Firestopping in High-Density Building Facades: Challenges, Compliance and Good Practice

Martin is a Mechanical Engineer with a PhD in Materials Engineering and more than two decades of experience in the Australian construction industry. Since joining Hilti Australia in 2004, he has held a variety of technical and leadership roles focused on delivering safer and more productive solutions for contractors, particularly in the use of tools, fasteners, and passive fire protection systems.

In his current role, Martin works closely with internal and external stakeholders to enhance building safety through the quality design and installation of passive firestop systems, while also maintaining responsibility for health and safety. He is an active contributor to industry development, serving on the Fire Protection Association Australia (FPA) TAC/18/19 Committee, the Facade Working Group, and the Li‑Ion Special Interest Group. He also sits on the Engineers Australia Society of Fire Safety NSW Executive Committee.

Martin’s interests extend beyond passive fire protection to the broader challenge of reducing fire risks associated with lithium‑ion batteries. In support of this, he is a Director on the Battery Stewardship Council board.