Senior Fire/Life/Safety Engineer

Responsibilities

• Lead fire and life safety inspections, audits, investigations, and compliance reviews across AJMN facilities.
• Ensure all fire detection, alarm, suppression, and life safety systems are fully operational and compliant with applicable codes and standards.
• Review and approve fire protection designs, shop drawings, material submissions, and as-built documentation.
• Monitor contractor and vendor performance, conduct site inspections, and manage punch lists through completion.
• Support construction, renovation, and expansion projects by providing fire and life safety expertise.
• Conduct annual facility assessments and recommend corrective actions and risk mitigation measures.
• Deliver fire safety training and awareness programs.
• Participate in tender evaluations and technical assessments of contractors and suppliers.
• Prepare reports, recommendations, and presentations for management and stakeholders.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Fire Protection Engineering, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in Fire & Life Safety, Fire Protection Engineering, or a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of international fire codes, standards, and compliance requirements.
• Experience reviewing construction projects, fire systems, and technical infrastructure.
• Excellent communication, reporting, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently in a complex operational environment.

About the Company

Al Jazeera Media Network is a leading global media organization. This is a 12-month freelance contract based onsite in Doha, Qatar, focused on overseeing fire protection and risk mitigation across technical facilities, studios, and critical infrastructure.