Senior Fire Protection Engineer - ( 260000KL )
Description
About the Role
We are seeking a Senior Fire Protection Engineer to join our networked Fire Services team on a full-time basis. We are a collaborative team working on iconic and exciting projects including mission critical, retail, hotels, commercial, residential, shopping centres, industrial, defense, healthcare, correctional and education buildings across Australia and NZ.
Ideally you will have a strong background in fire protection engineering and be able to work independently as well as part of a team. The role will enable the successful candidate to develop in a professional and personal sense and to forge a challenging and rewarding career path in a successful international consultancy.
Day to day tasks would involve:
- Responsible for planning and managing projects from initial concept and brief, through to installation and commissioning.
- Demonstrate a high degree of technical knowledge, providing oversight and supervision to ensure successful project delivery.
- Provide technical competence in the planning and design of Fire Protection Services (not limited to Automatic Sprinkler System, Fire Hydrant Systems, Fire Hose Reel, Fire Detection / Emergency Warning Systems, Portable Fire Extinguishers / Fire Blankets, Gas Suppression / Water Mist Systems) for complex projects.
- Represent Stantec externally to Clients, playing a senior and active role in managing these relationships.
- Prepare and present presentations to external clients.
- Delegate tasks to junior engineers, provide feedback and contribute to their development
- Bring value to in-house discussions, design, project meetings etc.
- Keep up to date with deliverables and meet project timeframes.
- Provide input throughout the Construction phase by attending meetings and conducting site inspections.
What we are ideally looking for:
- Extensive experience working within a design consultancy environment.
- Degree qualified, NER listed and either have FPAS or the years of completed projects available to be referenced to obtain FPAS.
- Have experience planning and managing successful projects.
- Strong Technical knowledge of the National Construction Code (NCC) and Relevant Australian Standards.
- Ability to review Fire Engineering Brief (FEB) and Fire Engineering Report (FER) and liaise with Fire Safety Engineers to establish Fire Safety Engineering Performance Solutions.
- Experience in development of, or identifying the potential for, Fire Engineered Performance Solutions will be considered favorable, however not necessary for the role.
- Familiar with local fire system certification processes.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Positive, can-do attitude
- Ability to prioritise workloads to meet deadlines.
About Stantec
The Stantec community unites approximately 34,000 employees working in over 450 locations across six continents. We collaborate across disciplines and industries to bring buildings, energy, resources, water, environmental, transport and infrastructure projects to life.
Our work from initial project concept and planning through design, construction, and commissioning begins at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships.
What we offer
Along with a competitive salary we offer many other benefits to ensure your professional development & wellbeing is ongoing.
- Genuine Flexible Working Arrangements - Including work from home opportunities, provision for school term contracts, job sharing and part time employment.
- Option to purchase up to 4 weeks additional leave.
- Learning and Talent Development Programs - Including Global programmes, online learning and on-the-job learning
- Mentoring for your own development and the opportunity to mentor others
- A friendly team environment, with dedicated and enthusiastic staff committed to producing high quality service and deliverables
- Professional Memberships
- Salary Continuance Insurance (SCI)
- Mental Health and Wellbeing Programs
- Service Recognition Awards
- Employee Assistance Program
How to apply
If this position is of interest, please apply via the link below.
Please note that no agency applications will be accepted at this time.
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Qualifications
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Primary Location : Australia-New South Wales-St. Leonards
Organization : BC-3013 Buildings-AU New South Wales
Employee Status : Regular
Job Level : Individual Contributor
Travel : No
Schedule : Full-time
Job Posting : Aug 18, 2026, 11:46:10 PM
Req ID: 260000KL
Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans
