Director – Fire Protection

M.M.Enterprises (Recruitment Agency in India); India; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,500,000; Full time

Job summary

M.M.Enterprises in India is seeking an experienced Director – Fire Protection to lead fire safety design and engineering. This role involves ensuring compliance with safety regulations and overseeing project execution across various operations.

The ideal candidate will have 15–25 years of experience in Fire Protection Engineering and proven leadership skills. The position is critical for managing projects from conception to execution, ensuring quality, safety, and timely delivery.

Qualifications

• 15–25 years in Fire Protection / Fire Safety Engineering.
• Proven leadership experience in large-scale projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, planning, and execution of fire protection systems.
• Ensure compliance with NFPA, NBC, and local fire safety regulations.
• Oversee project lifecycle from concept to commissioning.
• Provide technical leadership to engineering and project teams.
• Liaise with clients, consultants, and regulatory authorities.

Skills

Fire protection design & codes knowledge

Project management

Leadership skills

Client handling skills

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical / Fire Engineering

Master’s degree (preferred)

Job description

Job Title

Director – Fire Protection

Industry

Engineering / Construction / Fire & Safety

Location

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Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Director – Fire Protection to lead fire safety design, engineering, and execution across projects. The role involves overseeing end‑to‑end fire protection systems, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and driving best practices across all operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead design, planning, and execution of fire protection systems (hydrant, sprinkler, fire alarm, suppression systems)
• Ensure compliance with NFPA, NBC, and local fire safety regulations
• Oversee project lifecycle from concept to commissioning
• Provide technical leadership to engineering and project teams
• Review drawings, specifications, and fire safety audits
• Liaise with clients, consultants, and regulatory authorities
• Drive quality, safety, and timely project delivery
• Lead risk assessment and mitigation strategies
• Mentor and develop fire protection engineering teams

Requirements

Qualification

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical / Fire Engineering or related field. Master’s degree preferred.

Experience

15–25 years in Fire Protection / Fire Safety Engineering. Proven leadership experience in large‑scale projects.

Skills

Strong knowledge of fire protection design & codes (NFPA, NBC, etc.). Project management & leadership skills. Client handling and stakeholder management. Strategic planning and decision‑making.

Key Competencies

Leadership & team management. Problem‑solving & analytical thinking. Strong communication & negotiation skills.