Fire Technician

About the Role

Total Safety EMEA is seeking a Fire Technician to join their team in Al Jubail, Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia. This is a contract position requiring 2-5 years of relevant experience. The role focuses on ensuring the functionality and compliance of firefighting and fire alarm systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct regular inspections of all onsite firefighting equipment to ensure functionality and compliance with regulatory standards.
• Test fire alarm systems, including smoke detectors, fire alarms, and control panels, to verify operational readiness.
• Record findings from inspections and tests accurately, suggesting improvements and necessary repairs.

Maintenance and Installation

• Perform preventive maintenance (PM) on firefighting equipment, including lubrication, cleaning, and part replacements as per manufacturer and regulatory standard guidelines.
• Identify and troubleshoot defects or malfunctions in fire alarm systems, performing corrective maintenance (CM) to restore systems to operational condition.
• Install and commission firefighting equipment, fire alarm systems, gas detection systems, and related components as per assigned project requirements.

Compliance and Reporting

• Ensure all work adheres to NFPA standards, manufacturer guidelines, and local fire safety regulations.
• Follow safety protocols and use appropriate tools and equipment during all tasks.
• Submit reports on inspected system performance and any corrective measures undertaken.

Collaboration and Communication

• Coordinate with site Supervisor, engineers, foremen, and project teams to meet deadlines and ensure smooth workflow.
• Communicate effectively with clients regarding system operations and maintenance requirements.

Experience Required

Candidates should possess 2-5 years of experience in a related field to effectively manage the responsibilities of this role.