Senior Engineer - Fire and Life Safety - Azizi Developments Dubai

Azizi Development UAE; Dubai; On-site; AED 100,440 - 133,920; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits package

Career advancement opportunities

Innovative multidisciplinary design environment

Job summary

Azizi Development UAE is hiring a Senior Engineer - Fire and Life Safety to lead the in-house FLS team within Studio 360. The role involves developing and implementing fire and life safety strategies across major projects while ensuring compliance with NFPA and UAE Fire Code.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, 10-12 years of experience, and strong knowledge of fire safety standards. Azizi offers a competitive salary and career advancement opportunities.

Qualifications

• 10-12 years of experience in fire and life safety engineering, preferably in the UAE or GCC.
• Strong knowledge of NFPA 101, NFPA 5000, UAE Fire Code, and related standards.
• NFPA certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the in-house Fire and Life Safety team and oversee all related design and engineering functions.
• Provide technical guidance to internal design teams, consultants, and contractors.
• Review and evaluate architectural layouts for compliance with NFPA and UAE Fire Code.

Skills

Leadership

Technical guidance

Knowledge of NFPA code

CAD proficiency

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture or Engineering

Tools

CAD

Bluebeam

Job description

Senior Engineer - Fire and Life Safety

Azizi Developments is hiring a Senior Engineer - Fire and Life Safety (FLS) to lead the in‑house FLS team within Studio 360. The role is responsible for developing and implementing fire and life safety strategies across major real‑estate projects, ensuring compliance with NFPA, UAE Fire Code, and international safety standards.

Location: United Arab Emirates – Dubai
Industry: Real Estate
Function: Engineering
Salary: 9000-12000 monthly (Market estimated)
Job Type: Full‑time

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the in‑house Fire and Life Safety team within Studio 360 and oversee all related design and engineering functions.
• Provide technical guidance to internal design teams, consultants, and contractors.
• Review and evaluate architectural layouts and design proposals for compliance with NFPA and UAE Fire Code.
• Conduct detailed reviews of drawings, reports, and material submittals to ensure fire safety compliance.
• Assess and validate external fire consultants' strategies and recommendations.
• Prepare technical reports, memorandums, and presentations addressing fire safety issues.
• Research and evaluate new materials, technologies, and regulations related to fire safety.
• Perform risk assessments and present findings to management and project stakeholders.
• Develop fire safety strategy reports for various building types.
• Deliver training sessions and share fire safety knowledge with internal teams.
• Maintain accurate documentation and records in project tracking systems.
• Support continuous improvement by updating internal best practices and standards.

Candidate Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture or Engineering.
• 10-12 years of experience in fire and life safety engineering, preferably in the UAE or GCC.
• Strong knowledge of NFPA 101, NFPA 5000, UAE Fire Code, and related standards such as NFPA 13, 14, 72, and 92.
• NFPA certification preferred.
• Chartered Engineer or affiliation with a recognized professional body is advantageous.
• Proficiency in CAD, Bluebeam, and other FLS‑related software.
• Excellent technical, analytical, and leadership skills.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management capabilities.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to lead fire and life safety initiatives for landmark Dubai projects.
• Collaborative and innovative multidisciplinary design environment.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Career advancement with one of Dubai's most respected real‑estate developers.

About the Company

Azizi Developments is a premier Dubai‑based real‑estate developer known for its extensive portfolio of residential and mixed‑use projects across the emirate. Dedicated to innovation, safety, and quality, Azizi's signature developments include Azizi Riviera, Mina on Palm Jumeirah, and Azizi Venice in Dubai South.