Fire Protection Specialist

Job Description

Onsite: Rosario Plant.

What you will do (responsibilities):

Fire Protection Systems Oversight

• Supervise the performance and operational condition of fire protection systems (automatic sprinklers fire pumps detection and alarm systems deluge systems etc.) in compliance with NFPA standards and Argentine regulations.

• Participate in Fire Protection Adequacy projects as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) providing technical guidance.

• Review engineering drawings for new installations or plant modifications to ensure alignment with GM standards.

Risk Management & Compliance

• Conduct risk assessments for critical activities such as hot work confined spaces work at heights and chemical storage areas.

• Manage Hot Work Permits and audit contractor documentation compliance on site.

• Maintain communication with external emergency response services when required.

Emergency Response Leadership

• Serve as Leader of the Immediate Emergency Response Team when needed.

• Provide technical guidance on the use and operation of fire protection systems to personnel involved in daily site activities.

• Participate in emergency response planning and support the implementation of site-wide emergency plans including collaboration with external emergency organizations.

• Coordinate and train the Emergency Response Team ensuring technical readiness required training hours and mandatory certifications.

• Lead and deliver emergency response drills simulations and long-term preparedness plans with multifunctional teams across the site.

Safety Culture & Auditing

• Lead internal audits (GMA/GMAS) related to Fire Protection.

• Promote a strong preventive safety culture aligned with GM values.

• Provide guidance on fire safety regulations best practices and emergency response frameworks ensuring compliance with local laws.

• Lead training activities awareness campaigns and educational initiatives to empower employees and stakeholders with the necessary knowledge and skills for effective fire emergency response and crisis management.

• Develop track and maintain training content related to emergency preparedness response and recovery.

Your skills and abilities (required qualifications):

• Education: Bachelors degree in Occupational Health & Safety with a valid professional license for Santa Fe.

• Experience: Several years of experience in Fire Protection within industrial or manufacturing facilities.

• Technical Knowledge:

  • Mastery of NFPA standards and Argentine Occupational Health & Safety legislation.

  • Technical expertise in fire protection system design and operation including fire pumps and related life-safety systems.

• Location: Based in Rosario or nearby areas (Alvear San Nicolás Pueblo Esther).

• Technical Tools: Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook PowerPoint Word Excel and Teams.

• Performance Metrics: Understanding and use of performance and safety metrics.

What can give you a competitive edge (preferred qualifications):

• Certifications:

  • NFPA Certified Fire Protection Specialist (CFPS) and/or

  • NFPA Certified Water-Based Systems Professional (CWBSP).

• Soft Skills:

  • Technical leadership with the ability to influence cross-functional teams.

  • Speak Fearlessly mindset ability to confidently stop unsafe work with professionalism and a preventive approach.

  • Strong project management and organizational skills with experience supporting multiple project phases.

• Languages: Intermediate English level (preferred).

About GM

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