Consultant Engineer, Fire

At TÜV SÜD Group we are passionate about technology. Innovations impact our daily lives in countless ways, and we are dedicated to being a part of that progress. We test, we audit, we inspect, we advise. We never stop challenging ourselves for the safety of society and its people. We breathe technology, we strive for professional excellence, and we leave a mark. We take the future into our hands. We are TÜV SÜD Group.

Your Tasks

• Conduct fire protection and loss control surveys across a wide range of client facilities and industries in South Africa


• Identify fire and associated risks and provide clear, practical recommendations to reduce loss exposure


• Perform machinery integrity and business interruption (B&M) assessments, including maintenance and reliability program reviews


• Prepare high-quality technical reports and communicate findings to clients in a clear and actionable manner


• Provide guidance on fire codes, standards, and regulatory requirements applicable in South Africa


• Deliver training and technical support to clients and internal teams where required


• Build strong relationships with client stakeholders, including risk managers, engineers, and senior leadership

Your Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Fire Protection, or related discipline)


• Demonstrated experience in fire protection engineering, risk engineering, or loss prevention


• Sound knowledge of fire protection systems, risk assessment practices, and industrial operations


• Strong report writing and communication skills in English


• Ability to work independently and manage client relationships effectively


• Experience with maintenance and reliability programs is advantageous


• Willingness and ability to travel regularly within South Africa and occasionally internationally

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work with leading local and multinational clients across diverse industries


• Professional development, including technical training and certification support


• Exposure to complex, high-risk engineering environments


• A collaborative and inclusive working culture


• Competitive compensation and benefits in line with the South African market


• Opportunities for career growth within a global organization


• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements where operationally feasible

Additional Information

• Location: Johannesburg, South Africa


• Employment Type: Permanent, Full-time


• Travel: Frequent travel to client sites across South Africa is required


• Reporting Line: Reports to the District Manager


• Work Model: Field-based with hybrid flexibility depending on client requirements

Employment Equity & Inclusion

We are committed to Employment Equity and support the goals of the Employment Equity Act. Preference may be given to suitably qualified candidates from designated groups in line with our Employment Equity Plan. We strongly encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.

Data Privacy

By submitting your application, you consent to the processing of your personal information in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA).

Right to Work

Applicants must have the legal right to work in South Africa.

At TÜV SÜD Group, we have employees from more than 100 different countries collaborating together. People of different backgrounds, skills, and pursuing different life goals. Our strength comes from these countless and varied perspectives.

We are committed to be an inclusive and diverse workplace by welcoming people of all backgrounds. We want Diversity & Inclusion (D&I) to be a foundation of our company and create an environment where all our employees can trust they will be treated with respect, regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic background, faith, beliefs, disabilities, age, sexual orientation, or identity. As such, our employees are expected to behave at all times in a manner consistent with TÜV SÜD Group Code of Ethics and Company values.

We firmly believe embedding D&I in the heart of what we do will inherently contribute to the success of TÜV SÜD Group. Click here to find out more about Diversity at TÜV SÜD Group.