Fire & Life Safety Inspector

Primary Functions:

• Conduct site and in-service inspections of buildings and infrastructure in accordance with NFPA and applicable international standards.
• Inspect fire protection and life safety systems to verify compliance with client, regulatory, and industry requirements.
• Prepare inspection reports, technical deliverables, discrepancy reports, and non-conformance findings.
• Witness testing and commissioning activities and ensure approved procedures are properly implemented.
• Maintain accurate inspection records and documentation for future reference, audits, and verification.
• Support quality assurance initiatives by delivering objective and technically sound inspection assessments.

Technical Expertise:

• Strong knowledge and practical application of NFPA standards, including NFPA 10, 13, 14, 20, 25, 72, 92, and 101.
• Perform inspections of fire alarm systems, sprinkler systems, fire pumps, hydrants, fire extinguishers, and gas suppression systems.
• Verify compliance of fire doors, emergency exits, stairwells, means of egress, emergency lighting, and exit signage.
• Conduct Fire & Life Safety (FLS) inspections, testing, and compliance assessments.
• Perform mechanical installation surveys and safety risk assessments for buildings, hotels, resorts, and infrastructure facilities.
• Identify non-compliance issues and provide detailed technical recommendations and corrective actions.
• Prepare inspection reports, worksheets, logbook entries, and compliance documentation.

Requirements & Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Fire Protection Engineering, Safety Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 8 years of relevant experience in Fire & Life Safety inspections, fire protection systems, and compliance assessments.
• NFPA Certification(s) are mandatory.
• Valid Saudi Council of Engineers (SCE) registration is mandatory.
• Strong knowledge of NFPA codes, inspection methodologies, and fire protection systems.
• Excellent report writing and technical documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and interact professionally with clients.

Business Requirements:

• Deliver high-quality inspection services while maintaining impartiality and technical integrity.
• Ensure all inspection activities comply with company procedures, client specifications, and applicable standards.
• Maintain accurate records and timely submission of reports and deliverables.
• Support operational excellence, customer satisfaction, and regulatory compliance objectives.