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Fire Safety Engineer
At Aurecon, we are optimistic about the future. We are thinkers, solvers, and collaborators who work with our clients to deliver the infrastructure and assets that strengthen communities and create a sustainable future.
What you’ll do
As Fire Safety Engineer in our Transport team based in Melbourne, you’ll contribute to projects and programs that make a real difference and be part of a team that embraces challenges, welcomes diverse ideas, and engineer solutions with people and outcomes in mind.
Deliver fire safety engineering solutions across transport and buildings projects, supporting utilisation across both sectors.
Lead and contribute to fire engineering design, analysis and problem-solving using techniques such as CFD, risk assessment and pedestrian modelling
Work closely with multidisciplinary teams to integrate fire engineering into major infrastructure and building projects
Provide technical guidance and collaborate with colleagues to grow capability within the team, including mentoring junior engineers
Contribute to a growing fire engineering capability in transport, helping shape the future direction of the team
Engage with clients and project teams in a proactive, solutions-focused way, supporting delivery and identifying opportunities
What you’ll bring
Registered or eligible for registration as a Fire Safety Engineer (NER + relevant state registration such as Victoria RBP)
Approximately 5–7+ years’ experience in fire engineering, with the ability to work autonomously
Experience in either transport/infrastructure or buildings, with a willingness to work across both sectors
Strong technical capability in areas such as computational fluid dynamics (CFD), fire risk engineering, and performance-based design
A collaborative mindset with the ability to work across multidisciplinary teams and contribute to integrated project outcomes
A proactive, growth-oriented approach, with interest in developing capability, supporting team growth, and engaging with clients.
How we support your growth
We believe your career should be a rewarding adventure. You will tackle some of the world’s most complex infrastructure challenges, in an environment that supports your ambitions, where we hold ourselves, and each other, to the highest standards. Recognised by the AFR as a Best Place to Work in 2026, we embrace diverse perspectives, giving you the opportunity to make a real impact.
Who we are
We are an engineering consultancy with more than 6,000 people across Australia, New Zealand and Asia. We believe the world needs people who can engineer possibilities; people who can create infrastructure that makes life better for people and the planet. That is why we are here – to bring ideas to life, the Aurecon way.
Ready for your next adventure?
If this sounds like your next step, we’d love to hear from you. We value diverse experiences and welcome applications for part-time or flexible working arrangements. For recruitment adjustments, contact WorkplaceAdjustment@aurecongroup.com.
Our hiring decisions are made by people, not AI. We’re most interested in your individual thinking and experiences - so please ensure your application reflects your authentic perspective.
