Fire Safety Engineer

The Legends Agency; Durban; On-site; ZAR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Durban is seeking an experienced Senior Fire Safety Engineering Consultant to lead the design and implementation of fire protection systems. This role requires overseeing projects from conception to completion while mentoring junior engineers. Candidates must possess a Mechanical Engineering degree and at least 10 years of consulting engineering experience. Join a dynamic team to deliver impactful engineering solutions across various projects.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Ongoing career development and growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Must be a Registered Professional Engineer with ECSA.
• Minimum 10 years of consulting engineering experience.
• At least 5 years post-registration as a professional engineer.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design of fire protection systems.
• Oversee the entire project from conception to handover.
• Supervise and mentor junior engineers and draughtsmen.
• Manage contractor performance and ensure compliance.
• Conduct fire safety audits and produce reports.
• Monitor project progress, timelines, and budgets.
• Provide expert advice to clients.

Skills

Strong technical knowledge of fire safety engineering principles and systems

Excellent project management skills

In-depth understanding of national building regulations

Exceptional leadership and communication skills

Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

Proficiency with fire safety design software

Education

Mechanical Engineering Degree (BSc/BEng) or B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Overview

Senior Fire Safety Engineering Consultant – Location: Based in Amanzimtoti, KZN. We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Fire Safety Engineering Consultant to take on a leadership role in the design, engineering, and administration of fire protection systems across multiple projects. You will oversee the entire project lifecycle from conceptual design to project handover, ensuring fire safety systems meet regulations. The role involves supervising a team of junior engineers and draughtsmen and collaborating with stakeholders to deliver projects on time and to the highest standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Design & Engineering: Lead the design of fire protection systems including sprinklers, detection, gas suppression, and smoke ventilation.
• Project Management: Oversee the entire project from conception to handover, including cost estimation, rational fire design reports, and approval from relevant authorities.
• Team Leadership: Supervise and mentor junior engineers and draughtsmen, ensuring high-quality designs and effective project delivery.
• Contract Administration: Manage contractor performance, inspect the quality of on-site work, ensure compliance with contract documents, and handle variation orders.
• Auditing & Reporting: Conduct fire safety audits and produce detailed, actionable reports with recommendations based on fire engineering best practices.
• Internal Management: Monitor project progress, timelines, and budgets to ensure timely delivery and adherence to quality standards.
• Client Interaction: Provide expert advice to clients and maintain clear communication to ensure project milestones and expectations are met.

Qualifications, Experience, and Professional Registration

• Education: A Mechanical Engineering Degree (BSc/BEng) or B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited South African university or institute.
• Professional Registration: Must be a Registered Professional Engineer with ECSA (Engineering Council of South Africa). This is non-negotiable.
• Experience: Minimum 10 years of consulting engineering experience, with at least 5 years post-registration as a professional engineer. Expertise in fire protection system design, including sprinkler systems, detection, gas suppression, smoke ventilation, and rational fire design reports (in accordance with BS7974).

Skills & Competencies

• Strong technical knowledge of fire safety engineering principles and systems.
• Excellent project management skills, with a proven ability to manage budgets, timelines, and teams.
• In-depth understanding of national building regulations and fire safety standards.
• Exceptional leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and ensure successful delivery.
• Proficiency with fire safety design software and related engineering tools.

Why Join Us?

• Work on diverse and challenging projects on a national and international scale.
• Lead a talented team of engineers and professionals in a dynamic and supportive environment.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Ongoing career development and growth opportunities.