Technical Officer

Fire & Safety Industries Pty Ltd; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 85,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration

Professional development

Job summary

Fire & Safety Industries Pty Ltd is seeking a proactive Technical Officer in Brisbane to support the Technical and Product Development team. The role is flexible (part-time or full-time) and focuses on CAD drawing creation, documentation, and product development, using Autodesk Inventor.

You will assist with technical documentation, drawings, and research to support ongoing product range growth, while ensuring quality and compliance across records.

Qualifications

• Experience in Engineering, Mechanical Design or Drafting.
• Proficiency with CAD and 3D modelling, preferably Autodesk Inventor.
• Strong document control and data management skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain 2D and 3D CAD drawings using Autodesk software.
• Assist with component design, product development, and technical research.
• Support new product development projects and contribute to achieving project deliverables.
• Assist with the preparation of technical documentation and records.
• Ensure technical documentation complies with customer, regulatory, and company requirements.
• Maintain accurate engineering records, drawings, and revision control.
• Provide general administrative support to the Technical Department as required.

Skills

CAD skills

Mechanical aptitude

Engineering docs

Time management

Teamwork

Tools

Autodesk Inventor

Microsoft Office

Job description

• Location 2 Devlan Street,Mansfield, QLD, 4122,Australia
• Job Category Head Office
• Employee Type Part Time
• Manage Others No

Contact information

• Contact Name People and Culture Team
• Contact Phone [phone]
• Contact Email [e-mail]

Description

About Us: Fire and Safety Industries (FSI) is an Australian-owned company specialising in the design, manufacture, supply, and servicing of fire suppression systems for the mining and construction industries. Headquartered in Brisbane, we operate through a network of branches and distributors across Australia and Internationally.

Job Opportunity

We are seeking a proactive and detail oriented Technical Officer to support our Technical and Product Development team. This role is flexible and could be either part-time or full-time depending on your experience and skill set. It is ideal for someone with strong CAD skills, a mechanical aptitude, and a passion for engineering documentation and product development. The successful applicant will assist with the preparation of technical documentation, engineering drawings, and research and development activities that support the ongoing growth of our product range.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain 2D and 3D CAD drawings using Autodesk software.
• Assist with component design, product development, and technical research.
• Support new product development projects and contribute to achieving project deliverables.
• Assist with the preparation of technical documentation and records.
• Ensure technical documentation complies with customer, regulatory, and company requirements.
• Maintain accurate engineering records, drawings, and revision control.
• Provide general administrative support to the Technical Department as required.

About You

While previous fire suppression industry experience is not essential, you will possess strong attention to detail, excellent organisational skills, and experience working with CAD software. You should possess the following qualifications and skills:

• Experience in Engineering, Mechanical Design, Drafting, or a related discipline.
• Experience using CAD and 3D modelling software, preferably Autodesk Inventor.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong document control and data management skills.
• Excellent time management and organisational abilities.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and within a team environment.
• Commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement.

Why Join FSI?

• Competitive remuneration package.
• Exceptional learning and professional development opportunities.
• Exposure to a diverse range of engineering and fire protection systems.
• Opportunity to contribute to innovative product development projects.
• Supportive team environment within a growing Australian company.

Additional Information

Fire and Safety Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to maintaining a safe and healthy workplace. Successful applicants will be required to undergo a pre-employment medical assessment and drug and alcohol screening. For further information about Fire and Safety Industries, please visit our Careers page.