Site Engineer – Fire Fighting & Fire Alarm; Maintenance UAE

Job Overview

We are currently seeking a qualified and experienced Site Engineer specializing in Fire Fighting and Fire Alarm System Maintenance to join our team in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the reliability, safety, and compliance of fire protection systems across commercial, residential, and industrial facilities.

This position requires strong technical expertise in fire safety systems, excellent troubleshooting abilities, and the capability to lead maintenance teams while maintaining the highest safety and quality standards.

• Lead and supervise preventive, corrective, and emergency maintenance activities for fire fighting and fire alarm systems.
• Manage daily site operations and coordinate maintenance technicians to ensure timely completion of assigned tasks.
• Inspect, diagnose, and resolve faults in fire alarm panels, smoke detectors, sprinklers, hydrant networks, hose reel systems, and fire pumps.
• Conduct routine testing and inspections to ensure system functionality and compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Prepare detailed maintenance reports, inspection records, service logs, and technical documentation.
• Coordinate with clients, consultants, facility managers, and internal departments regarding maintenance schedules and technical issues.
• Ensure all maintenance activities comply with UAE Civil Defence regulations, NFPA standards, and company safety procedures.
• Perform site assessments and recommend corrective actions, upgrades, or system improvements when required.
• Monitor inventory levels and assist in planning spare parts and material requirements for maintenance operations.
• Support emergency response activities and critical system troubleshooting when necessary.

• Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience in Fire Fighting and Fire Alarm System Maintenance.
• Strong knowledge of fire pumps, sprinkler systems, hydrants, hose reels, fire extinguishing systems, and fire alarm networks.
• Proven troubleshooting and fault-finding skills within fire protection systems.
• Ability to supervise maintenance teams and manage multiple site activities efficiently.
• Good communication, reporting, and client coordination skills.
• Previous UAE experience will be considered an added advantage.
• Valid UAE Driving License is preferred.

Candidates with experience in the following sectors are encouraged to apply:

• Fire Protection & Life Safety Systems
• Facilities Management (FM)
• MEP Maintenance Services
• Building Services Engineering
• Industrial Maintenance & Operations

• Competitive salary package
• Medical insurance coverage
• Annual leave and air ticket benefits
• Career development and training opportunities
• Professional work environment with long-term growth prospects

If you have a strong background in fire protection maintenance and are looking to advance your engineering career in Dubai, we encourage you to submit your application today.