Cadet Fire Systems Design

ABOUT US:

O’Neill & Brown is a family-owned company established in the Canberra and Queanbeyan region more than 50 years ago. The O’Neill & Brown Group of companies has grown from modest beginnings to include Plumbing, Fire and Electrical trades, evolving into one of Canberra’s largest construction and service contracting firms that has taken on some of the biggest projects in Canberra’s history while still maintaining a strong focus on homes and businesses.

We place great importance on our people as a family-owned business. As the company grows, we maintain an in-house workforce that is encouraged to push and exceed industry standards.

O’Neill & Brown Fire Services are experts in the delivery of all aspects of fire protection, ranging from conceptual planning to detailed design, as well as fabrication, installation, commissioning, and maintenance. The employees, the client and the project are our biggest priorities.

A strong focus on training allows us to accurately recommend the newest and most efficient technologies, which are envied across the industry. We are able to keep a stable crew and maintain a high level of corporate knowledge by investing in our people. 

BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR O'NEILL & BROWN:

• Family-owned company
• Great culture and friendly work environment
• Fantastic employee rewards
• Excellent opportunities for career progression
• Attractive salary

THE ROLE:

As a cadet Fire Systems Designer, you will be working on a large range of projects, helping the senior designers by producing design drawings and documentation of building fire protection systems from concept through to detailed design. You will be provided with strong support and mentoring from fellow designers as well as our design manager who you will be reporting to.  You will also be given the opportunity to further improve your skills and knowledge with learning and development courses external to our business.

Key responsibilities:

• Production of engineering drawings for various fire protection systems
• Word processing and general office duties
• Collaborate with our clients, architects, consultants and authorities
• Develop a good understanding of the fire industry and Australian Standards

Prerequisites and skills:

• Completed or in the process of completing a diploma in mechanical engineering or similar
• A strong knowledge of drafting software and techniques
• Proficient in 2D AutoCAD with a willingness to learn other programs 
• Exposure to Revit MEP is desirable but not essential 
• Excel, Word, Outlook and other general computing skills
• Have strong written and verbal communication skills

Personal attributes:

• An enthusiastic individual looking to enhance their knowledge.
• Be able to work in a team environment to achieve a common goal.
• Demonstrate a positive approach to complex situations.
• Good work ethic

This role is suited to those looking to begin an exciting career in the building services industry. 

If you think you are the person we are looking for and want a challenging role, career opportunity, and a great work environment then please apply online using the link below or alternatively please contact Jon Rey on (02) 6297 2*** or by email at **********@onbfs.com.au for more information.