Senior Manager Fire and Life Safety Operation

About the Role

Qiddiya is seeking a Senior Manager Fire and Life Safety Operation to oversee all fire prevention, life safety, and emergency preparedness operations across Qiddiya's city assets. This full-time role is based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, and requires 5-10 years of experience in relevant fields. The Senior Manager ensures that all fire safety systems, evacuation procedures, and life safety protocols adhere to the highest international standards, protecting guests, employees, and infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the operational readiness and performance of all fire detection, suppression, and alarm systems across Qiddiya's portfolio of assets.
• Develop, implement, and maintain fire safety and life safety management plans, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and emergency evacuation procedures.
• Conduct regular fire risk assessments, safety audits, and inspections to ensure compliance with Saudi Civil Defence regulations and international best practices.
• Coordinate fire safety training programs, evacuation drills, and awareness campaigns for operational staff and tenant stakeholders.
• Liaise with Saudi Civil Defence, local fire authorities, and third-party consultants on regulatory compliance, permitting, and emergency response coordination.
• Lead incident investigations related to fire or life safety events, producing root cause analyses and corrective action plans.
• Support the design review and commissioning of fire and life safety systems for new and existing assets to ensure operational readiness.

Qualifications and Experience

• A minimum of 7+ years of experience in fire safety management, life safety operations, or fire engineering within large-scale mixed-use developments, theme parks, or entertainment destinations.
• In-depth knowledge of NFPA codes, Saudi Building Code, Civil Defense requirements, and international fire safety standards.
• Professional certifications such as NEBOSH Fire Safety, IFE membership, or equivalent are strongly preferred.
• Proven leadership experience managing fire safety teams and coordinating with regulatory authorities.
• Strong analytical skills with experience conducting fire risk assessments and safety audits.

Work Environment

This role is a full-time position based in Riyadh, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, focusing on the operational safety of Qiddiya's diverse assets. The successful candidate will work within a dynamic environment, collaborating with various internal and external stakeholders to maintain high safety standards.

Application Process

Candidates who meet the specified requirements are encouraged to apply for this position. The salary for this role will be disclosed during the interview process.