Senior Wet Fire Systems Operations Lead

BGIS; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Safe Fire Electrical is seeking an experienced Operations Manager - Wet Fire Protection Systems to lead our Wet Fire division in South Australia. You will oversee installation, testing, servicing and maintenance across commercial, industrial, and residential clients, while ensuring safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.

This senior role manages a team of technicians and apprentices, drives project scheduling and budgeting, builds client relationships, and advances continuous improvement and

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience within the fire protection industry, with strong expertise in wet fire systems.
• Previous experience in an operational management or leadership role.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects, contracts, teams, and stakeholders simultaneously.
• Relevant trade qualification in Plumbing, Fire Protection, Mechanical Services, or related discipline.
• Current Driver's Licence and White Card.
• Industry-specific fire protection licences and management qualifications are highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Leading the day-to-day operations of the Wet Fire Protection Systems division
• Managing installation, testing, servicing, and maintenance activities across a diverse client portfolio
• Ensuring compliance with relevant Australian Standards, including AS2118, AS2419, AS2441, and applicable legislation
• Overseeing project scheduling, workforce planning, resource allocation, and budgets
• Leading, mentoring, and developing technicians, apprentices, and operational staff
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, consultants, builders, suppliers, and regulatory authorities
• Managing tender submissions, quotations, contracts, and commercial outcomes
• Driving quality assurance initiatives and continuous improvement programs
• Ensuring compliance with Workplace Health and Safety requirements across all operations
• Monitoring operational performance, financial outcomes, and growth opportunities, while reporting to senior leadership

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Budgeting

Forecasting

Communication

Problem-solving

Safety compliance

Education

Trade qualification in Plumbing / Fire Protection / Mechanical Services

Job description

Safe Fire Electrical is seeking an experienced Operations Manager - Wet Fire Protection Systems to lead our Wet Fire division in South Australia. You will oversee installation, testing, servicing and maintenance across commercial, industrial, and residential clients, while ensuring safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.

This senior role manages a team of technicians and apprentices, drives project scheduling and budgeting, builds client relationships, and advances continuous improvement and