Technical Executive, Essential Safety Measures (ESM)

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?

At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you. 

WSP's Safety & Compliance team is a recognised leader in Property Risk and Compliance services, including Essential Safety Measures (ESM) consulting services. We support clients across a diverse range of sectors and property portfolios. Due to continued growth in demand for our specialist services, we are seeking a Technical Executive, Essential Safety Measures to provide technical leadership, drive business growth, and strengthen client relationships across our national portfolio.

This role can be based in Melbourne or Sydney.

As a Technical Executive, Essential Safety Measures you'll:

• Lead and drive growth in WSP's ESM consulting services and practices.
• Establish, implement and continuously optimise systems, digital tools and workflows that improve ESM service delivery.
• Prepare tenders, bids and proposals and secure portfolio-scale programs of work.
• Represent WSP as a recognised technical leader in ESM services.
• Develop, maintain and grow key client relationships and project portfolios.
• Coach and mentor team members.
• Lead site inspections and assessments of Essential Safety Measures.
• Witness and assess Systems Interface Testing (SIT).
• Provide technical advice, reports and quality assurance reviews.

What you'll bring:

• Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Building Surveying, Engineering, or equivalent.
• Typically 15+ years of relevant industry experience.
• Demonstrated technical leadership in ESM consulting.
• Proven business development and client relationship management success.
• Strong knowledge of legislation, codes and standards relating to fire safety compliance.
• Experience managing multiple projects and mentoring others.
• Current Australian Driver's Licence.

Why WSP?

Joining WSP means becoming part of a global team of over 73,000 professionals united by a shared passion for making a positive impact.

Work with one of Australia's leading property compliance and safety consulting teams.

Lead complex projects that help create safer buildings and communities.

Enjoy flexible working arrangements, career opportunities, health and wellbeing programs, and professional development.

With us, you can. Apply today.