Senior Fire Safety Engineer & Regulator

Home Team Science and Technology Agency (HTX); Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

HTX is seeking a candidate to regulate fire safety standards in buildings, focusing on Fire Certificate processing, testing and maintenance reviews, and site inspections in accordance with the Fire Code and Codes of Practices.

The role includes consultations with industry professionals, handling inspections, and following up on FC renewals, reporting to the Senior Assistant Director of the Fire Safety Department in SCDF.

Qualifications

• Diploma, preferably degree, in Architecture, Engineering, Science or Estate/Facilities management.
• Preferably with at least 5 years experience in the building industry involving design, testing or inspection of fire safety system.
• Knowledge of local Fire Code and other relevant Codes of Practices will be an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Assist in regulating fire safety standards in buildings under the Fire Safety Act and Regulations.
• Assist with activation of Fire Certificates (FC) for new premises to meet FC criteria.
• Attend industry consultations pertaining to inspection requirements and fire code provisions.
• Attend to inquiries from RI/QP/FSM and public on fire safety systems and codes of practices.
• Analyse and track FC renewals and expiries, and streamline FC data handling.
• Coordinate with agencies to resolve FC-related technical issues via Go Biz WOG system.
• Audit plans submitted by Qualified Persons.
• Conduct site inspections of fire safety systems.
• Investigate fire safety-related complaints and feedback.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Diploma in Architecture/Engineering/Science/Estate management

Job description

HTX is seeking a candidate to regulate fire safety standards in buildings, focusing on Fire Certificate processing, testing and maintenance reviews, and site inspections in accordance with the Fire Code and Codes of Practices.

The role includes consultations with industry professionals, handling inspections, and following up on FC renewals, reporting to the Senior Assistant Director of the Fire Safety Department in SCDF.