Assistant Passive Fire Consultant at Jensen Hughes

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

03 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Passive Fire Audits, Building Compliance, National Construction Code, Building Code of Australia, Australian Standards, Fire Stopping Systems, Structural Fire Protection, Essential Fire Safety Measures, Certification Documentation, Evidence of Suitability Assessments, Technical Report Writing, Interpersonal Skills, Client Relationship Building, Project Coordination, Risk Analysis, Emergency Management

Industry

Professional Services

Description

Company Overview Throughout our worldwide network of experts, clients and communities, we are renowned for our leadership in fire protection engineering – a legacy of responsibility we have proudly upheld since 1939. Today, our expertise extends broadly across closely related security and risk-based fields – from accessibility consulting and risk analysis to process safety, forensic investigations, security risk consulting, emergency management, digital innovation and more. Our engineers and consultants collaborate to solve complex safety and security challenges, ensuring our clients can protect what matters most. For over 80 years, we have helped mitigate risks that threaten lives, property and reputations. Through technology, expertise and industry-leading research, we remain dedicated to our purpose of making our world safe, secure and resilient. At Jensen Hughes, we believe that creating and sustaining a culture of trust, integrity and professional growth starts with putting our people first. Our employees are our greatest strength, and we value the unique perspectives and talents they bring to our organization. Our wide range of Global Employee Networks connect people from across the organization, supporting career development and providing forums for individuals to share experiences on topics they're passionate about. Together, we are cultivating a connected culture where everyone has the opportunity to learn, grow and succeed together. Why you should grow your career at Jensen Hughes You will work with market-leading clients and have the backing of a leading international firm. You'll have support from the leadership team and given flexibility to work where and when you want. Flexible working arrangements and Casual Friday. Regular monthly social activities and other celebratory occasions. Five weeks annual leave and Company paid parental leave. Career development and ongoing internal and external learning opportunities. Perks, benefits and reward platform - Perkbox. Great company culture and benefits. Job Overview We are looking for an Assistant Passive Fire Consultant to join our growing Passive Fire and Building Compliance team across Australia and New Zealand. You will support a wide range of projects, including commercial buildings, education facilities, health precincts, transport infrastructure and complex refurbishments. This role offers strong career development opportunities within a supportive and diverse team who are committed to delivering high quality outcomes for our clients and communities. In this role, you will work across a broad range of activities, including: Assisting with passive fire audits and the appraisal of existing and new buildings. Supporting senior consultants in assessing building elements against the National Construction Code/Building Code of Australia and relevant Australian Standards. Helping prepare passive fire compliance reports, dilapidation reports and rectification scopes. Participating in site inspections to review fire stopping systems, structural fire protection and essential fire safety measures. Assisting with the preparation of certification documentation and evidence of suitability assessments. Liaising with clients, contractors and regulatory authorities under the guidance of senior staff. Contributing to fee proposals, project coordination and delivery within agreed timeframes, cost and quality expectations. Developing your technical knowledge of passive fire systems, building regulations and industry best practice. Requirements and Qualifications Post graduate qualification in Building Surveying or a related discipline within the built environment. Industry experience or exposure to construction, building compliance or fire safety (preferred but not essential for junior applicants). Understanding of the performance requirements of the BCA and relevant Australian Standards, with a willingness to develop deeper technical expertise. Familiarity with construction processes and an interest in progressing toward Building Surveyor accreditation (NSW Fair Trading Registered Certifier pathway or equivalent). Knowledge of relevant legislation such as the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act, Home Building Act and Disability Discrimination Act (or willingness to learn). White Card (CPCCWHS1001) or willingness to obtain. Strong written communication skills, including the ability to assist in preparing technical reports. Experience with Bluebeam, BQE Core or similar software (preferred). Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate clearly and build relationships with clients and project stakeholders. Current Class C driver’s licence. Personal drive, a proactive attitude and a commitment to quality, integrity and professional development. Must have full working rights in Australia. #LI-JS111 Jensen Hughes is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. At Jensen Hughes, we embrace innovation and understand that people are increasingly using artificial intelligence (AI) tools like ChatGPT and other generative platforms to learn, prepare and communicate. We have provided some guidelines regarding the responsible use of AI in the recruitment process. Please click here to review. The security of your personal data is important to us. Jensen Hughes has implemented reasonable physical, technical, and administrative security standards to protect personal data from loss, misuse, alteration, or destruction. We protect your personal data against unauthorized access, use, or disclosure, using security technologies and procedures, such as encryption and limited access. Only authorized individuals may access your personal data for the purpose for which it was collected, and these individuals receive training about the importance of protecting personal data. Jensen Hughes is committed to compliance with all relevant data privacy laws in all areas where we do business, including, but not limited to, the GDPR and the CCPA. Additionally, our service providers are contractually bound to maintain the confidentiality of personal data and may not use the information for any unauthorized purpose. *Policy on use of 3rd party recruiting agency for direct placements Jensen Hughes will occasionally augment a recruiting search through agencies for certain positions when business conditions warrant. Jensen Hughes will not accept resumes, inquiries or proposals from recruiting agencies as an acceptable method to consider a candidate. 3rd party recruiting agencies must sign a standard Jensen Hughes agreement after being evaluated and accepted by a Human Resources or Talent Acquisition manager, or member of the talent acquisition team. Hiring managers and employees of Jensen Hughes are not authorized to accept resumes, engage in fee-based searches through recruiting firms or sign a search agreement. Please note this policy does not apply to “staffing firms” or firms that are involved with hiring temporary staff. Any recruiting agency interested in being considered may contact our recruiting team at jensenhughesrecruiting.com.

Responsibilities

The role involves assisting with passive fire audits, assessing building elements against codes and standards, and helping prepare compliance and dilapidation reports for various projects like commercial buildings and health precincts. Responsibilities also include participating in site inspections of fire safety measures and liaising with stakeholders under senior guidance.