Zutari: Co-creating an engineered impact.

Zutari (formerly known as Aurecon) is a well-established, management-owned engineering firm with almost 90 years’ experience. As human-centered engineering consultants and advisors, we are trusted by our clients, business partners, communities and other stakeholders across Africa and the Middle East.

We co-create engineering solutions that have a positive impact and improve people’s lives. Zutari values inclusion and recognises the importance of a diverse, talented workforce, believing that people need other people to succeed.

What kind of talent do we pursue?

We employ high performing talent with the right attitude and a positive mindset, who are motivated by doing the right thing, getting things done and share a sense of urgency. People who have an impact in our teams and the broader community. People who think differently and connect with those around them to co-create new opportunities and leave a meaningful legacy.

What are we searching for to build a sustainable future?

Attending to the full range of design aspects relating to rational fire designs
Reviewing site, construction, sprinkler, fire alarm, and all other system plans to ensure that they conform to the applicable regulations, standards, and codes.
Designing sprinkler systems, fire main installations, detection and alarm systems, smoke control systems, and other fire protection components.
Developing briefs seeking approval for code equivalency.
Client Management (key)

Minimum requirements

BSc/BEng, or MSc/Meng, or B.Tech /MTech in Engineering
Pr. Eng or Pr. Tech would be highly advantageous
Minimum of 5 or more years’ experience as a Fire Engineer / Technologist within an Engineering Consulting firm.
Experience gained in a consulting environment working on MEP Building Services
Great comprehension of BS EN, NFPA, and SANS Standards.
Experience with CFD, Evacuation simulations and computational rational designs

We believe that a diverse workforce is key to our business success. We seek the best people for our jobs based on their skills, qualifications, and experience. We embrace the principle of equal opportunity in employment and work towards eliminating all forms of unlawful discrimination in our employment practices. In support of diversity and the equal opportunity principle, preference will be given to individuals from designated groups in South Africa.

formerly known as Aurecon jobs

Senior Fire Engineer -Built Environment