Candidate Fire Engineer
Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality - South Africa
Job Summary
Position: Candidate Fire Engineer
Overview:
Joining the team offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic industry-leading environment where ethics customer service and teamwork form the foundation of success.
Role Overview:
As a Candidate Fire Engineer you will be responsible for the design testing and maintenance of fire protection systems in line with local and national codes and regulations. This includes conducting site surveys performing risk assessments and producing detailed engineering designs.
Key Responsibilities:
Conduct site visits and assess fire protection requirements
Design and develop fire protection systems (alarms sprinklers suppression systems)
Prepare drawings specifications and cost estimates
Ensure compliance with building codes through collaboration with stakeholders
Perform risk assessments and recommend fire safety measures
Conduct inspections and maintenance of systems
Manage project timelines and budgets
Provide technical support to clients and team members
Requirements:
SAQCC registration (handheld and detection)
Valid drivers licence
35 years experience as a Fire Technician or Supervisor
Strong technical knowledge of fire systems and products
Good verbal and written communication skills
Strong problem-solving ability
Knowledge of relevant legislation and compliance
Key Skills:
Effective communication (written and verbal)
Problem-solving
Compliance and implementation of regulations
Required Skills:
Candidate Fire Engineer Overview: Joining the team offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic industry-leading environment where ethics customer service and teamwork form the foundation of success. Role Overview: As a Candidate Fire Engineer you will be responsible for the design testing and maintenance of fire protection systems in line with local and national codes and regulations. This includes conducting site surveys performing risk assessments and producing detailed engineering designs. Key Responsibilities: Conduct site visits and assess fire protection requirements Design and develop fire protection systems (alarms sprinklers suppression systems) Prepare drawings specifications and cost estimates Ensure compliance with building codes through collaboration with stakeholders Perform risk assessments and recommend fire safety measures Conduct inspections and maintenance of systems Manage project timelines and budgets Provide technical support to clients and team members
Required Education:
Requirements: SAQCC registration (handheld and detection) Valid drivers licence 3 - 5 years experience as a Fire Technician or Supervisor Strong technical knowledge of fire systems and products Good verbal and written communication skills Strong problem-solving ability Knowledge of relevant legislation and complianceKey Skills: Effective communication (written and verbal) Problem-solving Compliance and implementation of regulations