At Jensen Hughes, we lead with our Purpose + Principles and value our people.
Across our global partnership of experts, clients, and communities, we are recognized worldwide for our leadership in fire protection engineering, a legacy of responsibility we have advanced with pride since 1939.
Today, our expertise extends broadly across closely related risk management fields — from accessibility consulting, risk and hazard analysis, process safety and forensic investigations to security risk consulting, emergency management and digital innovation.
As we champion best practices, set industry standards and support communities with innovative solutions, we are making the world a better place.
We believe that creating and sustaining a culture of trust, integrity and professional growth fundamentally includes a sustained commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
At Jensen Hughes, diversity is ingrained in our culture -- we accept people for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, mental health, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, or socioeconomic background.
Our differences and uniqueness are celebrated and reflected in our wide range of Global Employee Networks.
Job Overview Jensen Hughes is one of Australia's largest fire safety engineering consultancies.
We have consulting offices located in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Canberra and Perth and fire resistance and reaction to fire test capabilities at our Melbourne test laboratory.
As an engineering consultant, you will be involved in providing advice and recommendations to clients on the fire safety of their building projects.
Your role will be to work with clients to understand their problems, develop solutions and implement them in practical ways.
This role will expose you to a diverse range of projects and clients, offering you the opportunity to gain practical experience and knowledge across a variety of industries.
You will work alongside experienced engineers and be provided with mentoring and support to grow your skills and career.
As a new graduate, working as an engineering consultant will allow you to continually develop your skills and knowledge through ongoing training and development opportunities.
You will be encouraged to take ownership of your work, collaborate with colleagues and participate in a team environment.
Jensen Hughes is proud to support training and development from access to professional development opportunities with employer-sponsored master's degree to on-the-job training and mentoring, Engineers Australia training programs and to Element Academy - our virtual place of learning designed to support your career aspirations so you can continue to expand your knowledge and skills.
We will accompany you on your workplace journey, helping and guiding you to achieve the necessary steps to improve and build your career with us.
Responsibilities Undertake fire safety engineering analysis, fire and evacuation modelling, risk assessment and site visits / inspections under supervision to evaluate fire safety of buildings and infrastructurePreparation of reportsLiaise with clients and design teams and discuss / negotiate with the fire brigades and approval authoritiesParticipation in site and final inspectionsContribute positively to an enjoyable and productive team environment, consistent with Jensen Hughes valuesRequirements and Qualifications The ideal candidate will possess:
University engineering undergraduate degree or higherStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsThe ability to write clear and concise reportsThe ability to work within a team environmentPrior knowledge of the National Construction Code – Building Code of Australia is an advantage but not requiredPrior knowledge and proficiency with computer-based fire and evacuation models is an advantage but not requiredShould be an Australian Citizen/Permanent Resident or holding a valid Work Visa in AustraliaWhy you should join Jensen Hughes Our company's great culture makes it a truly special place to work.
There's a strong sense of camaraderie and collaboration that permeates everything we do, and everyone is committed to helping each other succeed.
Whether celebrating a big win, sharing ideas over lunch, or simply chatting in the hallway, our team is always supportive and engaged.
We value diversity and inclusivity and our culture reflects this with a welcoming and open atmosphere.
Overall, our company's culture and vibe are key ingredients in our success, and we're proud to be a part of such a vibrant and supportive community.
Jensen Hughes recognises the importance of a work-life balance and wants to assist you in balancing the demands of your career with the demands of your personal life.
Some of the benefits we offer will help you in achieving this goal.
Five weeks of annual leavePaid maternity leavePaid Volunteer leaveEmployee assistance programJensen 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.
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