Fire Safety Manager

SOLUTRUST PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fire safety management firm in Singapore is looking for a Fire Safety Manager to oversee regulations compliance and fire safety operations. You will lead inspections, conduct training sessions for the Emergency Response Team, and ensure fire safety measures are upheld across various sites. Ideal candidates have a diploma in Engineering, experience in fire safety management, and strong knowledge of Singaporean building regulations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Fire Safety Manager.
• In-depth knowledge of Singapore's building regulations and fire protection technologies.
• Proven ability to address compliance challenges effectively.

Responsibilities

• Direct the fire safety team in compliance with regulations.
• Oversee routine inspections and maintain fire protection systems.
• Organize training for the Emergency Response Team and employees.

Skills

Fire safety oversight

Emergency management

Compliance management

Stakeholder relationship building

Education

Diploma in Engineering or equivalent

SCDF-registered Senior Fire Safety Manager certification

Job description

Work location: Multiple Site Locations

Working hours: Monday to Friday, Office hours

Key Responsibilities

• Direct and motivate the fire safety team to achieve complete adherence to the Fire Safety Act, Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) regulations, applicable building codes, Workplace Safety and Health (WSH) guidelines, internal policies, and standard operating procedures.
• Define and enforce clear lines of accountability, performance standards, and measurable outcomes for fire safety activities throughout the organization.
• Supervise routine inspections to detect and mitigate fire risks immediately, while maintaining all fire protection systems and equipment in optimal working condition.
• Oversee vendor contracts for fire safety equipment and services, ensuring consistent performance, regulatory compliance, and value for money.
• Organize and lead periodic fire drills and evacuation simulations to build confidence and proficiency in emergency procedures among all occupants.
• Design and facilitate targeted training sessions for the Company Emergency Response Team (CERT) and employees, encompassing initial firefighting, first aid basics, safe evacuation techniques, and fire prevention strategies.
• Evaluate building designs, modifications, and operational setups to incorporate enhanced emergency features and bolster business continuity measures.
• Play a key role in advancing organizational resilience by creating, updating, and validating Emergency Response Plans (ERPs) through practical exercises and simulations.
• Function as the go-to expert on fire safety and crisis management, offering specialized advice and support to cross-functional teams, projects, and departments.

Key Requirements

• Diploma in any Engineering discipline, or a Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent qualifications.
• Minimum 2 years of hands-on experience as a Fire Safety Manager
• Valid SCDF-registered Senior Fire Safety Manager certification, backed by extensive practical knowledge in fire safety oversight.
• Thorough familiarity with Singapore's building regulations, fire protection technologies, WSH requirements, SCDF directives, and emergency management protocols.
• Demonstrated success in building strong stakeholder relationships, proactively addressing compliance challenges, and optimizing infrastructure and processes for superior safety performance.