Graduate Fire Engineer

Graduate Fire Engineer Arup Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa A Future with Purpose At Arup we’re dedicated to sustainable development and to do socially useful work that has meaning. Our purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world. The Opportunity A career in our South Africa fire team provides an exciting and rewarding environment in which to work and develop. We are a truly diverse group, collaborating and delivering a vast range of projects of all scales throughout South Africa, wider Africa and across the globe. Our work covers the full range of fire engineering projects, from building design to transport infrastructure. Our projects transform and greatly improve daily lives, from new build designs which complement their environments through to retrospective fire strategies for existing assets. You will be involved in delivering projects for a range of diverse clients. The work will be varied, both technically and in terms of project size and location. Growth And Development Opportunities We will support you towards obtaining professional status through supervision and mentorship. You will have access to a range of learning material through Arup University, Arup skills networks and external training programmes. Is this role right for you? Bachelor’s degree in a relevant degree subject (fire engineering, other types of engineering, or architecture related degree). Analytical and problem-solving ability. Demonstrable understanding of fire engineering or building services engineering and an ability to use this understanding to develop practical solutions to meet project needs. Strong numerical skills. Possess a strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office and demonstrate an ability to learn new software within a working environment that utilises 3D design and digital automation. Enthusiasm for a career in fire and life safety, underpinned through a knowledge and understanding of fire engineering. Organised approach to planning work and meeting deadlines. Demonstrate a creative and inquisitive approach to problem solving and seek to improve existing ways of working, by finding efficiencies in processes. The aptitude to work on your own initiative and be proactive. Creativity and a desire to think beyond the norm. We’re looking for people who are curious and ready to evolve how you think and work. Our strength comes from how we respect, share and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas. At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective – in which we encourage individuality to thrive. If you can share your knowledge and ideas and encourage others to do the same; whilst having a desire to deliver excellent services for clients – we’d like to hear from you. You should be able to start this opportunity in February 2026, or the closest date agreed. You must hold valid permission to work and live in South Africa i.e. SA citizenship or Permanent Residency. What We Offer You Beyond a fair compensation and stimulating, technically challenging work, Arup offers a range of additional benefits to its members. As a membership organisation, everyone shares in our success through a global profit share scheme. Our members also have access to a range of broader wellbeing benefits. You’ll have access to plenty of learning and development opportunities. Additionally, you'll have the opportunity to utilise your technical expertise to do meaningful work that strengthens the resilience of communities and places to improve lives through Arup's community engagement initiatives. Next Steps Please click on the role that most interests you to find out further information and to apply. We then ask that you complete the application form, attaching any required documents. We will be reviewing applications for this position on a rolling basis; you are therefore strongly encouraged to apply in advance of the application deadline. Different People, Shared Values At Arup, we encourage individuality to thrive by respecting, sharing and connecting our diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas so we can grow together. At Arup we are an equal opportunity employer, and we accept people for who they are – we encourage applications from people of all backgrounds regardless of age, gender identity and expression, marital status, disability, neurodiversity and mental health, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. Your difference belongs here. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas – this drives our excellence. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture – from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender, LGBTQ+ and disability – we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference - Discover more about life at Arup at We appreciate that everyone’s circumstances are different and it’s not always easy to commit to standard working hours. Work Unbound is our innovative hybrid approach to working and gives all our members greater flexibility in deciding how and where they work. Stay safe online – Arup will never ask for your bank details as part of our recruitment process. Closing date: Monday 17 November 2025 #J-18808-Ljbffr