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NAFFCO stands among the most recognized names in the global life safety and fire protection industry. Established in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, the organization began with a clear objective: to provide advanced safety solutions that help protect lives, property, and the environment. Over the years, the company has grown from a regional manufacturer into an international provider of comprehensive safety products and services, serving customers across numerous industries and geographic regions.
The foundation of NAFFCO’s success lies in its commitment to innovation, quality, and reliability. From the beginning, the company identified a growing need for integrated safety solutions that could be obtained from a single source. Instead of requiring customers to coordinate with multiple suppliers for different safety requirements, NAFFCO developed a comprehensive portfolio capable of addressing a wide range of fire protection, emergency response, and security needs under one roof. This customer-focused approach has contributed significantly to the company’s strong reputation and continued expansion across international markets.
Today, NAFFCO specializes in the design, manufacturing, supply, installation, and maintenance of a broad range of life safety products and systems. Its product portfolio includes firefighting equipment, advanced fire protection systems, fire alarm systems, addressable emergency systems, and modern security solutions. These products are developed to meet the demanding requirements of commercial, industrial, residential, healthcare, aviation, and government sectors.
A major strength of the organization is its ability to manufacture highly specialized emergency response vehicles. The company produces custom-built fire trucks designed for different operational environments, ranging from urban firefighting to industrial hazard management. In addition, NAFFCO manufactures ambulances equipped with modern medical facilities to support emergency healthcare services. Mobile hospitals developed by the company provide critical medical support in disaster zones, remote locations, and emergency situations where permanent healthcare infrastructure may be limited. The production portfolio also includes Airport Rescue and Fire Fighting (ARFF) vehicles, which are specifically engineered to meet the stringent safety requirements of airports and aviation facilities worldwide.
The organization’s extensive manufacturing capabilities are supported by a highly skilled workforce. More than 15,000 professionals from diverse nationalities contribute expertise across engineering, production, research and development, quality assurance, project management, and customer support functions. Among this workforce are over 2,000 engineers who play a vital role in developing innovative technologies and ensuring that products meet international standards and customer expectations. This combination of technical knowledge, industry experience, and dedication to excellence has enabled the company to maintain a competitive position in the global marketplace.
Manufacturing operations are carried out across facilities covering more than 10 million square feet. These advanced production centers are equipped with modern technologies, automated systems, and specialized equipment that support large-scale manufacturing while maintaining strict quality control. Significant investments in infrastructure and technology have strengthened the organization’s ability to deliver high-performance products efficiently and consistently.
International expansion has been another defining characteristic of NAFFCO’s growth journey. Products and solutions are currently exported to more than 100 countries across the Middle East, Africa, Asia, Europe, and other regions. The global reach of the company reflects the trust placed in its products by customers operating in diverse industries and environments. Whether supporting large infrastructure projects, industrial facilities, healthcare institutions, airports, or commercial developments, the company continues to demonstrate a strong commitment to safety and operational excellence.
Quality assurance remains a central component of every stage of the manufacturing and service process. Products undergo rigorous testing and evaluation to ensure compliance with international safety standards and regulatory requirements. Certifications from globally respected organizations serve as evidence of the reliability and performance of the company’s products. These certifications include approvals from UL, FM, BSI, LPCB, and Global Mark, all of which are recognized internationally for their stringent assessment procedures and high-quality benchmarks.
In addition to product certifications, the company maintains strong management systems designed to support continuous improvement and operational excellence. Compliance with ISO 9001 standards reflects a commitment to quality management principles that focus on customer satisfaction, process efficiency, and continual enhancement. Environmental responsibility is supported through ISO 14001 certification, which demonstrates effective environmental management practices and a commitment to sustainable operations. Occupational health and safety standards are reinforced through BS OHSAS 18001 certification, highlighting the importance placed on employee well-being and workplace safety.
Innovation continues to drive the development of new technologies and advanced safety solutions. Research and development activities focus on addressing emerging challenges within the fire protection and life safety sectors. By continuously investing in innovation, the organization seeks to deliver products that offer enhanced performance, improved reliability, and greater efficiency. This forward-looking approach allows the company to adapt to changing industry requirements while maintaining high standards of quality and safety.
Beyond manufacturing and technology, the company’s success is closely linked to a deeply rooted commitment to protecting lives and safeguarding communities. Every product, system, and service is designed with the objective of minimizing risks and improving emergency preparedness. This dedication extends beyond commercial goals, reflecting a broader mission to contribute positively to society through effective safety solutions.
Today, NAFFCO is recognized as a trusted global leader in the field of fire protection, emergency response, and life safety solutions. Decades of experience, continuous innovation, international certifications, extensive manufacturing capabilities, and a highly skilled workforce have established the company as a preferred partner for customers around the world. Guided by a strong commitment to excellence and a passion for protection, the organization continues to advance its vision of becoming the world’s leading provider of innovative solutions dedicated to protecting life, property, and the environment.
Open Positions & Qualifications
Safety Officer (EHS) – Oil & Gas Industry
Job Summary:
Job Summary:
We are seeking a qualified Safety Officer with a SARS-approved Safety Officer Certificate and relevant experience in implementing and maintaining Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) standards. The role involves ensuring a safe working environment, promoting compliance, and supporting continuous improvement of EHS programs in line with organizational and regulatory requirements.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct regular safety inspections and safety training sessions across the workplace.
- Prepare and maintain detailed safety reports including near-miss reports, accident investigations, HIRA (Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment), and Aspect & Impact assessments.
- Enforce adherence to safety standards and ensure all employees comply with organizational safety requirements.
- Promote and maintain a safe working environment within the organization at all times.
- Support the development, implementation, monitoring, and continuous improvement of NAFFCO Group EHS programs.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local environmental, health, and safety regulations.
- Participate in EHS site audits, inspections, and routine safety surveys.
- Assist in the preparation and drafting of audit documentation and reports.
- Track corrective and preventive actions and monitor trends arising from audit and inspection activities.
Requirements:
- SARS-approved Safety Officer Certificate (mandatory).
- Proven experience in safety inspection, reporting, and training.
- Strong knowledge of HIRA, incident investigation, and environmental aspect/impact assessment.
- Familiarity with EHS management systems and compliance requirements.
- Strong documentation, reporting, and analytical skills.
- Ability to work independently and enforce safety discipline across teams.
- Good communication and coordination skills.
Department Safety & Rescue Division Role Safety Officer (EHS) – Oil & Gas Industry Locations Fujairah Monthly salary AED5,000 – AED7,500
Design & Estimation Engineer
Job Summary:
We are looking for a detail-oriented Design & Estimation Engineer to prepare accurate cost estimates, tender submissions, and project pricing based on technical drawings and specifications. The candidate will coordinate with internal teams, suppliers, and subcontractors to ensure competitive and technically compliant proposals while supporting project cost control activities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare detailed material and labor cost estimates based on project drawings, specifications, and scope of work.
- Prepare and submit cost proposals, quotations, bids, and tender documents as per client requirements.
- Review and evaluate tender documents to identify critical technical and commercial requirements for pricing.
- Perform quantity take-offs from drawings and specifications using estimation software or manual calculations.
- Obtain, evaluate, and compare quotations from vendors, suppliers, and subcontractors.
- Coordinate with design, engineering, operations, and project management teams for accurate project costing and execution planning.
- Provide value engineering suggestions and cost-saving recommendations where applicable.
- Maintain records of estimates, pricing data, and historical cost information for future reference.
- Prepare cost summary reports and commercial comparison sheets.
- Review project budgets and compare estimated costs against actual project expenditures.
- Support cost monitoring and control activities during project execution.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or related field.
- 3–5 years of experience in estimation, tendering, or project costing.
- Strong knowledge of quantity take-offs, tender preparation, and cost analysis.
- Proficiency in MS Excel, AutoCAD, and estimation software/tools.
- Good understanding of technical drawings and project specifications.
- Strong analytical, coordination, and communication skills.
Preferred Skills:
- Experience in MEP, Fire Protection, or Industrial Projects.
- Familiarity with procurement and vendor management processes.
- Ability to work under deadlines and manage multiple tenders simultaneously.
Department Smoke Management Locations Dubai – UAE Monthly salary AED3,500 – AED5,000
CFD Engineer – Fire & Life Safety
Job Summary:
We are seeking a skilled CFD Engineer specializing in fire and life safety to design and analyze smoke control systems for complex building projects. The role involves performing advanced simulations, preparing technical documentation, and supporting design approvals in compliance with international and local fire safety standards.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design smoke control and ventilation systems in compliance with NFPA 92, IBC, and UAE Fire & Life Safety Code.
- Perform CFD simulations using tools such as FDS and PyroSim to evaluate smoke movement, tenability, and safe egress conditions.
- Conduct evacuation calculations and develop evacuation models to assess occupant safety.
- Prepare detailed technical reports, system calculations, and documentation for authority submissions.
- Estimate project costs for ducts, control systems, and related accessories based on project requirements.
- Review architectural and fire protection drawings, reports, and specifications to ensure design accuracy and compliance.
- Coordinate with multidisciplinary design teams to integrate smoke management strategies.
- Support client meetings, presentations, and authority approvals using CFD analysis and simulation results.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Fire Engineering, or a related field.
- 3–6 years of experience in CFD analysis and fire safety engineering.
- Proficiency in CFD tools such as FDS and PyroSim.
- Strong understanding of NFPA standards, IBC, and UAE Fire Code.
- Experience in smoke control design and evacuation modeling.
- Good analytical, report writing, and communication skills.
Preferred Skills:
- Experience working on complex or high-rise building projects.
- Familiarity with authority approval processes.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
Department Smoke Management Locations Dubai – UAE Monthly salary AED5,000 – AED7,000
ire Truck Driver Operator
Job Summary
The Fire Truck Driver Operator safely drives fire appliances and associated equipment to support fire and emergency response across the organisation’s sites. You will complete daily vehicle checks, attend incident scenes, support firefighting and rescue activities as directed, and assist with routine maintenance, cleaning and equipment stowage. Working within a multi-disciplinary team, you will maintain compliance with road and safety regulations and contribute to training, exercises and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
- Vehicle Operation & Driving
- Drive fire appliances and ancillary vehicles safely and lawfully to and from incidents, exercises and station duties
- Use defensive driving techniques and follow road traffic legislation and emergency driving policies
- Operate pumps, ladders and ancillary equipment during operational duties
- Pre-shift Checks & Maintenance
- Complete pre- and post-shift vehicle and equipment checks, record findings and report defects
- Support routine maintenance, cleaning and minor servicing to keep equipment in readiness
- Ensure correct stowage and inventory of firefighting and rescue equipment
- Operational Support & Response
- Support firefighting, rescue and other emergency tasks as directed by the incident commander or senior crew
- Operate and assist with pumps, hose reels, lighting and other appliance-mounted systems under supervision
- Assist with scene safety, traffic management and casualty support where appropriate
- Health, Safety & Compliance
- Follow health and safety policies, safe systems of work and PPE requirements
- Meet regulatory and organisational requirements for inspections, maintenance records and driver qualifications
- Report incidents, near misses and vehicle defects promptly and support investigations
- Training & Professional Development
- Attend training, drills and competency assessments for driving and operational support tasks
- Maintain required driver licences, endorsements and medical fitness to drive heavy emergency vehicles
- Share knowledge and learn from exercises and incidents
- Administration & Reporting
- Complete vehicle logbooks, defect reports and operational records accurately and on time
- Support rostering and availability records and communicate changes promptly
- Provide requested input to performance and fleet management information
Requirements
Education & Qualifications
- Full UAE driving licence with the appropriate category for the appliance and any required vocational licences or endorsements
- Relevant vocational training or certificates in appliance operation or pump operation desirable
Experience
- Previous experience in fire, rescue, emergency services or similar environments advantageous
- Demonstrable track record of safe driving and working under operational pressure preferred
Department Safety & Rescue Division Role Fire Trucks Driver Operator Locations Dubai – UAE
Operations Engineer
JOB PURPOSE
• The Operations Engineer is the technical execution lead for all assigned projects within their product line portfolio.
• Each engineer owns the end-to-end project journey from production planning through quality
inspection to final delivery, ensuring every vehicle is built, documented, and delivered in full conformance with applicable regulatory, client, and quality standards.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES / RESPONSIBILITIES
• Manage the full lifecycle of all assigned projects — approximately 15-20 active projects per engineer across all projects.
• Develop, maintain, and monitor detailed project schedules, coordinating with the production floor to align manufacturing milestones with client delivery commitments.
• Identify schedule risks and deviations early, implementing corrective actions and escalating to the Team Leader where required.
• Conduct regular project progress reviews with internal production and procurement teams to ensure continuity and on-time delivery.
• Coordinate project handover activities, including client acceptance inspections, delivery documentation, and post-delivery follow-up.
• Ensure all vehicles under assigned projects are built in full compliance with the client specification.
• Review and approve technical documentation, build specifications, and engineering drawings prior to production commencement.
• Conduct or coordinate in-process and final quality inspections, recording all findings against the project quality plan.
• Raise, manage, and close Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) for any identified deviations, ensuring root cause analysis and corrective action are completed within defined timelines.
• Manage relationships with suppliers and subcontractors responsible for components and services
within assigned projects.
•Monitorsupplierdeliveryperformanceandqualityagainstpurchaseordersandproject specifications.
• Coordinate third-party inspections, certifications, and factory acceptance tests required for all projects.
• Escalate supplier performance issues to the Team Leader and Procurement, maintaining a formal record of actions taken.
• Maintain complete, accurate project records for every assigned project including build documentation, inspection records, client correspondence, and compliance certificates.
• Provide regular project status updates to the Senior Coordinator for inclusion in weekly management reports.
• Prepare and submit incident reports, corrective action records, and technical deviation requests as required.
• Support the Coordinators in preparing client-facing status updates, project progress reports, and delivery documentation.
• Provide production progress report to Sales.
• Request for production plan from production to streamline all processes and set deadlines.
• Collaborate closely with the KOM/Project Initiation Specialist at the start of each new project to ensure scope, timeline, and stakeholder requirements are fully captured.
• Coordinate with the Senior Coordinator on scheduling conflicts, documentation priorities, and resource constraints across the shared project portfolio.
• Participate in the monthly team sync, providing accurate project status updates and flagging any unresolved blockers.
• Support the Team Leader in preparing project data for management review presentations.
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Automotive Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in operations, project engineering, or manufacturing environments.
• Experience in vehicle manufacturing, fire-fighting equipment, or specialist vehicle sectors is preferred.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 and AS 9100 quality standards.
• Familiarity with ERP systems (Oracle preferred) and PMIS documentation systems.
• Experience in supplier management and third-party inspections.
KEY SKILLS / ATTRIBUTES
• Strong technical knowledge in vehicle engineering and manufacturing processes.
• Excellent project management and scheduling abilities.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on root cause analysis.
• Effective communication with internal teams, clients, and suppliers.
• Attention to detail in documentation and quality compliance.
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects under tight deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and ERP/project management systems.
JOB CHALLENGES
• Managing 15-20 active projects simultaneously while maintaining quality and delivery standards.
• Resolving technical and supplier issues within tight project timelines.
• Maintaining full documentation accuracy across a large and dynamic project portfolio.
• Coordinating across multiple internal departments to keep projects on schedule. Department Trucks & Vehicles Role Operations Engineer Locations Dubai – UAE Monthly salary AED3,000 – AED4,000
Estimation Engineer – Firefighting
Job Summary
The Estimation Engineer – Firefighting will prepare and review technical and commercial estimates for firefighting and associated life-safety systems. The role involves developing accurate Bill of Quantities (BOQ), cost plans, and tender submissions while ensuring compliance with project specifications, NFPA/BS standards, and local authority requirements. The position works closely with project, procurement, and design teams to support successful bid delivery and project realisation.
Key Responsibilities
1. Estimating & Tender Preparation
- Prepare detailed estimates and BOQs for firefighting systems including wet/dry risers, sprinklers, deluge systems, hydrants, foam, and water supplies
- Quantify materials, labour, plant, and subcontract packages in line with approved drawings and specifications
- Develop unit rates, labour productivity assumptions, and price build-ups for cost schedules
- Prepare commercial submissions, take-off documents, and tender clarifications
2. Technical Review & Compliance
- Review design drawings, specifications, and manufacturer data to ensure accurate scope and compliance with NFPA, BS, and local authority codes
- Identify design ambiguities, omissions, and value engineering opportunities and propose cost-effective solutions
- Coordinate with design and project teams to resolve technical queries during the tender phase
3. Procurement & Vendor Coordination
- Obtain and evaluate vendor quotations, compare scopes, and assess technical compliance
- Develop subcontractor scope of work and tender packages for procurement
- Maintain supplier and subcontractor rate databases and update approved vendor lists
4. Cost Control & Reporting
- Prepare preliminary cost plans, budget estimates, and sensitivity analysis for bid/no-bid decisions
- Submit estimation reports, assumptions, and risk registers to the bidding team and management
- Support handover of estimate data to project controls and procurement upon award
5. Collaboration & Continuous Improvement
- Work closely with project managers, engineers, and commercial teams to align estimates with programme and project constraints
- Contribute to post-tender reviews, lessons learned, and continuous improvement of estimating practices
- Attend tender review meetings and present cost recommendations to stakeholders
Requirements
Education
- Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Fire Protection, or Electrical Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or related discipline
Experience
- 2–6 years’ experience in estimation for firefighting, sprinkler, and life-safety systems
- Experience with UAE/GCC projects and familiarity with local authority requirements is preferred
- Proven experience preparing BOQs, tender submissions, and vendor comparisons
- Valid UAE driving licence is advantageous
Technical Competencies
- Knowledge of firefighting systems: wet/dry risers, sprinklers, hydrants, foam systems, pumps and tanks
- Familiarity with NFPA standards, BS codes, and local authority regulations
- Ability to read and interpret mechanical and hydraulic drawings and specifications
- Proficiency in measurement and estimating tools; experience with Excel-based estimating and take-off software.
Department Engineering Locations Dubai – UAE Monthly salary AED5,000
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