Senior Specialist - Fire and Emergency Preparedness
Posted date [2026-08-27]
(ID: 50223)
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Founded in 1971, ADNOC is a leading diversified energy group, wholly owned by the Abu Dhabi Government. Our network of fully integrated businesses operates across the energy value chain, helping us to responsibly meet the demands of an ever-changing energy market.
Already in the top tier of the lowest carbon intensity oil and gas producers in the world, we are taking significant steps to make today’s energy cleaner while investing in the clean energies of tomorrow, strengthening our position as a reliable and responsible global energy provider. We are allocating an initial $23 billion to advance and accelerate lower-carbon solutions, investing in new energies and decarbonization technologies to enable our net zero by 2045 ambition and our commitment to zero methane emissions by 2030. ... |
Job Description and Requirements
Senior Specialist - Fire and Emergency PreparednessJob Snapshot
Role: Senior Specialist - Fire and Emergency Preparedness
Location: Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates
Industry: Oil and Energy
Function: Firefighting and Rescue
Experience: Minimum 8 years
Job Type: Full-time
Position Overview
Senior Specialist - Fire and Emergency Preparedness in Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates is a senior Oil and Energy opportunity providing strategic guidance on firefighting capability, emergency preparedness, crisis response and fire risk management across ADNOC Group companies. The role develops and governs fire standards, audits operational readiness, advises on FEED and system design requirements, strengthens emergency response competency and ensures facilities maintain suitable equipment, manpower and training to reduce fire risks to As Low as Reasonably Practicable.
Job Details
Country: United Arab Emirates
City: Abu Dhabi Emirate
Industry: Oil and Energy
Function: Firefighting and Rescue
Salary: 28000-42000
Estimated salary range based on similar
jobs in the job city; please confirm the final offer with the employer.
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full-time
Role Context
The Senior Specialist acts as a corporate technical authority for fire and emergency preparedness, helping ensure that facilities across the Group are capable of responding effectively to major incidents. The position combines regulatory oversight, fire engineering knowledge, operational audits, capability assessment, emergency command support and competency development. By identifying gaps in systems, equipment, procedures and manpower, the role helps protect personnel, critical assets and production continuity across complex Oil and Gas operations.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead development of ADNOC Codes of Practice covering fire and emergency preparedness requirements.
* Define corporate technical and operational guidance in line with legislation and internationally recognized fire safety practices.
* Monitor implementation of fire and emergency preparedness requirements across Group companies.
* Conduct compliance audits and issue detailed recommendations to improve operational readiness.
* Track corrective actions and follow up on implementation until identified weaknesses are resolved.
* Perform specialist inspections of firefighting systems, emergency response arrangements and facility capabilities.
* Evaluate fire protection system design against operational hazards and required application densities.
* Review maintenance and inspection regimes to determine whether fixed and mobile firefighting systems remain reliable and effective.
* Participate in expert witness testing of fire protection systems where required.
* Work with contractors and system installers during testing, modification and project activities.
* Provide technical support to FEED teams on fire systems, mobile firefighting equipment, operating procedures and regulatory compliance.
* Conduct firefighting capability assessments based on credible worst-case scenarios.
* Perform GAP analysis comparing required response capability against available manpower, equipment and system capacity.
* Identify capability shortfalls and develop realistic recommendations to reduce fire risk in accordance with ALARP principles.
* Ensure each facility maintains appropriate firefighting resources for its operational risk profile.
* Develop and implement a Group-wide core competency framework for fire and emergency preparedness personnel.
* Establish training requirements aligned with recognized Oil and Gas emergency response standards.
* Coordinate accredited training through internationally recognized certification organizations.
* Audit competency levels of fire and emergency teams and verify personnel remain qualified for assigned responsibilities.
* Assess training needs and support preparation of structured development programs.
* Monitor trainee progress and provide coaching and counseling where required.
* Place particular emphasis on development and progression of UAE National employees.
* Establish and maintain a Corporate Fire Chief Forum involving Fire Team Leaders from Group companies.
* Facilitate sharing of lessons learned, emerging risks, regulatory updates and industry developments.
* Provide corporate direction on fire-related standards, systems, equipment and procedures.
* Coordinate with site management to maintain compliance with applicable fire legislation and industry requirements.
* Ensure Group company fire and emergency preparedness systems remain ready for immediate response.
* Provide leadership and command support within facility emergency response plans when major incidents occur.
* Advise Crisis Management Teams during emergency and crisis situations.
* Provide expert interpretation of incident dynamics to support safe and effective response decisions.
* Participate in Joint Industry Forums and maintain links with international fire safety and emergency response organizations.
* Identify relevant conferences, seminars and professional forums that strengthen knowledge transfer and operational standards.
* Advise senior management on changes in Fire and Safety Law, local regulations, international standards and industry best practice.
* Lead corporate-level fire accident investigations.
* Direct investigation teams, determine root causes and prepare comprehensive investigation reports.
* Present investigation findings, lessons learned and corrective recommendations to site and corporate management.
* Support continuous improvement of fire and emergency preparedness systems through benchmarking, training and operational reviews.
Ideal Profile
* Bachelor Degree in Fire Technology, Engineering or a closely related technical discipline.
* Membership of an accredited professional organization.
* Minimum Graduate Member status with the Institute of Fire Engineers.
* Minimum 8 years of relevant firefighting and emergency response experience.
* Previous experience within the Oil and Gas industry is strongly preferred.
* Experience at Senior Fire Officer level or equivalent is highly desirable.
* Strong knowledge of industrial firefighting systems and emergency preparedness requirements.
* Experience conducting fire risk assessments, audits and operational capability reviews.
* Strong understanding of fixed and mobile firefighting systems.
* Knowledge of firewater systems, foam systems and other industrial fire protection technologies.
* Practical experience assessing manpower, equipment and response capability against worst-case scenarios.
* Understanding of ALARP principles and risk-based fire protection decision-making.
* Experience supporting FEED projects and fire system design reviews.
* Familiarity with international fire safety standards, regulatory frameworks and industry codes.
* Experience developing firefighter competency frameworks and accredited training programs.
* Strong command and leadership capability during emergency response situations.
* Experience supporting Crisis Management Teams and incident command structures.
* Knowledge of fire accident investigation and Root Cause Analysis.
* Ability to advise senior management on complex technical and regulatory fire safety issues.
* Strong communication, audit, presentation and stakeholder management skills.
Skills Set
* Fire and emergency preparedness
* Industrial firefighting
* Fire risk assessment
* Fire protection systems
* Emergency response
* Crisis management
* Fire system audits
* Fire safety inspections
* Firefighting capability assessment
* ALARP
* Worst-case scenario analysis
* Firewater systems
* Foam firefighting systems
* Mobile firefighting equipment
* Fixed fire protection systems
* Emergency response planning
* Facility Response Plans
* Incident command
* Crisis Management Team support
* Fire Codes of Practice
* Regulatory compliance
* FEED fire safety review
* Fire system design review
* Fire protection maintenance
* Fire system testing
* Competency mapping
* Firefighter training
* Accredited emergency response training
* Fire Chief coordination
* Joint Industry Forums
* Fire accident investigation
* Root Cause Analysis
* Fire and Safety Law
* Institute of Fire Engineers
* Emergency preparedness audits
* Fire risk mitigation
* Asset protection
* Production loss prevention
* Operational readiness
Why Join Us
This role offers experienced fire and emergency professionals the opportunity to influence preparedness standards across major Oil and Energy facilities in Abu Dhabi. The position combines corporate technical authority, emergency response leadership, specialist auditing, system assurance and competency development while providing exposure to high-risk industrial operations and major capital projects. It is particularly suited to senior fire professionals seeking broader responsibility in regulatory governance, crisis preparedness and Group-wide emergency capability.
About the Company
ADNOC Group is a major integrated energy organization headquartered in Abu Dhabi with operations spanning exploration, production, processing and the wider energy value chain. Its fire and emergency preparedness programs are designed to protect people, critical facilities and production through rigorous standards, specialist training, technical assurance and coordinated emergency response across Group companies.
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full-time
Role Context
The Senior Specialist acts as a corporate technical authority for fire and emergency preparedness, helping ensure that facilities across the Group are capable of responding effectively to major incidents. The position combines regulatory oversight, fire engineering knowledge, operational audits, capability assessment, emergency command support and competency development. By identifying gaps in systems, equipment, procedures and manpower, the role helps protect personnel, critical assets and production continuity across complex Oil and Gas operations.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead development of ADNOC Codes of Practice covering fire and emergency preparedness requirements.
* Define corporate technical and operational guidance in line with legislation and internationally recognized fire safety practices.
* Monitor implementation of fire and emergency preparedness requirements across Group companies.
* Conduct compliance audits and issue detailed recommendations to improve operational readiness.
* Track corrective actions and follow up on implementation until identified weaknesses are resolved.
* Perform specialist inspections of firefighting systems, emergency response arrangements and facility capabilities.
* Evaluate fire protection system design against operational hazards and required application densities.
* Review maintenance and inspection regimes to determine whether fixed and mobile firefighting systems remain reliable and effective.
* Participate in expert witness testing of fire protection systems where required.
* Work with contractors and system installers during testing, modification and project activities.
* Provide technical support to FEED teams on fire systems, mobile firefighting equipment, operating procedures and regulatory compliance.
* Conduct firefighting capability assessments based on credible worst-case scenarios.
* Perform GAP analysis comparing required response capability against available manpower, equipment and system capacity.
* Identify capability shortfalls and develop realistic recommendations to reduce fire risk in accordance with ALARP principles.
* Ensure each facility maintains appropriate firefighting resources for its operational risk profile.
* Develop and implement a Group-wide core competency framework for fire and emergency preparedness personnel.
* Establish training requirements aligned with recognized Oil and Gas emergency response standards.
* Coordinate accredited training through internationally recognized certification organizations.
* Audit competency levels of fire and emergency teams and verify personnel remain qualified for assigned responsibilities.
* Assess training needs and support preparation of structured development programs.
* Monitor trainee progress and provide coaching and counseling where required.
* Place particular emphasis on development and progression of UAE National employees.
* Establish and maintain a Corporate Fire Chief Forum involving Fire Team Leaders from Group companies.
* Facilitate sharing of lessons learned, emerging risks, regulatory updates and industry developments.
* Provide corporate direction on fire-related standards, systems, equipment and procedures.
* Coordinate with site management to maintain compliance with applicable fire legislation and industry requirements.
* Ensure Group company fire and emergency preparedness systems remain ready for immediate response.
* Provide leadership and command support within facility emergency response plans when major incidents occur.
* Advise Crisis Management Teams during emergency and crisis situations.
* Provide expert interpretation of incident dynamics to support safe and effective response decisions.
* Participate in Joint Industry Forums and maintain links with international fire safety and emergency response organizations.
* Identify relevant conferences, seminars and professional forums that strengthen knowledge transfer and operational standards.
* Advise senior management on changes in Fire and Safety Law, local regulations, international standards and industry best practice.
* Lead corporate-level fire accident investigations.
* Direct investigation teams, determine root causes and prepare comprehensive investigation reports.
* Present investigation findings, lessons learned and corrective recommendations to site and corporate management.
* Support continuous improvement of fire and emergency preparedness systems through benchmarking, training and operational reviews.
Ideal Profile
* Bachelor Degree in Fire Technology, Engineering or a closely related technical discipline.
* Membership of an accredited professional organization.
* Minimum Graduate Member status with the Institute of Fire Engineers.
* Minimum 8 years of relevant firefighting and emergency response experience.
* Previous experience within the Oil and Gas industry is strongly preferred.
* Experience at Senior Fire Officer level or equivalent is highly desirable.
* Strong knowledge of industrial firefighting systems and emergency preparedness requirements.
* Experience conducting fire risk assessments, audits and operational capability reviews.
* Strong understanding of fixed and mobile firefighting systems.
* Knowledge of firewater systems, foam systems and other industrial fire protection technologies.
* Practical experience assessing manpower, equipment and response capability against worst-case scenarios.
* Understanding of ALARP principles and risk-based fire protection decision-making.
* Experience supporting FEED projects and fire system design reviews.
* Familiarity with international fire safety standards, regulatory frameworks and industry codes.
* Experience developing firefighter competency frameworks and accredited training programs.
* Strong command and leadership capability during emergency response situations.
* Experience supporting Crisis Management Teams and incident command structures.
* Knowledge of fire accident investigation and Root Cause Analysis.
* Ability to advise senior management on complex technical and regulatory fire safety issues.
* Strong communication, audit, presentation and stakeholder management skills.
Skills Set
* Fire and emergency preparedness
* Industrial firefighting
* Fire risk assessment
* Fire protection systems
* Emergency response
* Crisis management
* Fire system audits
* Fire safety inspections
* Firefighting capability assessment
* ALARP
* Worst-case scenario analysis
* Firewater systems
* Foam firefighting systems
* Mobile firefighting equipment
* Fixed fire protection systems
* Emergency response planning
* Facility Response Plans
* Incident command
* Crisis Management Team support
* Fire Codes of Practice
* Regulatory compliance
* FEED fire safety review
* Fire system design review
* Fire protection maintenance
* Fire system testing
* Competency mapping
* Firefighter training
* Accredited emergency response training
* Fire Chief coordination
* Joint Industry Forums
* Fire accident investigation
* Root Cause Analysis
* Fire and Safety Law
* Institute of Fire Engineers
* Emergency preparedness audits
* Fire risk mitigation
* Asset protection
* Production loss prevention
* Operational readiness
Why Join Us
This role offers experienced fire and emergency professionals the opportunity to influence preparedness standards across major Oil and Energy facilities in Abu Dhabi. The position combines corporate technical authority, emergency response leadership, specialist auditing, system assurance and competency development while providing exposure to high-risk industrial operations and major capital projects. It is particularly suited to senior fire professionals seeking broader responsibility in regulatory governance, crisis preparedness and Group-wide emergency capability.
About the Company
ADNOC Group is a major integrated energy organization headquartered in Abu Dhabi with operations spanning exploration, production, processing and the wider energy value chain. Its fire and emergency preparedness programs are designed to protect people, critical facilities and production through rigorous standards, specialist training, technical assurance and coordinated emergency response across Group companies.
