuring compliance with Australian Standards, NCC and client requirements
• Delivering high‑quality documentation and cost‑effective design solutions
• Collaborating with architects, engineers and external stakeholders across diverse project sectors
• Building strong client relationships and representing WSP with professionalism
• Supporting business development activities and helping grow our presence in the Melbourne market
• Mentoring junior team members and fostering a supportive, collaborative team culture
• Bringing fresh thinking, initiative and technical rigour to every project

About You

You’re not just technically strong — you’re excited about what’s ahead for fire protection engineering and ready to take the next step.

• Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical or equivalent) with 5+ years’ experience in building services
• Strong technical capability in fire protection design and documentation
• Familiarity with Revit MEP, BIM workflows and coordination tools
• Consulting experience is ideal, but we welcome candidates from D&C backgrounds ready to transition into consulting
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to connect confidently with clients and project partners
• A positive, proactive mindset and genuine passion for engineering

Join a team of passionate, talented individuals who are shaping the future of Australia’s built environment — and imagine a better future for your career.