DPW Manager (Fire Protection/Suppression) - Kuwait

Fluor Corporation; Kuwait; On-site; KWD 22,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Fluor Corporation in Kuwait is seeking a Fire Alarm Systems Manager to lead the maintenance and management of fire alarm detection programs across facilities. You will develop and implement a maintenance, test and inspection plan aligned with NFPA and NEC standards.

You will supervise technicians, perform QA checks, coordinate testing schedules with supervisors and custodians, and ensure safe, compliant installations. This role requires NICET II certification, U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field and 9–12 years of related experience.
• Proficient with email and Microsoft Office; strong English communication.
• U.S. citizenship and Secret Security Clearance required.
• NICET II certification is required.
• NFPA standards knowledge and relevant fire alarm system expertise.

Responsibilities

• Lead the fire alarm maintenance program across facilities and ensure compliance with NFPA and NEC standards.
• Develop and implement maintenance, test and inspection plans; oversee repairs or expansions as needed.
• Supervise technicians; perform QA checks; document acceptance testing and coordinate schedules with supervisors and custodians.
• Ensure safety and regulatory compliance; manage subcontractors as directed by management.
• Prepare written reports and maintain records for fire management.

Skills

English proficiency

Team supervision

Quality assurance

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

NICET II certification

NFPA standards knowledge

Microsoft Office

Job description

At Fluor, we are proud to design and build projects and careers. We are committed to fostering a welcoming and collaborative work environment that encourages big-picture thinking, brings out the best in our employees, and helps us develop innovative solutions that contribute to building a better world together. If this sounds like a culture you would like to work in, you’re invited to apply for this role.

Job Description

Manages the fire alarm detection maintenance program for facilities. Has the overall responsibility for the maintenance and management of fire alarm systems. Responsible for development of a maintenance, test and inspection program, compliant with DOD and NFPA regulations. Develop a scope of work required for system repair, maintenance or expansion of alarm systems. Oversee work for system repair, maintenance or expansion, ensuring equipment provided and installed complies with the current NFPA standards and the National Electrical Code. Plans and directs lead alarm technicians work load, performs quality assurance checks providing written reports to fire management. Supervises and documents acceptance testing of fire alarm systems. Coordinates work schedule and requirements with supervisors, schedules appointments for testing repair and maintenance of fire alarm systems with facility custodians. As directed by management, may supervise employees or subcontractor personnel in accordance with the “General Supervisory Duties and Responsibilities” addendum.

Basic Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, and nine (9) years to twelve (12) years related experience.

Other Job Requirements

• Requires computer skills and proficiency using email, Microsoft Office or specialized applications as necessary to perform assigned job functions.
• To ensure compliance with safety, health and security requirements in the contract, employee will possess the ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language at the intermediate level as necessary to perform assigned job functions.
• Requires the job knowledge, skill level and physical ability necessary to perform assigned job functions.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Must have a Secret Security Clearance
• Performs installation, inspections, testing, maintenance, repairs, and replacements of fire detection and alarm systems for all fire protection equipment and systems located in AASAB.
• National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) qualified Fire Alarms Systems personnel perform fire protection systems and exhaust suppression systems (hoods and ducts systems) inspection, maintenance, and repair; fire alarms technicians are embedded within the Electrical Section for daily operations.
• Must be NICET Level II certified.
• Position may be located in a wide variety of environments, from conventional indoor office workspace to project worksites with harsh, working and living conditions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior military and/or contingency experience.

To Be Considered Candidates

• Must be authorized to work in the country where the position is located.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by governing law.

Notice to Candidates

Background checks are carried out as part of any conditional offer made, including (but not limited to & role dependent) education, professional registration, employment, references, passport verifications and Global Watchlist screening.