Fire Suppression Technician

About the Role

Albaap (عالباب لإدارة المرافق) is seeking a Fire Suppression Technician to join their team in Riyadh, Riyadh. This full-time role involves comprehensive maintenance, installation support, and troubleshooting for various fire suppression systems. The position requires 5-10 years of experience in the field.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on fire suppression systems, including sprinkler systems (wet/dry/pre-action/deluge), clean agent systems, foam systems, CO2 systems, and water mist extinguishing systems.
• Support construction and installation activities by installing piping, valves, hangers/supports, nozzles, and detection/actuation interfaces.
• Assist with system integration and ensure all work aligns with drawings and specifications.
• Execute system inspections and testing, including functional checks, alarm/interface verification, integrity checks, and commissioning support.
• Troubleshoot and resolve faults in mechanical and electrical components such as valves, pumps, cylinders, controllers, pressure switches/sensors, and discharge elements.
• Read and interpret shop drawings, isometrics, wiring diagrams, and system configuration documents.
• Ensure accurate documentation and reporting, including maintenance reports, test results, defect logs, completion records, and updating as-built information.
• Ensure full compliance with local Saudi safety requirements, codes, site HSE policies, permit-to-work (PTW) procedures, and all applicable safety protocols.
• Coordinate with site teams, including mechanical/electrical personnel, project engineers, and subcontractors, to ensure smooth handovers and operational readiness.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior technicians as needed.

Qualifications and Experience

• A minimum of 5 to 10 years of experience in fire suppression system maintenance and installation.
• Demonstrated ability to perform preventive and corrective maintenance on various fire suppression systems.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting technical drawings and documentation.
• Strong understanding of Saudi safety requirements and industry codes.

Required Skills

• Technical expertise in fire suppression systems.
• Troubleshooting and diagnostic skills for mechanical and electrical components.
• Attention to detail in documentation and reporting.
• Ability to work collaboratively with site teams and subcontractors.
• Commitment to safety and compliance with HSE policies.

Work Environment

This is a full-time position based in Riyadh, Riyadh, requiring on-site presence and coordination with various teams to ensure operational efficiency and safety compliance.

Application Process

Candidates who meet the specified qualifications and experience are encouraged to apply for this role.