NSA Bahrain: Fire Alarm & Sprinkler Systems Manager

Trinzic; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

KBR is seeking an experienced Fire Alarm & Sprinkler Systems Manager to oversee the operation, maintenance, inspection, testing, and repair of fire alarm, detection, and suppression systems supporting mission-critical facilities. You will manage personnel, ensure codes compliance, and lead maintenance activities.

This onsite role requires fulltime deployment to NSA Bahrain in Manama, Bahrain. You will provide technical guidance, supervise technicians, and coordinate with stakeholders to ensure

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate degree or technical certification in Fire Protection, Electrical Systems, Mechanical Systems, or related field preferred.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in fire alarm and sprinkler system troubleshooting, maintenance, inspection, or installation.
• Minimum 3 years of supervisory or management experience.
• NICET Level III or IV certification in Fire Alarm Systems or Water-Based Systems Layout.
• Strong knowledge of fire alarm systems, fire suppression systems, fire pumps, and life safety equipment.
• Ability to interpret blueprints, specifications, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals.
• Experience planning and coordinating preventative maintenance activity.
• Budget management and reporting experience.
• Understanding and ability to enforce safety and regulatory compliance.
• Experience with CMMS.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Manage and supervise technicians responsible for fire alarm and sprinkler system maintenance and operations.
• Plan, coordinate, and monitor preventive and corrective maintenance programs.
• Ensure fire protection systems are inspected, tested, and maintained in accordance with applicable codes, standards, and contractual requirements.
• Oversee troubleshooting and repair of fire alarm control panels, detection devices, sprinkler systems, fire pumps, and suppression equipment.
• Review work orders, inspection reports, and maintenance documentation for accuracy and completeness.
• Develop maintenance schedules, staffing plans, and resource requirements.
• Manage system outages and coordinate maintenance activities with facility stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality assurance requirements.
• Conduct workforce training and professional development activities.
• Provide technical guidance and support during emergency incidents and fire system failures.
• Track system performance metrics and prepare reports for management and customers.

Skills

Fire protection

Electrical systems

Leadership

CMMS

NFPA knowledge

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree / technical cert.

NICET III/IV

Tools

CMMS

MS Office

Job description

Title:

NSA Bahrain: Fire Alarm & Sprinkler Systems Manager

At KBR, we deliver science, technology and engineering solutions to governments and companies around the world. KBR employs approximately 37,000 people worldwide with customers in more than 85 countries and operations in over 28 countries. KBR is proud to work with its customers across the globe to provide technology, value-added services, and long-term operations and maintenance services to ensure consistent delivery with predictable results.

Trinzic is the future independent company to be created through the planned spin-off of KBR's Mission Technology Solutions business, expected in January 2027. Our people work at the frontier of what is possible, delivering solutions in challenging environments and advancing some of the world's highest-priority national security and space missions.

Backed by decades of mission success, deep expertise, and trusted partnerships, Trinzic will launch as a global organization with more than 18,000 employees supporting customers around the world. Join us at a defining moment and help shape the future of a company built to tackle complex challenges and make a meaningful impact.

Candidates who join KBR's Mission Technology Solutions business before the spin-off will transition to Trinzic when the separation is complete and will not need to reapply for employment.

Belong, Connect, Grow, with KBR! - At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together.

Program Summary

KBR's Exploration & Logistics division delivers full life cycle professional and technical solutions that improve operational readiness and drive innovation. Our solutions help ensure mission success on land, air, sea, space and cyberspace for the Department of Defense, intelligence community, NASA, and other federal agencies. KBR’s areas of expertise include engineering, logistics, operations, science, program management, mission IT and cybersecurity.

KBR provides Contingency Base Operations, Stabilization, and Infrastructure support services under Naval Support Activity (NSA) Bahrain, UAE, Oman, and related task orders.

Job Summary

KBR is seeking an experienced Fire Alarm & Sprinkler Systems Manager to oversee the operation, maintenance, inspection, testing, and repair of fire alarm, fire detection, and fire suppression systems supporting mission-critical facilities. The successful candidate will manage personnel, ensure compliance with applicable fire protection standards, and provide leadership for all fire systems maintenance activities.

**This will be an onsite position with fulltime deployment to NSA Bahrain in Manama, Bahrain.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Manage and supervise technicians responsible for fire alarm and sprinkler system maintenance and operations.




• Plan, coordinate, and monitor preventive and corrective maintenance programs.




• Ensure fire protection systems are inspected, tested, and maintained in accordance with applicable codes, standards, and contractual requirements.




• Oversee troubleshooting and repair of fire alarm control panels, detection devices, sprinkler systems, fire pumps, and suppression equipment.




• Review work orders, inspection reports, and maintenance documentation for accuracy and completeness.




• Develop maintenance schedules, staffing plans, and resource requirements.




• Manage system outages and coordinate maintenance activities with facility stakeholders.




• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality assurance requirements.




• Conduct workforce training and professional development activities.




• Provide technical guidance and support during emergency incidents and fire system failures.




• Track system performance metrics and prepare reports for management and customers.

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.




• Associate degree or technical certification in Fire Protection, Electrical Systems, Mechanical Systems, or related field preferred.




• Minimum 7 years of experience in fire alarm and sprinkler system troubleshooting, maintenance, inspection, or installation.




• Minimum 3 years of supervisory or management experience.




• NICET Level III or IV certification in Fire Alarm Systems or Water-Based Systems Layout.




• Strong knowledge of fire alarm systems, fire suppression systems, fire pumps, and life safety equipment.




• Ability to interpret blueprints, specifications, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals.




• Experience planning and coordinating preventative maintenance activity.




• Budget management and reporting experience.




• Understanding and ability to enforce safety and regulatory compliance.




• Experience with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).




• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.




• Valid driver's license required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting U.S. Government, Department of Defense, or overseas facilities operations.




• Knowledge of NFPA standards and fire protection regulations.




• Experience managing maintenance contracts and multiple facility locations.

Belong, Connect and Grow at KBRAt KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together.

KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.