Senior Fire & Life Safety Engineer (Freelance, 12 Months)

About the role

Al Jazeera Media Network is looking for an experienced Senior Fire & Life Safety Engineer on a 12-month freelance contract based in Doha, Qatar. The role oversees fire protection, life safety compliance and risk mitigation across the Network, its technical facilities, studios and critical infrastructure.

Key responsibilities

• Lead fire and life safety inspections, audits, investigations and compliance reviews across AJMN facilities.
• Ensure fire detection, alarm, suppression and life safety systems are fully operational and compliant with applicable codes and standards.
• Review and approve fire protection designs, shop drawings, material submissions and as-built documentation.
• Monitor contractor and vendor performance, conduct site inspections and manage punch lists through completion.
• Support construction, renovation and expansion projects with fire and life safety expertise.
• Conduct annual facility assessments and recommend corrective actions and risk mitigation measures.
• Deliver fire safety training and awareness programmes.
• Take part in tender evaluations and technical assessments of contractors and suppliers.
• Prepare reports, recommendations and presentations for management and stakeholders.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Fire Protection Engineering, Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in Fire & Life Safety, Fire Protection Engineering or a similar role.
• Experience reviewing construction projects, fire systems and technical infrastructure.
• Ability to work independently in a complex operational environment.

Required skills

• Strong knowledge of international fire codes, standards and compliance requirements.
• Excellent communication, reporting and stakeholder management skills.