DPW Manager (Fire Protection/Suppression) (Tier 2) - Kuwait

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Job Description

Manages the fire alarm detection and suppression maintenance program for facilities. Has the overall responsibility for the maintenance and management of fire alarm and suppression systems. Responsible for development of a maintenance, test and inspection program, compliant with DOD and NFPA regulations. Develop a scope of work required for system repair, maintenance or expansion of alarm and suppression systems. Oversee work for system repair, maintenance or expansion, ensuring equipment provided and installed complies with the current NFPA standards and the National Electrical Code. Plans and directs lead alarm and suppression technicians work load, performs quality assurance checks providing written reports to fire management. Supervises and documents acceptance testing of fire alarm and suppression systems. Coordinates work schedule and requirements with supervisors, schedules appointments for testing repair and maintenance of fire alarm and suppression systems with facility custodians.

As directed by management, may supervise employees or subcontractor personnel in accordance with the “General Supervisory Duties and Responsibilities” addendum.

Basic Job Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, and nine (9) years to twelve (12) years related experience.

Other Job Requirements

Requires computer skills and proficiency using email, Microsoft Office or specialized applications as necessary to perform assigned job functions. To ensure compliance with safety, health and security requirements in the contract, employee will possess the ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language at the intermediate level as necessary to perform assigned job functions.

Requires the job knowledge, skill level and physical ability necessary to perform assigned job functions.

Must be a U.S. Citizen

Must have a Secret Security Clearance

Performs installation, inspections, testing, maintenance, repairs, and replacements of fire detection and alarm systems for all fire protection equipment and systems located in AASAB.

National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) qualified Fire Alarms Systems personnel perform fire protection systems and exhaust suppression systems (hoods and ducts systems) inspection, maintenance, and repair; fire alarms technicians are embedded within the Electrical Section for daily operations.

Must be NICET Level II certified.

Position may be located in a wide variety of environments, from conventional indoor office workspace to project worksites with harsh, working and living conditions.

Preferred Qualifications

Prior military and/or contingency experience.

To be Considered Candidates:

Must be authorized to work in the country where the position is located.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by governing law.

Notice to Candidates:

Background checks are carried out as part of any conditional offer made, including (but not limited to & role dependent) education, professional registration, employment, references, passport verifications and Global Watchlist screening.