PIPING DRAFTER / DESIGNER

Role Overview

Design and coordinate fire protection systems for building and infrastructure projects, from initial design through installation and project handover. Prepare accurate drawings, calculations and technical documentation, working closely with project teams to meet applicable requirements, project specifications and delivery schedules.

Key Responsibilities

• Review architectural and engineering drawings, project specifications and client requirements to establish the fire protection design scope.

• Prepare system layouts, schematics, detailed drawings and coordinated installation drawings for sprinkler, hydrant, hose reel and other specified fire protection systems.

• Carry out hydraulic calculations, pipe sizing, water supply assessments and equipment selection within the assigned design scope.

• Prepare design calculations, technical specifications, equipment schedules, material submissions and supporting documents for review and approval.

• Coordinate fire protection layouts with architectural, structural, mechanical and electrical disciplines to resolve clashes and maintain installation access.

• Support submissions to consultants, clients and relevant authorities; address review comments and maintain approval records.

• Attend coordination meetings and site visits to clarify design intent, assess site constraints and resolve technical queries.

• Review proposed materials and equipment against approved designs and project specifications; identify deviations for resolution.

• Support quantity take-offs, tender clarifications and technical evaluations of supplier or subcontractor proposals.

• Maintain drawing revisions, calculation records and design change logs; prepare as-built documentation and support testing, commissioning and handover.

Qualifications and Experience

• Diploma or degree in Mechanical Engineering, Fire Protection Engineering, Building Services Engineering or a related discipline.

• Relevant experience in fire protection system design, drawing preparation and multidisciplinary coordination.

• Working knowledge of applicable fire safety codes, design standards and approval procedures for the project jurisdiction.

• Proficiency in AutoCAD and hydraulic calculation software, with the ability to prepare and check technical drawings and calculations.

• Ability to interpret project specifications, equipment data sheets and construction drawings.

Key Skills

• Strong analytical, problem-solving and technical documentation skills.

• Attention to detail, with a disciplined approach to design checking and revision control.

• Clear communication and effective coordination with consultants, contractors, suppliers and site teams.

• Ability to manage concurrent assignments and meet agreed deadlines.

Preferred Experience

• Revit or other BIM modelling and clash-coordination tools.

• Exposure to fire pump rooms, water storage arrangements and specialist suppression systems.

• Experience supporting site installation, testing, commissioning and project handover.