Our team of highly experienced fire protection and safety specialists have extensive experience in the industry.
Delivering a safer community and workplace through innovation and fire protection solutions.
Established in 2000 by experienced fire industry professionals, Nick Kosanovic and Ewen Thomson, we specialise in providing fire protection, systems and safety solutions focused on keeping you, your employees, your assets and your business safe at all times.
Proven track record across industries.
We apply our technical know-how and experience to design and install, service and maintain, audit and certify fire safety systems and equipment.
Our team of qualified and licenced fire technicians specialise in delivering fire prevention systems and procedures for businesses large and small; and we also support your staff with comprehensive and compliant systems and procedures to ensure your staff have the information they need to manage your fire safety obligations.
As specialists in fire safety and systems design, installation and maintenance, we understand our responsibility to provide a safe and healthy working environment for our employees, sub-contractors, as well as those of our clients and their customers or visitors.
We are committed to eliminating or minimising work health and safety hazards and issues through ongoing performance evaluation, training and education which are constantly maintained for continuous improvement.
Ensuring we keep up to date and maintain our focus as a high quality service provider, we are in the process of reviewing our existing Quality Assurance systems, procedures and standards to attain our ISO 9001 accreditation.
Employing and retaining a quality team is a key priority for EndFire Engineering and we?re proud that our Enterprise Bargaining Agreement (EBA) is registered with the Fair Work Commission, and has been officially recognised by the Australian Building Construction Commission (ABCC) as meeting the requirements of Section 11 of the Building Code 2016, achieving a Determination of Compliance which is unique in our industry.
With our head office in Townsville, and additional locations in Brisbane, Mackay, Cairns and Darwin, we service a diverse range of clients throughout metropolitan, regional and rural areas in Queensland and the Northern Territory.
Experts in fire safety design, installation and maintenance.
Nick established EndFire Engineering alongside Ewen Thomson in 2000. He has more than 35 years’ experience in the fire protection industry.
Nick has helped to develop the business over time, expanding EndFire Engineering beyond Townsville, with branches now in Brisbane, Mackay, Cairns and Darwin.
Nick is responsible for developing EndFire Engineering’s long-term strategic objectives and policies, oversees financial performance, investments and business opportunities.
Ewen, a founding partner with Nick Kosanovic, is a highly experienced fire protection equipment professional with over 25 years in the fire industry.
With a background in RAAF Avionics Aircraft Maintenance Engineering, Ewen holds a Restricted Electrical Licence and is a licenced Fire Sprinkler Fitter. Ewen also holds a QBCC licence for a range of Fire Alarm, Emergency, and Hazard systems and procedures.
Ewen oversees general operations, provides leadership and guidance to the team, as well as manages client relationships.
Tony has 30 years’ experience within the construction and service industry with companies such as Resolve FM Spotless, Thomas & Coffey, AE Smith and EndFire Engineering.
Tony maintains a hands-on role in project planning, scheduled service planning, liaising with clients, initiating scheduled client meetings, optimising client outcomes, long term forecasting for upcoming works ensuring completion targets are achieved and prioritisation of urgent works as required.
Tony has extensive project management experience and is now Branch Manager for our Brisbane office.
With more than 20 years’ experience in the management of projects, services and staff, Paul manages design and installation projects as well as ongoing service and maintenance contracts.
Paul has previously been employed in Operations Management and Facilities Management roles.
Using this experience, Paul manages client contracts including client relationship management, client/site-specific protocols, WHS procedures, KPIs, quality control procedures and continuous improvement.
Having more than 15 years’ experience in both the corporate finance sector and public accounting sector, Melissa joined EndFire Engineering as Finance Manager in 2012.
Melissa oversees the accounts department and manage the business finances including overseas contracts, finance, administration and payroll.
Melissa also provides support and liaison with branch managers and administration staff for day to day operations.
Cristy joined EndFire Engineering in 2013 and has more than 18 years’ experience in the fire industry.
Cristy manages audit and compliance of client premises to ensure quality of service delivery and that contractual obligations are being met. Cristy’s experience extends across a range of industries including commercial, industrial, manufacturing, healthcare, accommodation and logistics.
Managing and developing client relations is an important focus for Cristy and EndFire Engineering.
With more than 8 years’ experience working with EndFire Engineering’s head office in Townsville, Alex has recently relocated to New Zealand to manage an international project.
Alex is currently based in Christchurch, as EndFire Engineering’s project manager for the fire services installation at Christchurch Hospital’s redevelopment project.
Alex has extensive experience from an electrical fire systems installation trade background and holds many licences and accreditations.
Mat has over 10 years’ experience with EndFire Engineering in the installation, maintenance, programming and design of wet and fire protection systems as well as special hazard systems across a broad range of industries.
Prior to his role as Project Manager, Mat was employed as a fire systems technician with EndFire Engineering, providing a strong technical foundation for all projects under his control.
With a background in project management, project engineering and construction management, Kym brings substantial experience in a broad range of projects and sectors including civil, structural, earthworks, process equipment, power and distribution, instruments and controls and materials (specialising in natural gas, LNG, LPG and more).
Kym holds a Bachelor in Mechanical Engineering and has previously worked in high profile organisations within the mining and energy sector with proven success. Kym leads our installation technicians in the Far North Queensland region to deliver projects within construction timelines.
Dean is a wet fire systems engineer with more than 10 years designing and drafting fire system installations with EndFire Engineering.
During his time, he has completed multiple qualifications and courses including a Certificate IV in Manufacturing Technology CAD/Drafting pathway; a Certificate III in Computer Aided Drafting and a Diploma of Fire Systems Design.
Dean is also proficient in specialist software including AutoCAD, Revit (Building Information Modelling), and Hyena (Hydraulic systems software) which provides additional expertise and knowledge in EndFire Engineering’s design and installation process, providing advice and expertise from end-to-end design, installation and maintenance.
Renee has a Diploma of Work Health and Safety, currently undertaking a Bachelor of Accident Forensics and Occupational Health and Safety and has a passion for balancing safety, health and wellbeing with operational procedures.
Renee works with our Service and Project Managers to ensure continuity and conformity with our Work Health & Safety Management System and ensures that any site or client specific safety protocols are communicated with our team. Renee manages all associated WHS documentation and is undertaking a review of EndFire Engineering’s Quality system to meet ISO 9001 standards.
With more than 20 years’ experience, our team of qualified and licenced fire technicians specialise in delivering fire prevention and safety systems and equipment for businesses throughout Queensland and the Northern Territory.
We maintain corporate membership of the Fire Protection Association Australia (FPAA) as well as Queensland Electrical Contractor’s Licence, Queensland Building and Construction Commission (QBCC) Licence and Commercial Accreditation Licence registration in the Northern Territory.
?I have found EndFire Engineering very professional and very reliable. They are responsive to our needs and address any issues promptly. We have regular review meetings and they always get excellent ratings. I would definitely continue to work with EndFire Engineering in the future.?
Ian Phythian
Senior Operations Manager
The GPT Group
?EndFire Engineering look after the fire protection for the airport which includes hydrants, sprinklers, hose reels, fire extinguishers, fire detectors, fire panels and so on. They offer competitive pricing for their services. They have the technical knowledge, expertise and resources to manage the fire systems and unique requirements at the airport. I?m happy with my dealings with EndFire Engineering and have a good rapport with the onsite team. I would be happy to recommend EndFire Engineering to others.?
Rodney Taylor
Technical Services Officer
Cairns Airport
?EndFire Engineering have been looking after the fire safety systems and equipment across all of Brisbane Racing?s sites for about 3 years. They are very knowledgeable about fire safety systems and ensure we are compliant with our obligations under legislation ? to ensure we meet fire safety standards. We have several heritage buildings that have their own unique requirements and constraints and EndFire apply their knowledge and experience to managing these sites appropriately. They are very approachable and reliable. If I have something that needs attending to, I know that I can hand this over to the EndFire team and they will look after it. We are very satisfied with EndFire Engineering and will continue to use them for our Brisbane Racing Club sites.?
Ian Randall
Workplace Health and Safety Advisor
Brisbane Racing Club
?EndFire Engineering look after the monthly inspection and maintenance of our fire safety systems at two train stations and another one of our sites. They are very reliable and very competent. If there is something that needs to be addressed, they proactively discuss it with me. When I need a quote for equipment or maintenance, they are quick to respond. They may not always be the most competitive on price for equipment, but I know that the team will look after everything without the need to follow up. I would recommend EndFire Engineering to others.?
Gary Beach
Maintenance Manager
Brisbane Airport Rail Link
?EndFire Engineering have a personal approach and are understanding of our business needs. They are experts in their field and I value their judgement and expertise. The size of their company is suitable for our requirements ? they are not too small, but not too big. They are responsive to our needs and get back to us in a timely manner when we have enquiries, maintenance issues, or need a quote for an additional service.?
Marc Wall
Contractor Manager (Maintenance/Engineering), Chief Fire Warden
Coca-Cola Amatil