Fire Mechanical Engineer in Building Services

Unknown Company Cape Town, Western Cape

Full-time Closes 21 Nov 2026 · 22 days left

Cape Town, Western Cape Full-time Closes 21 Nov 2026

This job is for a Fire Mechanical Engineer specializing in building services. A well-known engineering consulting firm based in Cape Town seeks an engineer with fire engineering experience to join their Fire Department. The role offers career growth in this field.

Key responsibilities include applying fire safety design principles, working with fire sprinkler systems, smoke evacuation, and stairwell pressurization. You will coordinate projects, solve problems, and communicate with clients and team members. Opportunities may include using thermal modeling software and advancing to Head of the Fire Department.

Requirements:
- BTech or BEng degree in Mechanical Engineering
- Registration as a professional engineer with ECSA
- 8-10 years of experience in fire engineering within a consulting environment
- Strong understanding of fire safety design principles and South African standards (SANS deemed-to-satisfy and rational design approaches)
- Experience with firefighting equipment, fire sprinkler systems, smoke control, and stairwell pressurization
- Good communication skills in English and Afrikaans
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
- Strong organizational, problem-solving, and teamwork skills

The salary is negotiable based on experience and qualifications. The company offers a competitive pay package, diverse projects, and career growth opportunities.