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Fire Protection Engineer

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A Fire Protection Engineer designs fire safety systems to protect buildings and occupants, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.

  • This role has a low level of AI exposure. Core skills such as adaptability, social intelligence, and complex physical tasks remain beyond the capabilities of current AI.
      • ACT
      • VIC
      • QLD
      • TAS
      • WA
      • NT
      • SA
  • 10,000 people employed in Australia
AI exposure data adapted from Felten, Raj & Seamans (2021). Shortage data sourced from Jobs and Skills Australia (2024).

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Fire Protection Engineer careers

A Fire Protection Engineer designs and implements systems to safeguard buildings and occupants from fire hazards. You might work in engineering firms, construction companies, or safety consultancies. Fire Protection Engineers focus on developing fire detection, suppression, and prevention systems, as well as ensuring compliance with fire safety regulations. You’ll assess risks, conduct inspections, and collaborate with architects and builders to integrate fire protection measures into building designs.

Fire Protection Engineers play a vital role in ensuring safety and compliance. You’ll need to be knowledgeable in fire safety standards, engineering principles, and risk assessment. You’ll work closely with various stakeholders to create effective fire protection strategies that protect people and property from fire-related risks.