Technician - Room Integrity & Fire Life Safety Testing

Role Overview

Technician – Room Integrity & Fire Life Safety Testing at Jensen Hughes, based in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.

Company Overview

Jensen Hughes is a globally recognized leader in fire protection engineering since 1939, with expertise spanning fire protection, security, accessibility consulting, risk analysis, process safety, forensic investigations, emergency management and digital innovation. The firm collaborates to solve complex safety and security challenges for clients worldwide. Jensen Hughes prioritizes a culture of trust, integrity and professional growth, supported by Global Employee Networks that connect employees across the organization for career development and knowledge sharing.

Role Purpose

Support specialist testing and inspection services for fire protection and life safety systems across Saudi Arabia as part of a dedicated Fire & Life Safety Testing team, with primary focus on hands-on Room Integrity Testing of clean agent and gaseous fire suppression systems.

Key Responsibilities

Room Integrity & Suppression System Testing

• Assist with Door Fan and Room Integrity Testing for clean agent and gaseous suppression systems in accordance with NFPA 2001 and ISO 14520 standards and procedures.
• Set up, operate and maintain Retrotec testing equipment and other tools used for Fire & Life Safety inspections.

Fire & Life Safety Testing Support

• Support other Fire & Life Safety testing activities, including smoke control and pressurization, fire alarm and suppression system testing, and emergency lighting checks.
• Provide site testing support across Saudi Arabia and assist with other regional testing requirements.

Documentation & Reporting

• Accurately record test readings, observations and results.
• Assist in preparing test reports and identifying deficiencies.

Site Collaboration & Compliance

• Work closely with engineers, contractors, consultants and facility teams during site testing and inspections.
• Follow all HSE, permit-to-work, security and site requirements, including requirements for working in live and operational facilities.

Qualifications & Experience

• Diploma or technical qualification in Fire Protection, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• 2–4 years of relevant hands-on experience in fire protection, testing, commissioning, inspection or a related field.
• Practical experience with Room Integrity and Door Fan Testing, fire alarm testing, fire suppression testing or other Fire & Life Safety testing.
• Experience with NFPA 2001, ISO 14520 and Retrotec equipment is highly advantageous.

Skills & Competencies

• Proficient in operation and maintenance of Retrotec testing equipment.
• Strong communication skills in English.
• Strong focus on safety, accuracy and attention to detail.
• Willingness to travel across Saudi Arabia as required for project assignments.

Additional Information

• Work with market-leading clients backed by a leading international firm.
• Flexible approach to day-to-day activities with hybrid work opportunity.
• Career advancement supported by an established framework that clearly defines expectations and outlines opportunities for advancement.
• Jensen Hughes is an Equal Opportunity Employer.