Abdulziz Ahmed Alzhrani

Fire Engineer @ Jabal Omar Development Co.

About

Fire Protection Systems Engineer with hands-on experience in fire alarm, firefighting, smoke management, and suppression systems in compliance with NFPA and Civil Defense standards. Skilled in maintenance, programming, and system commissioning for leading brands such as EDWARDS, CONTEX+, SecuriFire 3000, and ZETA. Experienced in preventive and corrective maintenance, cause-and-effect matrix review, and coordination with clients, consultants, and authorities to ensure safety, reliability, and full regulatory compliance. Passionate about improving fire and life safety performance across all facilities.

Country

Saudi Arabia

City

Makkah Region

Industry

Public Safety

Skill

Computer Maintenance, Preventive Maintenance, Computer Literacy, Fire Sprinkler Systems, Fire Pumps, Electrical Engineering Education, Hydraulic Calculations, Computer Repair, System Maintenance, Site Commissioning, Defense Support to Civil Authorities, Compliance Monitoring, Maintenance Inspections, Regulatory Compliance, Fire Risk Assessment, Compliance Program Management, Commissioning Management, Consultant Coordination, Fire Protection Engineering, NFPA 25 – Inspection, Testing & Maintenance

Experience

Fire Engineer

Jabal Omar Development Co.

2025-7 - Present · 1 yr 3 mos

Makkah, Saudi Arabia

1- Code Compliance • Ensure projects comply with relevant codes: NFPA, SBC,IBC, IFC, local civil defense requirements. • Conduct performance-based design using fire modeling (FDS, Pathfinder, etc.) when prescriptive code is not feasible. 2- Plan Review & Approvals • Review architectural/MEP drawings for fire safety. • Liaise with Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs) to obtain approvals. 3- Fire Safety Audits & Inspections • Perform site inspections for system installation and commissioning. • Conduct fire risk assessments and fire drill evaluations in existing facilities. 4- Technical Reporting • Create technical documentation: BOQs, specifications, cause & effect matrices, hydraulic calculations. • Document system deficiencies and recommend corrective actions. 5- Coordination • Work with architects, civil engineers, and contractors to integrate fire protection requirements into designs. • Review contractor submittals and shop drawings. • Coordination with Civil Defense for approvals, technical consultations, compliance verifications .

Maintenance Engineer

NAFISCO - National Fire Safety Equipment Company Ltd.

2023-3 - 2025-3 · 2 yrs 1 mo

Makkah, Saudi Arabia

Specialized in the maintenance, programming, and commissioning of fire protection and life safety systems, ensuring full compliance with NFPA standards and Civil Defense regulations. - Performed maintenance activities on fire suppression systems including automatic sprinklers, fire pumps, fire hose cabinets, fire extinguishers, water mist systems, foam systems, water curtains, FM200, and Novec 1230. - Conducted maintenance and programming for fire alarm systems (Conventional & Addressable) such as EDWARDS, CONTEX+, SecuriFire 3000, and ZETA. - Hands-on experience with smoke management systems including jet fans, pressurization fans, fire dampers, and smoke curtains. - Developed and implemented preventive and corrective maintenance programs to enhance system reliability and minimize downtime. - Reviewed and implemented cause-and-effect matrices, fire strategies, and evacuation plans to ensure compliance and effective emergency response. - Maintained comprehensive documentation and compliance reports in line with local and international safety standards. - Coordinated with key stakeholders including clients, consultants, owners, and Civil Defense authorities to ensure smooth project execution and approval.