Fire Protection Engineer - Relocate to Saudi Arabia, Permanent Expat Family Relocation Package in London

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Please note that this role is based in Saudi Arabia on a permanent, residential basis.

Description:

Aramco energizes the world economy. We are one of the world\’s largest producers of hydrocarbon energy and chemicals, with among the lowest upstream carbon intensities of any major producer. With our significant investment in technology and infrastructure, we strive to maximize the value of the energy we produce for the world along with a commitment to enhance Aramco\’s value to society.

Headquartered in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and with offices around the world, we combine market discipline with a generations\’ spanning view of the future, born of our nine decades experience as responsible stewards of the Kingdom\’s vast hydrocarbon resources. This responsibility has driven us to deliver significant societal and economic benefits to not just the Kingdom, but also to a vast number of communities, economies, and countries that rely on the vital and reliable energy that we supply. We are one of the most profitable companies in the world, as well as amongst the top five global companies by market capitalization.

Overview

We are seeking a Fire Protection Engineer to join our Fire Operations Technical Support Group.

Fire Operations Technical Support Group is responsible for providing engineering and technical support to fire operations to protect Saudi Aramco\’s critical infrastructure by delivering cutting‐edge fire prevention strategies, emergency response protocols, and deploying large‐scale suppression systems tailored to high‐risk industrial environments.

Your primary role is to provide specialized technical support for industrial fire operations, focusing on tank firefighting operations, HazMat, and foam‐based suppression systems/material. Your expertise will ensure deployment of effective equipment and resources in response to complex fire scenarios while minimizing operational downtime and environmental impact.

Key Responsibilities

Provide technical expertise in industrial fire operations, emphasizing tank firefighting, HazMat response, and foam-based suppression methods.

Assess fire risks in high‐hazard facilities (e.g., refineries, tank farms, processing units) and recommend mitigation strategies.

Conduct acceptance testing of foam resources and systems to ensure compliance with National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standards.

Collaborate with cross‐functional teams to design fire safety protocols aligned with evolving international standards.

Demonstrate leadership by training personnel on advanced firefighting techniques, equipment utilization, and incident command systems.

Develop tactical response plans for complex scenarios, such as tank fires, flammable liquid spills, and multi‐agency coordination.

Evaluate operational readiness of firefighting units to ensure alignment with NFPA and global best practices.

Conduct regular visits to Aramco\’s 50+ fire stations and facilities to evaluate operational capabilities, ensure compliance with safety standards, and identify opportunities for technical improvements.

Mentor and develop young professionals through structured knowledge‐sharing initiatives, technical workshops, and on‐the‐job training programs.

Hold a Bachelor\’s degree in Fire Protection Engineering, Fire Safety Engineering, Fire & Explosion Engineering, Fire Science, Emergency Management, or a related field from a recognized program.

Have a minimum of 10 years of experience in fire safety field, including at least 3 years focused on industrial, HazMat or municipal fire operations.

Alternatively, hold Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline from a recognized program with 15+ years of experience in fire safety field, including at least 3 years focused on industrial, HazMat or municipal fire operations.

Demonstrate skills in mastery of incident command systems (ICS), hazardous materials response protocols, and fire dynamics in high‐risk environments.

Possess certifications such as Certified Fire Protection Specialist (CFPS) or a Professional Engineer (PE) license in Fire Protection; proficiency and deep understanding of NFPA/EN standards and hazardous material handling are essential.

Work Location and Work Schedule

Work location: Within Saudi Arabia – to be specified in Job offer.

Work schedule: Full Time – to be specified in Job offer.

Working environment

Our high‐performing employees are drawn by the challenging and rewarding professional, technical and industrial opportunities we offer, and are remunerated accordingly. At Aramco, our people work on truly world‐scale projects, supported by investment in capital and technology that is second to none. Because, as a global energy company, we are faced with addressing some of the world\’s biggest technical, logistical and environmental challenges, we invest heavily in talent development. We have a proud history of educating and training our workforce over many decades. Employees at all levels are encouraged to improve their sector‐specific knowledge and competencies through our workforce development programs – one of the largest in the world.

Seniority level : Mid‐Senior level

Employment type : Full‐time

Job function : Oil and Gas

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