Fire Safety Engineer

Location: Galway/Dublin/Waterford Office

Company: OMC Group )

Contract Type: [Full-time / Part-time / Permanent / Contract]

Reports To: Director of Fire Safety Engineering

OMC provide a multidisciplinary consultancy service, specialising in engineering, design, and compliance solutions for commercial projects. Our in-house team of chartered engineers, consultants, and specialists ensures faster project delivery, streamlined communication, and a single point of contact for all engineering consultancy needs. We partner with architects, developers, and government bodies to deliver high-quality, fully integrated solutions across mechanical & electrical consulting, fire design & disability access, civil & structural design, health & safety & environmental consultancy.

With offices in Galway, Dublin and Waterford – we deliver projects nationwide. Due to continued expansion, we are seeking to recruit aFire Safety Engineer to join our growing team. Our aim is to support our clients in a timely manner..

This is an exciting opportunity for a Fire Safety Engineer with a few years' industry experience to step up into a key role within a growing multidisciplinary consultancy. At OMC, you'll work on diverse projects across healthcare, education, commercial, residential, and industrial sectors, with the support of a collaborative team and clear scope for career progression.

We are looking for someone with strong initiative, a professional work ethic, and the motivation to take ownership of projects. If you have experience, or are keen to upskill in Fire Safety and Disability Access, we want to hear from you.

The Fire Safety Engineer will be responsible delivering fire safety engineering solutions across a diverse portfolio of projects, including healthcare, education, commercial, residential, and industrial sectors.

• Develop and implement fire safety strategies from concept through to completion.
• Prepare and submit Fire Safety Certificate (FSC) applications in line with Irish building regulations.
• Support or lead on Disability Access Certificate (DAC) applications, with training provided if required.
• Conduct fire risk assessments, audits, and inspections of new and existing buildings.
• Collaborate with design teams, contractors, and clients to ensure compliance with fire safety standards.
• Review and approve fire safety designs, drawings, and material submittals.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers.
• Undertake site inspections and reporting under BC(A)R 2014.
• Liaise with statutory authorities and stakeholders as required.

• Bachelor's degree in Fire Safety Engineering or an equivalent related discipline (Level 8); MSc preferred.
• Minimum 2–3 years of relevant experience in fire engineering within the Irish construction industry.
• Strong knowledge of Irish fire safety legislation, codes, and standards.
• Experience in Disability Access Certificate (DAC) applications, or willingness to upskill.
• Proficiency in fire modelling and risk assessment tools is an advantage.
• Excellent communication and report-writing skills.
• Full driving licence and access to own transport.
• Professional Membership status or working towards it (Engineers Ireland).
• Strong initiative, problem-solving ability, and commitment to high-quality project delivery.
• Experience working on large-scale or complex projects.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Commitment to CPD and professional development.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• CPD support and career progression opportunities.
• Inclusive and collaborative work environment.

• Mid-Senior level

• Full-time

• Management and Manufacturing

• Business Consulting and Services