Job Description – Fire Fighting Engineer

Department: Fire Fighting / MEP Designation: Fire Fighting Engineer Industry: Construction / Real Estate Location: Kochi, Kerala

Key Responsibilities

1. Design, plan, and execute fire fighting and fire protection systems for building and construction projects.

2. Supervise the installation of fire fighting systems, including fire hydrants, sprinkler systems, fire pumps, hose reels, fire extinguishers, and fire alarm systems.

3. Review fire fighting drawings, layouts, technical specifications, and BOQs.

4. Coordinate with consultants, architects, MEP teams, contractors, and project managers to ensure smooth project execution.

5. Ensure all fire fighting installations comply with applicable NBC provisions, relevant IS standards, and local fire department requirements.

6. Monitor site activities to ensure quality, safety, and adherence to approved drawings and project specifications.

7. Conduct site inspections and verify the installation, testing, and commissioning of fire fighting equipment and systems.

8. Prepare material requisitions, quantity estimates, technical submittals, and progress reports.

9. Coordinate hydrostatic pressure testing, flushing, pump performance testing, and other required system tests.

10. Identify site issues, resolve technical problems, and ensure timely completion of assigned work.

11. Maintain daily site reports, inspection records, testing reports, and as-built drawings.

12. Coordinate with vendors and subcontractors for material procurement, installation, and commissioning.

13. Assist in preparing project documentation required for inspections and approvals from the Fire and Rescue Services Department.

14. Monitor material usage, manpower deployment, and project costs to minimize wastage and maintain productivity.

15. Ensure proper implementation of site safety procedures and compliance with project quality standards.

Educational Qualification

• B.Tech / B.E. in Mechanical Engineering or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering.

• Relevant certification or training in fire protection systems will be an added advantage.