The Position
The Fire Systems Designer is responsible for producing high‑quality, compliant, and coordinated fire protection system designs across wet, dry and special hazard fire disciplines. This role supports the delivery of design packages throughout all project stages-including concept, CDC/CC submission, construction, and handover documentation-while ensuring adherence to Australian Standards, National Construction Code (NCC) requirements, and internal quality processes.
The position requires strong technical capability, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate with internal teams, external consultants, builders, and fire authorities. The Fire Systems Designer also plays a key role in documentation management, design coordination, and task delegation within the project team.
What Does The Position Look Like
Review client briefs, performance requirements, and project scope documentation.
Develop schematic, detailed and construction designs and drawings all fire systems (sprinklers, hydrants, hose reels, detection, EWIS & BOWS)
Co-ordinate and Incorporate design requirements from the NCC, Australian Standards and Project Authority Documents / Reports
Create and maintain drawing registers, naming conventions, and version control
Complete calculations for fire systems (Training provided for gaps in experience)
Prepare detailed drawings and technical documentation such as pump room layouts, penetration details, bracket schedules, and valve assemblies.
Conduct Quality Assurance checks on fabrication sheets and installation drawings.
Upload and manage design documentation through Procore, Aconex, or other project management systems
Participate in coordination and design meetings with consultants, builders, and internal teams.
Maintain the Design RFI Register throughout the design phase.
What Do We Need From You
Communicate design constraints, opportunities, and technical requirements clearly and professionally
Maintain day‑to‑day task registers and project workflows.
Delegate tasks to junior designers, modellers, or subcontracted resources.
Support mentor and development of junior team members.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong organisational and time management abilities.
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.
Understanding of fire engineering principles and compliance requirements.
Proficiency in drafting and modelling software.
Other Key Competencies & Qualifications
Strong knowledge of NCC, Australian Standards (AS 2118, AS 1670, AS 2419, AS 1851, etc.), and fire authority guidelines.
Proficiency in fire system design across wet and dry fire disciplines.
Competency in design software (e.g., AutoCAD, Bluebeam, Revit, Revizto, hydraulic calculation tools).
Ability to produce accurate, coordinated, and compliant Wet and/or Dry Fire drawings.
Five years + experience working as an Fire Systems Designer
Experience working with Procore, Aconex, and similar platforms.
Previous involvement in multidisciplinary coordination and design management.
Formal qualifications in Fire System Design (FSD), Fire Safety Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Building Services, or related discipline. (advantageous)
Why work with us?
Join a team that enjoys regular social and team-building events
Modern office space located close to amenities with onsite parking
Share your ideas in an open, collaborative team environment
Use cutting-edge tools and current industry-standard software
Work on state significant projects with an exposure to a wide variety of fire systems.