Fire Protection Technical Officer

Job Responsibilities

• Carry out preventive and corrective maintenance, servicing, troubleshooting and repair of fire protection systems.
• Attend to reported defects, faults and complaints promptly to ensure minimal system downtime.
• Operate, inspect and troubleshoot building addressable fire alarm systems and fire alarm control panels.
• Perform fault isolation, rectification and restoration of fire alarm systems to ensure proper system functionality.
• Carry out replacement and servicing of fire alarm components, including smoke detectors, heat detectors, manual call points, sounders and other related devices.
• Conduct routine fire alarm testing, functional checks and system inspections to ensure compliance with operational and safety requirements.
• Identify system faults, recommend appropriate corrective actions and follow up on outstanding issues.
• Prepare, maintain and review maintenance reports, inspection records, testing results and other relevant technical documentation.
• Coordinate with building management, contractors and relevant stakeholders to ensure timely completion of maintenance and repair works.
• Ensure all maintenance activities are carried out in accordance with safety procedures, technical requirements and applicable fire safety regulations.

Job Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of working experience in facilities maintenance, building maintenance or a related technical field.
• NITEC, Higher NITEC or Diploma in Mechanical, Electrical or a related Engineering discipline.
• Hands-on experience in fire protection systems, particularly fire alarm systems and addressable fire alarm control panels.
• Knowledge of fire alarm troubleshooting, fault diagnosis, testing and maintenance procedures.
• Familiarity with fire alarm components such as smoke detectors, heat detectors and manual call points.
• Able to work independently, troubleshoot technical issues and respond effectively to urgent maintenance requests.
• Good communication skills, problem-solving abilities and a strong sense of responsibility.