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From the employer's careers site First seen 29 Oct 2026

Senior Associate to Principal Fire Safety Engineer

WSP Melbourne, Victoria Hybrid senior full-time

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Description

We're seeking a Senior Associate to Principal Fire Safety Engineer to lead our Melbourne-based Fire Safety Engineering team.

As a seasoned fire safety engineer, you'll shape the future of Australia's transport infrastructure on major projects like High-Speed Rail, Parramatta Station, and the Suburban Rail Loop.

Responsibilities:

  • Drive fire safety outcomes on underground infrastructure projects
  • Oversee project delivery from tender to commissioning
  • Support fire-life safety planning for emerging transport technologies
  • Deliver practical fire safety solutions and support system design and testing
  • Develop and review fire strategies, performance-based designs, and risk assessments
  • Prepare high-quality reports and documentation
  • Conduct site inspections and audits
  • Collaborate with internal teams, clients, and contractors
  • Apply innovative approaches to improve fire safety outcomes
  • Mentor junior engineers and promote technical excellence
  • Engage with regulatory bodies and represent the team in industry forums

Requirements:

  • 10-15 years of experience in fire safety engineering
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Fire Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
  • Chartered Engineer status (CPEng) or equivalent
  • Proven experience delivering large-scale transport or infrastructure projects
  • Strong understanding of Australian fire safety codes and standards
  • Excellent analytical and project management skills
  • Confident communication and leadership abilities

Benefits:

  • Hybrid working and flexible locations
  • Opportunity to work on landmark projects and contribute to meaningful outcomes
  • Collaborative and empowering work environment

Skills

Required

Nice to have

  • Chartered Engineer status (CPEng)
  • Experience with Australian fire safety codes and standards
  • Knowledge of emerging transport technologies

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