Fire Suppression System Lead - Secret Clearance - Al-Udeid Air Base, Qatar

Global Dimensions is a HUBZone, service disabled, veteran-owned small business based in Fredericksburg, VA. We are a dynamic, expanding company with exciting opportunities in language/culture, training/education/instruction, IT, cyber security, and intelligence (analysts, CI, HUMINT, SIGINT, etc.).

We are seeking a Fire Suppression System Lead for a position at Al-Udeid Air Base in Qatar.

The Fire Suppression System Lead is responsible for leading the installation, inspection, maintenance, and repair of fire suppression systems at Al Udeid Air Base. This role ensures all fire protection systems operate safely and reliably in compliance with NFPA standards, applicable military installation requirements, and local codes. The Lead serves as the on-site technical authority and provides supervision and direction to assigned personnel.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Lead and supervise fire suppression system work, including sprinkler systems, standpipes, fire pumps, valves, and specialty suppression systems
• Ensure compliance with NFPA standards, base-specific requirements, and company safety policies
• Interpret and execute work based on blueprints, specifications, and technical drawings
• Perform system testing, inspections, troubleshooting, and corrective maintenance
• Coordinate with base officials, inspectors, project managers, and other trades to ensure mission-critical systems remain operational
• Provide leadership, training, and technical guidance to fire suppression technicians and apprentices
• Maintain accurate documentation, including inspection reports, maintenance logs, and compliance records
• Enforce OSHA, base safety standards, and company safety procedures
• Assist with material planning, scheduling, and task prioritization to meet operational requirements

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum of three (3) years of experience specializing in fire suppression systems
• Demonstrated knowledge of NFPA codes and fire suppression system installation and maintenance practices
• Proven ability to lead and supervise field crews
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical documents

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must possess a valid U.S. Driver’s License
• Possess a valid U.S. Passport (preferred)
• Must be able to meet all current USCENTCOM Deployment Policy Requirements, as outlined in the USCENTCOM APR 23 MOD EIGHTEEN TO USCENTCOM INDIVIDUAL AND INDIVIDUAL-UNIT DEPLOYMENT POLICY
• Able to obtain and maintain a valid Residency Visa for Qatar
• Must be able to work in extreme environmental conditions including dust and high temperatures.
• Must be able to endure long hours, exposure to weather and hazardous conditions.

TRAVEL: 100%, in deployed location.

SECURITY CLEARANCE: Must have and maintain a DoD Secret Clearance.

Global Dimensions does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.