About
We’re on a journey to make New Zealand’s built environment safer for everyone.
OUR STORY
We’re Registered Chartered Fire Engineers
With over a decade of experience in fire engineering and as registered chartered fire engineers, we provide fire engineering solutions tailored to New Zealand’s unique regulatory and environmental landscape.
We’re committed to raising the bar in fire safety, offering engineering solutions that blend innovative design with practical compliance. We work closely with architects, developers, and councils to ensure that every building we work on is as safe as it is functional.
Our expertise in fire safety design, risk assessment, and compliance means that we see beyond the obvious—we anticipate potential risks and craft tailored strategies that safeguard properties for the future.
OUR DIRECTOR
David Leaver
David is a Chartered Fire Engineer and founder of Leaver Fire Engineering, prior to LFE, David worked for specialist fire engineering consultancies and multi-disciplinary engineering practices.
David has 12 years of New Zealand experience, during which time he has worked on projects across New Zealand, forming strong relationships with clients, design partners, Fire and Emergency New Zealand and local councils.
David’s principle for each project is to add value, by providing a collaborative design service, David liaises with members of the project team on key aspects of the fire engineering design and identifies where greater value can be achieved.
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OUR PROMISES
We make New Zealand’s built environment safer
for everyone
We bring fire engineering expertise to every project, ensuring New Zealand’s built environment is safer, stronger, and prepared for the future. Our innovative, code-compliant solutions protect people and property while enhancing the resilience of buildings across the country.
We deliver peace of mind
With LFE, you gain peace of mind knowing that your building is safe, compliant, and built to last.
We see beyond the obvious
We anticipate potential risks and craft tailored strategies that safeguard properties for the future.
Expertise designed specifically for
New Zealand’s building landscape
Our deep understanding of local regulations, paired with cutting-edge engineering solutions, ensures that your projects meet compliance requirements while prioritising safety and sustainability for New Zealand’s landscape.
