Posted 2 months ago
Senior Hydraulics & Fire Protection Engineer
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Lead and deliver complex hydraulics and fire protection designs for commercial, industrial, and infrastructure projects, providing technical guidance, construction support, and mentoring to junior engineers across New Zealand and Asia Pacific.
About this role
Senior Hydraulics &Fire Protection Engineer
Expression of Interest | Multiple locations across New Zealand
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The opportunity
We’reseekingexperienced Senior Hydraulics & Fire Protection Engineers to join our Buildings team.
This opportunity is suited to engineers who are motivated by technical leadership, complex problem solving and client impact, and who are ready to take accountability for deliveringhigh-qualitybuilding services outcomes across a diverse portfolio of projects.
Working as part of our national Hydraulics & Fire Protectionteam, you will play a key role in shaping design outcomes, guiding technical direction and mentoring others, while collaborating closely with colleagues and clients acrossNew Zealand,Australiaand Asia Pacific.
This is a national Expression of Interest, and we are open to discussing location based on your experience, projectalignmentand flexibility.
About the role
As a seniorHydraulics & Fire Protection Engineerin our Building Servicespractice,you will:
Lead and deliver complex hydraulics and fire protection designs across commercial, industrial and infrastructure projects
Take ownership of projects from early planning and concept design through to detailed design and construction support
Providetechnical guidance, review and verification of work produced by other engineers
Build strong, trusted relationships with clients through understanding their business drivers,risksand priorities
Contribute to effective delivery through sound judgement around programme, scope,budgetand risk
Mentor and coach engineers across the discipline, supporting capability development through inclusive, supportive leadership and knowledge sharing
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across Beca’s national and Asia Pacific network
About you
You're an experienced Hydraulics & Fire Protection Engineer with a background in consulting environments and experience contributing to and leading complex building services projects.
You will bring:
Demonstrated technicalexpertisewithin hydraulics and/or fire protection, with the confidence to act as a technical authority
Experience leading technical delivery, coordinatingworkloadsand verifying the work of others
Strong construction monitoring and stakeholder engagement capability
The ability to mentor, delegate and positively influence peers and junior team members
Sound commercial awareness, including risk management,programmeand budget considerations
A tertiary qualification in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline
Professional registration or progress toward chartership is preferred
While experience across both Hydraulics and Fire Protection is ideal, we are open to candidates with deepexpertisein a single discipline.
About the Beca Buildings team
Each building we work on is different, and the challenges we face constantly evolve. We believe in the power of collaboration to deliver smart,practicaland enduring solutions. Our Buildings team works closely across regions and disciplines, sharing ideas,innovationand technical excellence to push boundaries and challenge conventional approaches.
We have a proud history of delivering award winning and world leading projects, particularly in sustainable and resilient building design. Today, we continue to build on that legacy by focusing on making a positive difference for our clients,communitiesand people.
What we offer
A career with Beca offers you:
Opportunities to work on complex, meaningful projects across New Zealand and the wider Asia Pacific
A supportive, collaborative environment where yourexpertiseand judgement are valued
Flexible working arrangements to support your lifestyle and commitments
Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities
Access to industry experts and technical leaders across our network
Relocation and immigration support for suitable candidates
A comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, wellbeinginitiativesand social club activities
Beca is committed to being a workplace where everyone feels supported to bring their whole self to work. We value diversity of thought, background and experience, and welcome Expressions of Interest from people of all genders, ethnicities,identitiesand perspectives.
Apply now
Ready to makeeverydaybetter? Submit your Expression of Interest today.
Beca does not accept unsolicited CVs or candidate referrals from recruitment agencies. Any unsolicited submissions will be deemed the property of Beca, and no fees will be payable.
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