Technical Safety Engineer

Kin-Tec Global Recruitment; Doha; On-site; QAR 364,000 - 474,000; Full time

Job summary

A global recruitment firm is seeking an experienced Technical Safety Engineer in Doha, Qatar. The candidate must have over 10 years in oil and gas projects, focusing on fire protection and safety adequacy studies. Responsibilities include detailed gap analyses of fire protection systems and compliance with safety standards. Strong analytical and report-writing skills are essential for this role, which offers a 6-month contract with possibilities for extension.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years' experience in oil & gas projects.
• Strong knowledge of Shell DEP and QatarEnergy safety standards.
• Proven experience performing gap analyses.

Responsibilities

• Conduct fire protection and safety adequacy studies.
• Perform gap analyses for fire protection systems.
• Assess escape and evacuation arrangements.

Skills

Firewater system design and hydraulic calculations

Passive fire protection assessment and fireproofing design

Escape, evacuation, and shelter-in-place evaluation

Strong analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Report-writing skills

Job description

Position Title: Technical Safety Engineer

Location: Doha, Qatar (Onshore)

Contract: 6 months, with possibility of extension

Work Schedule: 5 days/week, 8 hours/day

Estimated Start Date: January 2026

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Technical Safety Engineer to perform fire protection and safety adequacy studies across onshore oil and gas facilities. The role involves conducting gap analyses for active and passive fire protection systems, as well as assessing escape, evacuation, and shelter‑in‑place arrangements to ensure compliance with Shell DEP and QatarEnergy standards.

Key Responsibilities

Active Fire Protection System Adequacy Report – Gap Analysis

• Review firewater systems including hydrants, monitors, deluge, foam systems, and fire extinguishers.
• Evaluate hydraulic calculations, firewater demand calculations, ring‑main layouts, and FW P&IDs.
• Identify gaps and produce detailed reporting to ensure compliance with Shell DEP and QatarEnergy standards.

Passive Fire Protection Adequacy Study – Gap Analysis

• Assess fireproofing design across facilities, including jet fire and pool fire scenarios.
• Verify fire resistance ratings and compliance with standards.
• Prepare gap analysis reports with clear recommendations.

Escape, Evacuation & Shelter-in-Place Adequacy Study – Gap Analysis

• Review muster points, evacuation routes, and shelter-in-place provisions.
• Evaluate adequacy against Shell DEP and QatarEnergy standards.
• Document findings and recommendations in comprehensive reports.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum 10 years' experience in oil & gas projects with hands‑on exposure to fire protection systems, fireproofing, and emergency evacuation planning.
• Strong knowledge of Shell DEP and QatarEnergy safety standards.
• Proven experience performing gap analyses, reviewing hydraulic/firewater calculations, and P&ID layouts.
• Ability to produce high‑quality documentation and reports.

Technical Skills

• Firewater system design and hydraulic calculations
• Passive fire protection assessment and fireproofing design
• Escape, evacuation, and shelter-in-place evaluation
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and report‑writing skills
• Knowledge of oil & gas safety regulations and standards