Senior Fire/ Life/ Safety Engineer

Technology & Network Operations Doha, Qatar


Description

Position at Al Jazeera Media Network

Senior Fire & Life Safety Engineer (12-Month Contract)

Contract Type: Freelance (12 Months)
Location: Doha, Qatar
 
Al Jazeera Media Network is seeking an experienced Senior Fire & Life Safety Engineer to oversee fire protection, life safety compliance, and risk mitigation across the Network, technical facilities, studios, and critical infrastructure.

Key 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.
Contract Type: Freelance (12 Months)
Location: Doha, Qatar