Senior Fire Engineer

Hatch Ltd.; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 700 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Johannesburg is seeking a Senior Fire Safety Engineer to deliver customized fire safety solutions. This dynamic role involves conducting fire risk analysis, code compliance assessments, and collaborating with project management and clients. Candidates should have a Bachelor's or Master's in Fire or Mechanical Engineering, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to work independently in a challenging environment.

Benefits

Diverse and inclusive workplace

Opportunity for professional development

Qualifications

• Bachelor/Master’s degree in Fire Engineering or Mechanical Engineering.
• Professional registration with ECSA is advantageous.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct fire risk analysis and compliance assessments.
• Perform fire hazard assessment design calculations.
• Support site field visits for project data.

Skills

Strong problem-solving skills

Excellent time management skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to work independently

Education

Bachelor/Master’s degree in Fire Engineering or Mechanical Engineering

Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

DNV PHAST

AFT fathom

CFD modeling

Job description

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Date: Feb 4, 2026

Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng, ZA

Company: Hatch

Requisition ID:97943

Job Category:Engineering

Location:Johannesburg,Gauteng,South Africa

Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 65 years of business and technical expertise inmining , energy , and infrastructure ,our 10,000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe, innovative and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally.

Join our Project Delivery Group (PDG), a dynamic team of professionals passionately committed to world-classproject delivery across the globe.With expertise in sustainable studies, asset building and operations, and industry-leading efficiencies, our best-in-class team leverages methodologies, governance and systems that are unparalleled in theengineering space. Are you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional? We look forward to hearing from you.

Hatch is looking for a highly skilled and motivated individual to join their Fire Safety Group in Johannesburg. The role of Senior Fire Safety Engineer seems to be quite dynamic, requiring close collaboration with project management, clients, engineers, and the global team. The emphasis on developing expertise and creating customized fire safety solutions suggests that this position would be both challenging and rewarding.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct fire risk analysis, code compliance assessments, and conceptual fire safety designs in code consulting on projects with respect to the Building & Fire Codes and related SANS, NFPA, and FM Global standards.
• Perform fire hazard assessment design calculations and ensure plans are compliant with relevant codes and standards.
• Facilitate fire risk assessment sessions and perform fire risk assessments.
• Develop performance-based strategies and/or code alternates utilizing fire engineering principles.
• Contribute to or prepare technical reports in various phases of engineering.
• Support site field visits to obtain information and data to support projects.
• Participate in and contribute to design reviews.
• Prepare, review, and issue material requisitions for different mechanical equipment (e.g., fire water pumps, foam systems, sprinklers, spray systems, firefighting equipment).
• Prepare, review, and evaluate vendor technical bid evaluations and technical queries for different mechanical equipment (e.g., fire water pumps, foam systems, sprinklers, spray systems, firefighting equipment).
• Provide services across several sectors including mining, power, nuclear, thermal, infrastructure, and oil and gas.
• Perform hydraulic calculation reports.
• Prepare piping and instrument diagrams (P&ID).
• Perform fire and gas location layouts and philosophies.
• Conduct consequence modeling and gas dispersion studies.

Software skills required:

• DNV _PHAST and SAFETI
• PIPINET
• AFT fathom
• CFD modeling

Qualifications:

• A Bachelor/Master’s degree in either Fire Engineering or Mechanical Engineering is required
• A Master’s degree in Mechanical is considered a strong asset
• Professional registration with ECSA would be highly advantageous
• Aptitude towards alternative compliance approaches, and thinking “outside the box”
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, interpersonal and relationship management skills

Skills Required:

• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team with minimal supervision
• Capability to understand and achieve cost, quality, and timeline goals
• Ability to maintain good business relations with various parties involved in the project
• Excellent time management skills and adaptability to change
• Strong communication skills and ability to maintain good interpersonal relationships in complex and changing environments
• Fundamental technical engineering knowledge and strong problem-solving skills
• Proven leadership skills, including the ability to lead and motivate a team effectively.
• Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions

Don't meet every single requirement? You don't need to. At Hatch, we are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation. If you're interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if your past experiences don't perfectly align with the skills we've listed.

We're committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know. We'll do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.

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