2019 Award Finalists

Fire Protection Association Australia (FPA Australia) would like to thank everyone involved in submitting a nomination for the 2019 Fire Protection Industry Awards.  This year we received a record number of award nominations across the nine categories, which made it extremely competitive and challenging for our independent judging panel.

The results are now in. A detailed list can be viewed below.  The winners will be announced at the Fire Protection Industry Awards Gala Dinner, 8 November at the Crown Aviary in Melbourne.  With this number of finalists, tickets are selling fast.  Don't miss out on your chance to share in the celebrations and enjoy an evening of fine dining, great entertainment and an opportunity to network with key industry stakeholders.  Book your tickets today!


 

Young Achiever of the Year

This award recognises outstanding achievement of a young leader in the Australian fire protection industry.

This year's Finalists are:

  • Firas Shawash
  • Qazi Samia Razzaque
  • James Morson

Barry Lee Technical Excellence

Proudly sponsored by: Wormald Australia

In honour of the tremendous work Barry Lee has achieved over 50 years plus in the industry, this award recognises outstanding technical contribution to the Australian fire protection industry.

This year's Finalists are:

  • Firas Shawash
  • Jeff Marriott
  • David Isaac
  • Stephen Caple

Harry Marryatt Fire Protection Company of the Year 1-49 employees

In honour of Harry Marryatt and the founding principle of the Association, this award recognises those companies that demonstrate an outstanding commitment to the Australian fire protection industry.

This year's Finalists are:

  • Fire & Emergency Services SA
  • Greene Fire
  • Delta Fire Australia
  • All Fired Up Fire Services Pty Ltd

Harry Marryatt Fire Protection Company of the Year 50+ employees

In honour of Harry Marryatt and the founding principle of the Association, this award recognises those companies that demonstrate an outstanding commitment to the Australian fire protection industry.

This year's Finalists are:

  • Crown Melbourne Ltd
  • Locatrix
  • DEM Fire & Essential Services Group

Fire Protection Project of the Year Under $1 million

This Award recognises outstanding management and administration of a fire protection project that showcases the alliance between the managing company, the design team including the consultant/engineer, and the contractor to successfully complete the fire protection project.  The project may be from within any market type including; residential, office/retail, industrial, mixed use or any combination of uses.  It may be within a comprehensive development or a single building and could either be a public or private sector project.

This year's Finalists are:

  • Azzo Project Services (Daydream Island Project)
  • Azzo Project Services (Palmerston NT Hospital)
  • Wormald Australia


Fire Protection Project of the Year Over $1 million

This Award recognises outstanding management and administration of a fire protection project that showcases the alliance between the managing company, the design team including the consultant/engineer, and the contractor to successfully complete the fire protection project.  The project may be from within any market type including; residential, office/retail, industrial, mixed use or any combination of uses.  It may be within a comprehensive development or a single building and could either be a public or private sector project.

This year's Finalists are:

  • Wormald Australia
  • Warren Smith & Partners

Ron Coffey Award for Excellence in Bushfire Protection

In honour of the tireless commitment and outstanding contribution of Ron Coffey to the bushfire protection profession.  This award recognises his leadership and support of the industry and his dedication to advancing the Association's bushfire protection programs.

The recipient may have contributed to achieving improved bushfire safety outcomes through developing innovative solutions to complex problems, provision of training and education, contribution to bushfire specific committees and working groups or development of bushfire protection products or services.

This year's Finalists are:

  • Lew Short
  • Gary McMahon
  • Rod Rose
  • Anthony Rowe

Innovative Product & Technology

The Innovative Product & Technology Award recognises new or emerging products and technologies that provide innovative solutions for new and existing fire safety and fire protection industry risks and/or activities.

Proudly sponsored by: CSIRO

This year's Finalists are:

  • Victaulic Australia Pty Ltd
  • Swart & Sons Pty Ltd
  • FLAIM Systems
  • Trafalgar Fire Containment

Emerging Fire Protection Industry Leader

Proudly sponsored by: Uptick

This award acknowledges and celebrates industry professionals who have spent more than 2 years working within the Fire Protection Industry and are making their mark in their workplace and the industry. 

This year's Finalists are:

  • Mark Azzopardi
  • Firas Shawash
  • Benjamin Hughes-Brown
  • Robert Peters

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Barry Lee Technical Excellence Award


Emerging Fire Protection Leader Award


Innovative Product Technology & Solutions Award



Young Achiever of the Year Award


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