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Foreman – ELV & Fire Alarm Systems Job Purpose To supervise and coordinate preventive, corrective, and emergency maintenance activities related to Fire Alarm Systems, SMATV, CCTV, Intercom, and associated ELV systems.
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Job Purpose
To supervise and coordinate preventive, corrective, and emergency maintenance activities related to Fire Alarm Systems, SMATV, CCTV, Intercom, and associated ELV systems.
The Foreman is responsible for ensuring system reliability, leading maintenance teams, supporting authority inspections, and maintaining compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements.
Team Supervision
- Supervise and coordinate ELV and Fire Alarm technicians.
- Allocate daily maintenance activities and monitor work progress.
- Ensure efficient utilization of manpower, tools, and resources.
- Conduct toolbox talks and safety briefings.
- Provide technical guidance and on-the-job training to technicians.
Fire Alarm System Maintenance
- Supervise preventive and corrective maintenance of Fire Alarm Systems.
- Troubleshoot fire alarm panel faults, loop faults, communication faults, and device failures.
- Coordinate testing of detectors, MCPs, sounders, modules, and interfaces.
- Ensure all Fire Alarm Systems remain operational and compliant.
- Support annual testing and certification requirements.
Civil Defense Compliance
- Coordinate Civil Defense inspections and authority visits.
- Ensure timely closure of inspection remarks and deficiencies.
- Maintain inspection records and compliance documentation.
- Coordinate corrective actions arising from audit observations.
ELV Systems Maintenance
- Supervise maintenance of:
- + SMATV Systems
- + CCTV Systems
- + Intercom Systems
+ Low Voltage Distribution Systems
- Troubleshoot signal, communication, and equipment faults.
- Coordinate repairs and replacement of defective components.
Corrective & Emergency Maintenance
- Attend critical breakdowns and emergency service calls.
- Diagnose complex system failures and implement corrective actions.
- Coordinate specialist subcontractors and OEM support when required.
- Ensure restoration of services within contractual response times.
Quality Assurance
- Conduct inspections of completed maintenance works.
- Verify compliance with maintenance procedures and quality standards.
- Monitor KPI and SLA performance.
- Ensure all maintenance activities are properly documented.
Client Coordination
- Coordinate with client representatives regarding maintenance activities.
- Attend client meetings and inspections.
- Provide technical updates and recommendations.
- Support resolution of customer complaints and service requests.
Health, Safety & Environment
- Ensure compliance with company HSE policies and procedures.
- Verify use of appropriate PPE and safe work practices.
- Ensure permit-to-work procedures are followed.
- Report incidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions.
Documentation & Reporting
- Maintain maintenance records and work completion reports.
- Review technician reports and inspection records.
- Monitor material usage and spare parts requirements.
- Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly progress reports.
Qualifications
- Diploma in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Electronics & Communication Engineering, or equivalent technical qualification.
- Additional certifications in Fire Alarm Systems, ELV Systems, or Low Voltage Systems preferred.
• Fire Alarm System Certification
- Civil Defense Approved Fire Alarm Technician Certification
• Fire Warden / Fire Marshal Training
- Permit-to-Work Training
Experience
- Minimum 10 years of experience in Fire Alarm and ELV systems.
- Minimum 3 years in a supervisory or foreman role.
- UAE/GCC Facilities Management experience preferred.
- Experience in commercial, residential, government, and mixed-use facilities.
Technical Skills
- Fire Alarm System troubleshooting and maintenance.
- Fire Alarm panel loop rectification.
- Civil Defense inspection coordination.
- SMATV installation and maintenance.
- CCTV installation and maintenance.
- Intercom systems maintenance.
- Electrical fault diagnosis and rectification.
- Team supervision and emergency response coordination.
Competencies
- Leadership and team management.
- Strong troubleshooting skills.
- Client-facing communication skills.
- Planning and coordination abilities.
- Ability to work under pressure and during emergencies.
- Report writing and documentation skills.
Additional Requirements
- UAE Driving License preferred.
- Ability to communicate in English, Hindi, and Arabic is an advantage
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