Fire Safety assistant
About the Employer
Job Description
What you need to do
- Inspect, maintain, and troubleshoot fire protection systems, including alarms, sprinklers, extinguishers, smoke detectors, and emergency lighting, ensuring full operational readiness.
- Ensure regulatory compliance with local fire codes, OSHA, NFPA, ISO-45001:2018, and ISO-9001:2015 standards through regular audits, documentation, and system reviews.
- Respond to fire alarms and malfunctions, conduct root cause analysis, and coordinate repairs or corrective actions promptly.
- Coordinate with fire departments, safety inspectors, and contractors for routine inspections, installations, and system upgrades.
- Lead fire safety training for staff and ERT members, ensuring knowledge of emergency procedures and correct use of fire-fighting equipment.
- Maintain accurate records and reports, including incident logs, maintenance logs, and compliance documentation for audit readiness.
What we are looking for
- Minimum 2 years of experience in fire protection system maintenance, preferably in industrial or warehouse environments.
- Certificate course completed in Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) and G.C.E. (A/L) qualification.
- Knowledge of NFPA standards, OSHA regulations, and hands-on familiarity with fire alarm panels, sprinkler systems, and suppression systems.
- Strong technical skills, including troubleshooting, diagnostics, and the ability to read technical manuals, blueprints, and schematics.
- Proficiency in English communication and solid computer literacy for documentation and system reporting.
- Physically fit and adaptable, with a valid driver’s license, and the ability to work at heights and in varied environmental conditions.
How to Apply
If interested, please send your CV to [email protected] within 10 days of the advertisement. Please mention the position you’re applying for in the subject header.
By applying, you consent to the processing of your personal information for recruitment purposes and acknowledge that reference checks may be conducted.
The John Keells Group is an equal opportunity employer and we invite applications from all suitably qualified individuals to join our team.
Address: 125A, 125B, CPSTL, Muthurajawela Terminal Road, Wattala
