2027 Graduate Fire Protection Engineer - Buildings at Stantec

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

13 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

15 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Fire Protection Engineering, Technical Support, Project Coordination, Technical Reporting, Specification Writing, Liaising with Authorities, Design Compliance, Fire Prevention, Detection Systems, Suppression Systems, National Construction Code, Australian Standards, Problem-Solving, Communication Skills, Teamwork, Professional Accreditation

Industry

Business Consulting and Services

Description

Stantec are seeking a talented Fire Protection Engineering Graduate to join our Buildings team in Melbourne. What we provide Join an award winning two-year graduate development program where you gain hands-on experience, personalised mentoring, and strong technical support to help you grow with confidence. Connect with our global Developing Professionals network, opening opportunities to build your career internationally while taking part in networking and community-building activities. Work flexibly and access a wide range of benefits, including mental health support, salary packaging, our Employee Assistance Program, and Rewards and Benefits Program. Receive support on your pathway to professional accreditation, including Chartered Engineer or Environmental Professional status. Your career journey is in your hands. After the two-year graduate program, you can explore a range of pathways that align with your strengths and passions—whether that’s leadership, project management, or deep technical expertise. Being part of a big multidisciplinary organisation means you’ll work alongside talented people from different fields—bringing fresh ideas and energy to every project. With us, not only will you work as part of an inclusive, collaborative, and diverse team, but also be able to develop your skills and knowledge in designing the future of engineering and shape your own career along the journey. What will you be doing day to day? As a Graduate Fire Protection Engineer, you will work as part of a multidisciplinary buildings team, supporting the delivery of fire protection solutions across a wide range of projects. Under the guidance of Senior and Project Engineers, you will develop your technical capability while contributing to high‑quality, compliant, and safe building designs. Your key responsibilities will include: Supporting Senior and Project Engineers in the planning, coordination, and delivery of projects to meet program, budget, technical risk, and client satisfaction requirements. Assisting with the development of compliant fire protection solutions. Preparing technical reports, specifications, and supporting documentation. Assisting with project coordination, including liaising with authorities, contractors, and other design disciplines. Gaining exposure to a wide range of building types, construction materials, and structural systems. Developing an understanding of fire prevention, detection, and suppression systems. Building a knowledge base of the National Construction Code and relevant Australian standards. Adhering to professional standards, ethics, and internal quality procedures. Working collaboratively within a team of experienced professionals on multidisciplinary projects. This role provides an excellent foundation to build your career in fire protection engineering, with structured learning, mentoring, and hands‑on project experience. Why Stantec? Stantec empowers people to rise to the world’s greatest challenges. As a global company of more than 34,000 people across 450 locations worldwide, with a strong local focus, graduates gain meaningful experience, diverse perspectives, and career opportunities that can take them anywhere. How to Apply: Please submit CV, cover letter—explaining your passion and interest in Fire Engineering, academic transcript and ensure you fill in the application form when applying! #StantecNextGen About You To be successful in this role, you will have: A degree in Fire Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Structural Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline. Candidates with a Bachelor of Science in Physics or a closely related discipline may also be considered. Australian Citizen, PR or NZ Citizen. Currently in final year of degree or 1-2 years post-graduation A strong interest in fire services, building design, and life safety engineering. Well‑developed analytical and problem‑solving skills. Strong written and verbal communication skills, particularly for report and specification writing. A high level of accuracy, diligence, and professionalism. The ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team. A willingness to learn, develop technical skills, and work toward professional accreditation. Preferred Skills While not essential, the following skills and attributes will be highly regarded: Understanding of fire protection systems including sprinklers, water mist, detection and alarm, smoke control, and egress provisions. Familiarity with Australian Standards and codes such as the NCC, AS 1670, AS 2118, AS 2419, and AS 1851 (or a willingness to learn). Exposure to building services software (e.g. hydraulic calculations, drafting tools and/or Revit/BIM). Strong analytical skills with the ability to apply learned principles to real‑world fire services problems. Well‑developed written communication skills for technical reporting and specification preparation. Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a project‑based environment. Confidence in liaising with internal stakeholders, authorities, and external consultants under supervision. A proactive attitude, attention to detail, and commitment to quality outcomes.

Responsibilities

The Graduate Fire Protection Engineer will support the delivery of fire protection solutions across various building projects by assisting senior staff with planning, coordination, and ensuring designs meet program, budget, and client satisfaction requirements. Key duties involve developing compliant fire protection solutions, preparing technical documentation, coordinating with external parties, and building knowledge of relevant codes and standards.