Fire Engineering Manager

Fire Engineering Manager

We’re looking for an experienced Fire Engineering Manager to lead our Fire Engineering team and help shape the future of the discipline at Babbage. This is an opportunity for a senior Fire Engineer who enjoys technical leadership, developing people and building strong client relationships – and wants the scope to make a real impact.

At Babbage, we’re proud of our collaborative and people-focused culture. As a multidisciplinary consultancy, we work closely together to deliver practical, efficient and high-performing solutions for our clients. You’ll be part of a passionate buildings team and a wider multidisciplinary business that enjoys sharing knowledge, exploring creative ideas and delivering outcomes that make a genuine difference.

About the Role

Reporting to our Building Services Manager, you’ll lead the delivery and growth of our Fire Engineering offering with one other fire engineer, working across a diverse range of projects throughout New Zealand.

You’ll provide technical leadership, oversee project and commercial performance, and build strong relationships with clients and industry partners. You’ll also work closely with Babbage’s wider design teams to identify opportunities and deliver integrated building designs.

You’ll be responsible for:

• Leading, mentoring and developing the Fire Engineering team
• Providing technical leadership, review and quality assurance
• Overseeing project delivery and commercial performance
• Building strong client and industry relationships
• Identifying and developing new business opportunities
• Helping shape the growth and direction of Fire Engineering at Babbage

About You

We’re keen to hear from experienced Fire Engineers with:

• A degree in Fire Engineering or related engineering discipline
• 10+ years’ relevant professional experience
• CPEng or equivalent recognised professional registration
• Auckland Council Producer Statement Author status
• Strong fire engineering and performance-based design experience
• Experience leading technical teams
• Strong commercial and client relationship skills
• Peer review and independent design review experience
• An established network within the New Zealand industry.

Why Join Us?

• Take ownership of and help grow a specialist discipline
• Be part of a social, supportive and collaborative team
• Work on diverse and technically challenging projects
• Collaborate across our multidisciplinary business
• Enjoy the autonomy to lead, develop people and make your mark
• Be part of a culture that values innovation, independence and knowledge-sharing

What Drives Us

People are at the heart of everything we do. By encouraging open dialogue, shared ownership and collaboration, and a safe place to speak up, we strive to create lasting relationships with our work colleagues, clients, and the wider communities we work in.

Ready to Apply?

If you’re looking for a senior role where you can combine technical leadership, people development and business growth, we’d love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your experience and suitability for the role. Only NZ-based applicants will be considered. 

For a confidential discussion, please reach out to Lucy - Talent Acquisition Partner, via LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lucy-lyttelton-173073a0/