Fire Protection Engineer

Location:
Qatar

We are seeking an experienced Project Engineer – Fire Fighting & Fire Alarm Systems to manage and support fire protection inspection, maintenance, and compliance activities for a major Oil & Gas client in Qatar.

• Act as the primary technical focal point for all fire protection systems, including fire extinguishers, AEDs, fire blankets, fire fighting, and fire alarm systems.
• Plan and oversee monthly inspections for fire extinguishers and AED units, and semi‑annual inspections for fire blankets.
• Manage and execute annual inspection, testing, repair, and maintenance of all client‑owned fire protection equipment in full compliance with NFPA, QCDD, and client standards.
• Ensure strict compliance with NFPA, QCDD, QCS, and applicable Oil & Gas HSE standards.
• Liaise effectively with clients, Qatar Civil Defense, consultants, EPC contractors, and operations teams.
• Review inspection findings and ensure immediate removal of any non‑compliant equipment, coordinating timely replacement with client safety teams.
• Coordinate the replacement of consumables and components such as extinguishers, extinguishing agents, AED pads, batteries, and fire blankets to maintain continuous operational compliance.
• Supervise required hydrostatic testing, including expellant cartridge testing for cartridge‑type extinguishers.
• Prepare, maintain, and submit detailed inspection and maintenance reports within agreed timelines.
• Coordinate site activities, contractor resources, and technical documentation including ITPs, method statements, and maintenance records.
• Support system testing, commissioning, acceptance, and project handover activities.
• Ensure all work activities are performed in line with client procedures and Oil & Gas HSE requirements.
• Provide technical guidance and leadership to site teams to ensure high‑quality and safe service deliver.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
• UPDA & QCDD Certification – Mandatory
• 8–12 years of experience in Fire Protection Systems within Oil & Gas or industrial facilities.
• Strong hands‑on expertise in fire extinguishers, fire pumps, foam systems, deluge systems, sprinklers, and fire alarm systems.
• In‑depth knowledge of NFPA standards, QCDD regulations, and international fire safety practices.
• Experience in inspection, maintenance, testing, and compliance management.
• Proven ability to work in operating plants and brownfield environments.
• Excellent coordination, reporting, and client communication skills.
• Must be currently available in Qatar with transferable visa