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Description (EN)
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. The Foreman is responsible for ensuring system reliability, leading maintenance teams, supporting authority inspections, and maintaining compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements.
Key Responsibilities
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
Access Control 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.
Professional Certifications (Preferred)
Fire Alarm System Certification
Civil Defense Approved Fire Alarm Technician Certification
NFPA Awareness Training
IOSH Managing Safely
NEBOSH IGC (Preferred)
First Aid Certification
Fire Warden / Fire Marshal Training
Permit-to-Work Training
Experience
Minimum 10 years of experience in Fire Alarm and ELV systems.
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