Junior Fire Consultant

The Recruitment Pig; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 620,000; Full time

Job summary

The Recruitment Pig is seeking a Fire Protection Engineer to work on-site at a major corporate client. You will conduct risk assessments, contribute to the design of fire detection systems, ensure designs align with national building regulations, and produce technical reports for approvals and sign-offs.

You will perform regular site inspections, coordinate with on-site teams, and stay current with fire safety codes in a collaborative, learning-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree required (Mechanical or related).
• At least 1 year in fire protection engineering.
• Basic knowledge of AutoCAD or Revit is beneficial.
• Candidate Engineer registration with ECSA is an advantage.
• Strong time management to handle daily tasks.

Responsibilities

• Conduct basic fire risk assessments at a large corporate office site.
• Help design fire detection systems using standard engineering software tools.
• Check that all designs follow national building regulations very closely.
• Write clear technical reports for engineering project approvals and sign-offs.
• Do regular site inspections to check proper system installations and safety.
• Work smoothly with building teams to fit safety systems into plans.
• Keep your knowledge up to date with simple fire safety codes.

Skills

Time management

Written communication

Team player

On-site collaboration

Education

Engineering degree (Mechanical)

Candidate Engineer with ECSA (advantage)

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

The Opportunity

You will use your skills on-site at a major corporate client location. This role offers great support for you to step up your career safely. You will contribute to a smooth-running team while enjoying excellent learning opportunities daily.

Job Description

• Conduct basic fire risk assessments at a large corporate office site.
• Help design fire detection systems using standard engineering software tools.
• Check that all designs follow national building regulations very closely.
• Write clear technical reports for engineering project approvals and sign-offs.
• Do regular site inspections to check proper system installations and safety.
• Work smoothly with building teams to fit safety systems into plans.
• Keep your knowledge up to date with simple fire safety codes.

What You Need to Apply

• A relevant Engineering Degree (such as Mechanical Engineering) is required.
• At least one year of experience working in fire protection engineering.
• Basic knowledge of AutoCAD or Revit design software is highly beneficial.
• Registration as a Candidate Engineer with ECSA is an advantage.
• Strong time management skills to handle your daily project tasks well.
• Clear communication skills for writing reports and talking with on-site teams.
• A good positive attitude, willingness to learn, and being a team player.