Arun Asokan

Life Safety Systems Engineer with 7+ years delivering end-to-end fire protection solutions across the UAE, from design and estimation to commissioning and maintenance. Expertise in Fire Alarm (incl. PAVA, VESDA), Firefighting & Suppression, and Central Battery/Emergency Lighting systems; fluent in UAE Fire & Life Safety Code and NFPA standards.

Proven track record preparing BOQs and cost estimates, optimizing CAPEX/OPEX, and meeting strict SLAs/KPIs through robust PPM programs. Knowledge of AutoCAD, PlanSwift, HAP, and MS Office; experienced in site surveys, material inspections, and contractor coordination. Dubai, Sharjah, and UAQ Civil Defence Card holder; valid UAE manual driving license

Service Engineer – FMS - Bahri & Mazroei Technical Systems (BMTS) - Dubai, UAE

(2023-10)

• Prepared BOQs, material take-offs, and cost estimates for fire alarm, PAVA, VESDA, CBS, emergency lighting monitoring, and firefighting systems.
• Analyzed scope, reviewed drawings/specs, and ensured alignment with UAE Fire & Life Safety Code and NFPA standards.
• Led site surveys, material inspections, and contractor coordination; line-managed technicians and vendors.
• Developed and tracked monthly PPM schedules to maintain SLA/KPI compliance and minimize downtime.
• Produced system status and technical reports; responded to inspections and consultant comments.
• Supported CAPEX forecasting and budgeting; delivered team training and contributed to life-safety system upgrade projects.
• Delivered full lifecycle service for fire alarm (GENT, ESSER, EST, Simplex, JSB Cooper, Kentech, Shield/Advance/Evotech), PAVA (Bosch), VESDA, central battery (CEAG, Inotech, Emergi Lite, Teknoware), EML monitoring (EML/Uranus), and firefighting systems.

Mechanical Engineer - TAME FLAME FIRE FIGHTING LLC, Dubai, UAE - Dubai, UAE

(2021-10 - 2023-09)

• Commission fire panels and troubleshoot system faults.
• Inspected and calibrated firefighting system components to guarantee operational readiness, significantly enhancing equipment uptime and emergency response effectiveness. Review and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Prepare fire hazards and technical reports.
• Plan and manage preventive maintenance (PPM) schedules.
• Create operation and training manuals and provide client training.
• Execute AMC schedules and ensure compliance.

Project Engineer - VPR INFRA CONTARCT SOLUTIONS LLP, Bengaluru, INDIA - India

(2020-01 - 2021-09)

• Sites Managed: Micron Electricals – Trivandrum (UST MLCP), Sobha Ltd – Trivandrum (HYATT Hotel), Sobha Ltd – Trivandrum (LULU Mall), Shapoorji Pallonji & Co Pvt Ltd – Trivandrum (Indian Institute of Space and Technology).
• Responsibilities: Install, test, and commission firefighting systems (sprinklers, fire pumps, smoke detectors).
• Prepare design criteria, conceptual and schematic designs, BOQs, cost estimates, and hydraulic calculations.
• Inspect materials and ensure quality standards are met.
• Monitored on-site construction processes to identify and resolve technical issues, enhance structural quality and ensure adherence to engineering standards.

Site & Design Engineer - STANFORD ENTERPRISES - Bengaluru, INDIA

(2018-08 - 2020-01)

• Sites Managed: Cargill India – Bangalore, Sobha Ltd – Indore (INFOSYS)
• Responsibilities: Provide technical guidance to supervisors, inspectors, and contractors on installation and maintenance
• Identify design and execution issues; plan and deliver multiple projects
• Manage daily work of the site team
• Monitor and enforce health and safety standards on site
• Prepare as-built drawings and handover documents

B. Tech - Mechanical Engineering - Government Engineering College Idukki (2018)