Champion Fire Protection is a privately owned company that operates in Queensland and Northern New South Wales specialising in the design, installation and maintenance of fire protection systems and equipment.
Paul Graham and Chris McGuire (Financial & Operational Managers) have worked together on many large projects over a 20 year period with Paul managing the maintenance, design and installation of the fire alarm and evacuation systems and Chris managing the maintenance, installation and design of the fire sprinkler, hydrant and hose reel systems.
The company is licensed in Queensland with QBCC. Lic No1191167 and is a member of the National Fire Protection Industry Association. Please refer to our work history document for qualifications and experience.
1991 – 2010 Premier Fire Protection – Construction manager specializing in the design and installation of fire services. The work covered in this time includes the design, installation and certification of fire services to major sporting complexes, shopping centers, health facilities, education facilities, residential high rises, high rise hotels, suppression systems, multi level car parks and airport terminals.
Extensive experience in the design of fire sprinkler systems in all types of buildings including high-rises, warehouses and shopping centre complexes.
Highly experienced in Project Management of fire services which include fire sprinklers, fire alarms and fire hydrant and hose reel systems.
Full knowledge of the QFRS requirements with regards to inspection and testing of the fire systems to achieve building compliance and a successful handover.
Complete understanding of the Australian Standards AS2941 (Fire Pumps), AS2118 (Fire Sprinklers),AS2419 (Fire Hydrants) and the Building Code of Australia.
Full commitment to the Occupational Health and Safety Policies on all our projects.
· Ability to supervise and manage a working team to successfully complete a project on time and on budget.
· Ability to communicate with client representatives in a polite, diplomatic and professional manner.
· Possess the necessary skills required with time management, project procurement, and forward planning in meeting the construction programme target dates.
· The experience to deliver the most diverse scope in my field.
· Excellent network of industry leaders with high creditability.
Involvement in the electrical construction industry continuously for the last 32years with the last 15years specializing in the fire services industry undertaking project management and supervision roles.
Extensive experience with the major construction companies in south east QLD and northern NSW on a vast array of different project installations.
Absolute commitment to safety for all aspects of endeavor.
The ability to control procurement and resources on multiple projects of all sizes.
Experience and understanding all brands of fire panels and evacuation systems used in Australia and the contacts and knowledge to overcome any installation requirement.
Ability to undertake complex interfaces with other services and trades.
An excellent understanding of the BCA and applicable standards and the application of these codes and standards to projects.
Ability to produce all documentation as required by clients for project completion.
Experience to assess design documentation and identify short falls or over design.
The knowledge to design layouts for installations to meet all codes and standards.
Ability to communicate with people from a diverse range of backgrounds at all levels.
Commitment to the customer’s goals.
Highly skilled in time management and forward planning.
Ability to multi task and think outside the square to achieve the required results.
Punctuality and reliability with all enquiries answered.
Respect for all people involved in the work process.
Always endeavor to make the work place a happier one.