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Job Opportunity: Senior Fire Protection Engineer – Canberra

WSP Canberra is seeking an experienced Senior Fire Protection Engineer to join our dynamic Building Services team. You’ll contribute to impactful projects across civic and public infrastructure, defence, commercial, and education sectors.

We warmly welcome interstate applicants, and Australian citizenship is preferred due to security clearance requirements on certain projects.
Part‑time applications are also encouraged for those seeking flexible working arrangements.

As a Senior Fire Protection Engineer, you will:

• Lead wet and dry fire protection design across small to medium‑scale projects, while contributing to larger multidisciplinary project teams.
• Ensure all engineering designs meet technical, regulatory, safety, and commercial requirements.
• Produce high‑quality, accurate, and compliant fire protection documentation.
• Collaborate effectively with clients, authorities, and internal project teams to drive project success.
• Build strong client relationships and identify opportunities to grow WSP’s presence in the Canberra market.
• Mentor and support junior engineers within the Property & Buildings team.

• Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical, or similar) or equivalent industry experience.
• 6+ years’ experience in Australian building services, specifically in fire protection engineering.
• Detailed knowledge of relevant Codes and Standards (AS/NZS, NCC, etc.).
• Consulting engineering experience preferred; D&C contracting backgrounds also considered.
• Familiarity with BIM platforms (Revit, NavisWorks) is advantageous.
• Ability to work on projects requiring security clearance (citizenship preferred).

• Work on meaningful, high‑impact projects across the ACT.
• Clear career development pathways and technical progression opportunities.
• Competitive salary and strong benefits package.
• Hybrid work model and genuine flexibility, including part‑time options.
• Access to WSP’s Employee Share Purchase Plan and a wide suite of wellbeing and professional development programs.

Be part of a team shaping better outcomes for communities across Australia.

With us, you can. Apply today.