National Fire Compliance Manager

National Fire Compliance Manager

Location: Adelaide preferred, however applications from other states will be considered for the right candidate.

About us

At Modus Projects, we excel in delivering high-quality commercial construction, fit-out, and facilities maintenance services across Australia. Our commitment to quality, efficiency, and customer satisfaction sets us apart as industry leaders. With a strong reputation and years of experience, Modus offers a rewarding place to develop your career, whether you are starting out or an experienced professional. 

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced National Fire Compliance Manager to lead the fire protection compliance program across a major portfolio.

As the technical authority for fire compliance, you will be responsible for ensuring all wet and dry fire systems are inspected, tested, certified, and maintained in accordance with AS 1851 and related Australian Standards. You will oversee compliance governance, certification standards, auditing programs, and the quality of work delivered by both internal teams and subcontractors.

This is a unique opportunity to play a critical role in protecting life safety, managing risk, and driving best-practice compliance across a national portfolio.

 Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the national fire compliance program across all sites within the portfolio

• Maintain compliance schedules to ensure all inspections, testing, certifications, and statutory obligations are completed on time.

• Verify and maintain accurate asset registers, system records, and compliance documentation.

• Conduct inspections, testing, and certification activities in line with your accreditation and qualifications.

• Oversee certification authority across the business, ensuring compliance with regulatory and accreditation requirements.

• Perform field audits and compliance reviews of both Modus technicians and subcontractor works.

• Escalate critical life-safety risks and ensure appropriate mitigation measures are implemented.

• Manage the fire compliance budget, including labour, subcontractor costs, equipment, and resources.

 About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Certificate III in Fire Protection Inspection & Testing (or higher).

• Current FPA Australia FPAS Accreditation relevant to the systems under management (mandatory).

• Significant experience in fire compliance, inspection, testing, and certification.

• Strong knowledge of AS 1851 and associated Australian Standards.

• Experience managing subcontractors, audits, and compliance programs.

• Current Driver's Licence and White Card.

• Working at Heights and Confined Space certifications (desirable).

• Certificate IV or Diploma in Fire Protection, Fire Systems Design, Building Surveying, or Fire Safety (desirable).

 Why Join Modus?

• National leadership role with significant autonomy and influence.

• Opportunity to shape and improve compliance standards across a major retail portfolio.

• Work with a growing and innovative facilities management business.

• Career development and progression opportunities within a national organisation.