Associate - Design Engineer (Fire)

Tesco; Bengaluru; Hybrid; INR 600,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Tesco Bengaluru is seeking a fire engineering professional to coordinate and update fire-related documents, review risk assessments, and classify defects by type and priority. You will communicate progress to the UK & TBS teams and monitor actions to ensure timely closures.

The role involves maintaining FRA trackers and staying current with evolving fire safety standards. You will collaborate with engineering and maintenance teams, implement continuous improvement projects, and maintain

Qualifications

• Fire risk assessment review.
• Hazard analysis.
• Strong analytical & problem solving skills.
• Fire protection and safety system design.
• Evaluation of fire protection measures.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and update fire engineering documents in the designated portal.
• Review Fire Risk assessment template and classify defects by type and priority.
• Communicate status of activities to Fire Engineering team in UK & TBS for action.
• Monitor actions for each defect and provide progress updates.
• Raise WOs (WONs) as per SOP and monitor closure.
• Keep FRA tracker up to date with latest information.
• Stay current with industry standards including new technology, fire safety methods and survey techniques.
• Collaborate with multiple teams within the engineering & maintenance teams in UK & TBS.
• Implement Continuous Improvement Projects and innovations for their teams.
• Maintain accurate records of fire safety inspection, maintenance and certifications.
• Prepare information for reports and audits.

Skills

Fire risk assessment

Hazard analysis

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Fire protection design

Advanced Excel

Education

Bachelors in Engineering

Job description

I am responsible for coordinating and updating fire engineering documents, reviewing and classifying defects, communicating the status of activities to the appropriate teams and managers in the Fire Engineering team in the UK & TBS for further action.Additionally, I monitor actions taken for each defect to ensure effective progress tracking.

• Ensure that all fire engineering-related documents are systematically updated in the designated portal for each store.
• Review Fire Risk assessment template and classify the defects by type and priority,
• Communicate the details on the status of the activities to the appropriate teams and managers in Fire Engineering team in UK & TBS for further action.
• Monitor the actions taken for each defect by coordinating with the relevant individuals/teams and provide updates to track progress effectively.
• Raise WON's as per the agreed SOP and actively monitor the closure of the WON's.
• Ensure the FRA tracker is up to date with latest information and ready to refer
• Staying current with the industry standards including new technology, fire safety methods and survey techniques
• Collaborate with multiple teams within the engineering& maintenance teams in UK &TBS
• Implementing Continuous Improvement Projects and innovation for their teams
• Maintain accurate records of fire safety inspection, maintenance and certifications
• Provide necessary information in preparation of reports and documentation for internal & external audits, governance review, etc

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Civil Engineering, or a related field

• Fire risk assessment review
• Hazard analysis
• Strong analytical & Problem solving skill
• Fire protection and safety system design
• Evaluation of fire protection measures
• Advance Microsoft Excel skill

At Tesco, inclusion is at the heart of everything we do. We believe in treating everyone fairly and with respect, valuing individuality and uniqueness to create a true sense of belonging. Diversity and inclusion are deeply embedded in our values—we treat people how they want to be treated. Our goal is for all colleagues to feel they can be themselves at work, and we are committed to helping them thrive. Across the Tesco group, we are building an inclusive workplace that actively celebrates the cultures, personalities, and preferences of our colleagues, who in turn contribute to the success of our business and reflect the diversity of the communities we serve.

At Tesco Bengaluru, we are proud to be a Disability Confident Committed Employer, highlighting our commitment to creating a supportive environment for individuals with disabilities. We are dedicated to offering equal opportunities for all candidates and encourage applicants with disabilities to apply. Our recruitment process is fully accessible, and we are happy to provide reasonable adjustments during interviews. If you need any accommodations to participate in the recruitment process, please let us know. We are here to ensure that everyone has the chance to succeed.

We also believe in fostering a work environment where you can excel both professionally and personally. Our hybrid model allows you to work flexibly- spend 60% of your week collaborating in person with colleagues at our office locations or local sites, and the rest of the time working remotely. We understand that everyone’s life journey is unique, whether you are starting your career, pursuing passions, or navigating life changes, and we are here to support you. Flexibility is a core part of our culture, and we encourage open conversations about how we can best accommodate your needs, so talk to us throughout your application process on the support required.

When you join Tesco Bengaluru in this role, you'll be employed by Tesco Bengaluru Private Limited, the Tesco legal entity responsible for your employment.