Professional knowledge and skills in electrical and mechanical engineering
Fire Services Engineers must apply the technical knowledge and skills to the designs of fire services systems and equipment.
Fire Services Engineers
Descriptions & Duties
- Fire Services Engineers research into fire service problems; design and advise on fire services systems and equipment; and plan and supervise their development, construction, manufacture, installation, operation, maintenance and repair.
Generic Competencies
Physical Abilities
Physical abilities
- Physical strength
- Eye hand coordination / precision / dexterity
Importance:3 (Max:5)
Skill is basically required
Technology Skills
Technology skills
- Computer literacy
- Application of technology
Importance:4 (Max:5)
Skill is frequently required
Cognitive Abilities
Cognitive abilities
- Creativity
- Visualisation
- Logical thinking
Importance:3 (Max:5)
Skill is basically required
Comprehension And Expression
Comprehension and expression skills
- Reading comprehension
- Oral / written expression
Importance:3 (Max:5)
Skill is basically required
Social Skills
Social skills
- Communication
- Negotiation
- Persuasion
Importance:4 (Max:5)
Skill is frequently required
Organisation And Execution Skills
Organisation and execution skills
- Planning
- Organising
- Judgement
- Decision making
Importance:4 (Max:5)
Skill is frequently required
Problem Solving Skills
Problem solving skills
- Ability to solve simple and complex problems effectively and efficiently
Importance:5 (Max:5)
Skill is required all the time
Management Skills
Management skills
- Leadership
- Management of finance / time / people / other resources
Importance:4 (Max:5)
Skill is frequently required
Trade Specific Competencies
Project management knowledge and skills
Fire Services Engineers supervise the installation of the fire services systems and inspect the quality of the work, they have to deal with any problems that arise.
General Requirements
Academic qualification
Normally have a bachelor's degree in building services / electrical / mechanical engineering related discipline. Holders of relevant higher diplomas can articulate to related degree programmes.
Professional qualification
Corporate membership of the Hong Kong Institution of Engineers (HKIE) in Fire Discipline, or equivalent
Experience
4 to 6 years of relevant work experience
Career Path & Salary
Private Sector
Monthly Salary $12,000-$25,000
Monthly Salary $15,000-$45,000
Monthly Salary $18,000-$45,000
Monthly Salary $25,000-over $60,000
Related Education & Training
Work Environment
- Fire Services Engineers generally work in offices and occasionally visit worksites.
