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Mechanical Fire Engineer

Centurion
Salary: Market Related
Job Type: Permanent
Sectors: Engineering
Reference: NES020255/KSE

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Employer: Network Recruitment

A Consulting Engineering company is seeking a skilled and motivated Mechanical Fire Engineer to join our team. As a Mechanical Fire Engineer, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the safety and efficiency of our fire protection systems. You will be responsible for designing, installing, and maintaining mechanical systems related to fire suppression, detection, and control. Your expertise will be vital in ensuring compliance with fire safety codes and standards.

Duties:

Designing and engineering mechanical systems for fire suppression, detection, and control in accordance with local, state, and national fire codes and regulations.
Conducting feasibility studies and assessing the requirements of fire protection systems for various facilities and environments.
Collaborating with architects, construction teams, and other stakeholders to incorporate fire protection systems into building designs and plans.
Performing calculations, simulations, and analyses to ensure the effectiveness and efficiency of mechanical fire systems.
Selecting and specifying appropriate equipment, such as fire pumps, sprinklers, extinguishers, and alarms, considering factors such as fire hazards, occupancy types, and building layouts.
Overseeing the installation, testing, and commissioning of mechanical fire systems.
Conducting inspections and audits of existing fire protection systems to identify deficiencies and ensure compliance with regulations.
Developing maintenance and inspection schedules for fire protection equipment and systems.
Providing technical guidance and support to clients, contractors, and maintenance personnel regarding fire protection systems.
Keeping up to date with industry trends, advancements, and changes in fire safety codes and regulations.

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
Proven experience in designing, installing, and maintaining mechanical fire protection systems.
Strong knowledge of fire safety codes and standards, such as NFPA, IBC, and local regulations.
Proficiency in computer-aided design (CAD) software and hydraulic calculation tools.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
Attention to detail and a commitment to ensuring the highest level of safety and compliance.
Professional Engineer (PE) license in Fire Protection Engineering (preferred).
Relevant certifications in fire protection engineering or related fields (e.g., CFPS, NFPA certifications) (preferred).

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About Network Recruitment

Network Recruitment

Network Recruitment is a leading specialist recruitment company in the fields of IT, Finance and Engineering.

Since our establishment in 1987, we have been at the forefront of the specialist recruitment industry. Network Recruitment’s key to success is the focus on delivering superior quality service by developing and maintaining an exclusive focus on sourcing high-calibre skills for medium-sized to JSE-listed companies operating in these three niche sectors across South Africa.

Our experience in permanent and contract-based recruitment enables us to provide you with recruitment solutions that meet your long- and short-term needs.

Network Recruitment is a division of ADvTECH Resourcing, the recruitment arm of the national JSE-listed ADvTECH Limited Group a leader in quality education, training, skills development and placement services.