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Meet the team

Preventing Fires across Queensland and Northern New South Wales Since 1989.

Our team of experienced professionals is trained and qualified to conduct thorough inspections and testing of all types of fire protection systems.

We follow strict industry standards and guidelines to ensure that your systems are up-to-date and meet all safety regulations.

Our objective is to maintain a business which is able to provide our clients with direct access to our management team. In that way we ensure projects are completed on time using our ability to personally review each stage from design through to commissioning.

James Pretty

Director

James holds over 17 years’ experience in the Fire Protection Industry. Starting as an Electrical Apprentice himself, he has worked through Construction Manager and Services Manager roles, to become the all-knowing Director of GM Fire. James has a vast knowledge of products, services and compliance requirements, including multiple aspects of Australian Standards. At GM Fire, James is responsible for providing estimating services, design management and QA review of all projects.

Gregory Bourke

Senior Advisor

Greg is highly regarding in the Fire Protection Industry, with his most recent recognition as a lifetime member of the NFIA. During his 44 years in the industry, he has served as chairman of the NFIA (National Fire Industry Association), retired director of JIST and the Fire Industry Training Centre and founding director of Premier Fire Protection (Qld) Pty Ltd and Premier Fire Protection (NQ) Pty Ltd Greg’s vision for GM Fire was to provide high-quality fire contractor utilising our years of experience in the construction industry and importantly, work closely our its clients to lead the way in innovation and best practice. At GM Fire, Greg is responsible for QA review at all stages of our projects.

Brendon Tonges

Project Manager

Brendon has 8 years’ experience in Fire Industry. He progressed from an Electrical Apprenticeship, Site Foreman and Supervisor to become our lead Project Manager at GM Fire. Brendon is responsible for the Project Management of our larger projects as well as providing onsite support to our technicians. Brendon has managed several projects including the Youth Remand Centre at Wacol, the Clem Jones Tunnel LHD replacement and the MacGregor Homemaker Centre.

Offering Innovative and Sustainable Solutions since 1989

November 1989
The company was established and traded as Premier Fire Protection (Qld) by GM Fire Managing Director, Greg Bourke.
November 2007
The company had an annual turnover exceeding $12 million and employed in excess of 60 staff and contractors. Premier sold it's 'fire business unit'.
November 2016
GM Fire was re-established as a Fire Contracting business.
Today
The company now operates as a low overhead, low cost, high quality fire contractor utilising years of experience in the construction industry.

Protect your home or business from devastating fires with our comprehensive fire protection services in Australia. Our experienced and qualified professionals specialize in designing, installing, maintaining, and servicing a wide range of fire protection systems, including fire alarms, fire suppression systems, fire sprinklers, and emergency lighting.

We are committed to providing tailored solutions that meet your specific needs and budget, while prioritizing safety and customer satisfaction. Our team undergoes rigorous training and certification to ensure that we are up-to-date on the latest technologies and best practices in fire protection.