Firefighting & Dewatering Engineer

Job Purpose:

The Fire Fighting and Dewatering Engineer is responsible for leading maintenance activities for the Fire Fighting and Dewatering systems in Cairo Metro Line 3, ensuring all systems operate safely, reliably, and efficiently. This role requires managing both routine and emergency maintenance, leading a team of technicians, and ensuring subcontractor compliance with safety and technical standards. The position contributes to new projects, supports sustainability initiatives, and ensures high-quality service delivery for the metro's infrastructure.

Responsibilities/Duties

Maintenance Activities

• Maintain Fire Fighting and Dewatering systems according to specifications and regulatory requirements.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on fire protection systems, including minor modifications at stations while ensuring compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
• Provide technical support for troubleshooting issues with Fire Fighting and Dewatering systems.
• Conduct routine inspections and maintenance tasks to ensure all parts of the systems are functioning properly and safely.
• Monitor inventory levels for materials and equipment to ensure availability for ongoing maintenance activities.

Troubleshooting and Repair

• Oversee and supervise the repair of damaged assets, ensuring prompt and efficient resolution of issues.
• Perform emergency repairs quickly to restore system functionality.
• Address malfunctions through corrective maintenance and resolve issues effectively.
• Assist in rehabilitating existing railway assets to extend their service life and improve safety.
• Conduct necessary installations, inspections, tests, and maintenance as required.
• Analyze asset conditions and provide detailed assessments to determine required interventions.

Technical Analysis

• Conduct performance analysis and simulations to optimize system efficiency and functionality.
• Perform asset condition surveys and monitoring to assess the system's performance and ensure quality control.
• Respond to system failures by diagnosing root causes and recommending corrective actions.
• Contribute to the development of the maintenance budget and ensure compliance with financial constraints.

Team Management

• Supervise and oversee Fire Fighting and Dewatering technicians, as well as assistant technicians, ensuring collaboration with service providers and other engineering disciplines.
• Evaluate subcontractor performance against key performance indicators (KPIs) through regular inspections, ensuring high standards of quality, efficiency, and timely reporting.

Documentation and Reporting

• Prepare technical documentation, including reports, specifications, and user manuals.
• Ensure timely documentation of inspections, using checklists and maintaining accurate records in the CMMS within 24 hours of inspections.
• Track maintenance logs, equipment failures, and corrective actions for future reference.
• Notify subcontractors of necessary actions and apply contractual clauses as needed.

Collaboration

• Work closely with technicians and engineers to resolve maintenance issues in a timely manner.
• Interface with operations and maintenance teams to facilitate their activities and ensure effective communication.
• Participate in the development and implementation of departmental goals, objectives, and policies.

Field Survey and Assessments

• Conduct field surveys and assessments to collect data for engineering studies or project planning.
• Provide insights into existing infrastructure conditions to support new project implementation.

Emergency Response

• Respond promptly to service calls and urgent issues to ensure minimal disruption in services.

Inspection and Compliance

• Conduct regular inspections of equipment to assess its condition and ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Test operational systems and emergency features to verify their functionality.
• Ensure that all maintenance activities adhere to relevant safety standards and regulations.
• Conduct safety audits, participate in incident investigations, and improve safety protocols.
• Ensure compliance with environmental and safety rules, reporting issues to Executive Maintenance as necessary.

Quality Assurance

• Implement and enforce quality control measures to ensure that all maintenance work meets company standards and industry regulations.
• Continuously assess and improve maintenance techniques to enhance service quality.

Other Duties

• Perform any other duties as assigned.
• Be available to work after hours when required.

Essential Qualifications, Knowledge & Experience

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Mechatronics Engineering.

Knowledge:

• General technical knowledge of firefighting and dewatering systems.
• Team management skills and the ability to lead effectively.
• Optional: Knowledge of railway systems.
• Familiarity with Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) systems, such as Maximo.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Understanding of PLC systems and mechanical components.
• Proficiency in English (fluent in speaking and reading); Arabic is essential.

Experience:

• From 3-5 years of experience in maintenance operations and project management.
• Experience with change management processes and a proven track record of improving methods and quality.
• Familiarity with CMMS/BMS systems (preferably Maximo).

Desired Behaviors & Experiences

• Strong management and leadership skills with technical expertise in firefighting and dewatering systems.
• In-depth knowledge of health and safety practices and regulations.
• Ability to communicate effectively with staff at all levels and foster teamwork.
• Proven ability to supervise and control maintenance operations.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills to address complex technical challenges.
• Display leadership qualities, strong decision-making abilities, and the capacity for innovative and strategic thinking.
• Enthusiastic and self-driven, with a strong problem-solving mindset and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.