Careers at GIG

Build your career in Fire & Life Safety, ELV & Facility Maintenance across the UAE

General International Group is hiring in Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Join our design, projects and maintenance teams and work on the critical building systems that keep people safe.

  • Company accommodation
  • Transportation
  • Employment visa
  • Friday half-day

Current vacancies

  • Fire & Life Safety Design Engineer / Draftsman

    • New
    • Dubai office
    • Design & Projects
    • 8–10 years

    Prepare designs, cost estimates and shop drawings for Fire & Life Safety systems to NFPA and the UAE Fire & Life Safety Code of Practice, using AutoCAD and Revit. Competitive package based on qualifications and experience.

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    Responsibilities & requirements

    Key responsibilities

    • Review project inquiries and prepare initial design and cost estimates
    • Optimise estimates and review lost jobs against competitor pricing
    • Prepare detailed Fire & Life Safety shop drawings to applicable standards and consultant requirements
    • Review ID drawings, RC drawings and interface components
    • Maintain design and shop drawing logs and weekly design reports
    • Liaise with DC and Projects teams; attend site and client meetings
    • Prepare Quantity Take-Offs for tenders and approved shop drawings

    What we're looking for

    • 8–10 years in Fire & Life Safety design and drafting
    • NFPA standards and UAE Fire & Life Safety Code of Practice
    • Fire Fighting incl. Suppression; Fire Alarm & Voice Evacuation
    • Emergency Lighting incl. Monitoring & Central Battery Systems
    • Strong AutoCAD and Revit; BIM is a plus
    • ELV knowledge (CCTV, Access Control, Structured Cabling, Intercom, Gate Barriers) is a plus
  • Fire Alarm Technician – Maintenance

    • Walk-in 4 Oct
    • Dubai

    Maintain fire alarm systems with good technical knowledge and hands-on troubleshooting. 2–4 years of UAE experience.

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  • Fire Fighting Technician – Maintenance

    • Walk-in 4 Oct
    • Dubai

    Maintain fire fighting systems and resolve technical issues on site. 2–4 years of UAE experience.

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  • Maintenance Technician – Emergency Light (CBS & Monitoring)

    • Walk-in 4 Oct
    • Dubai

    Maintain emergency lighting with central battery and monitoring systems. 2–4 years of UAE experience.

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  • Pool Cleaners

    • Walk-in 4 Oct
    • Dubai

    Join our facility maintenance team in Dubai. Relevant experience in the position required.

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  • General Helpers

    • Walk-in 4 Oct
    • Dubai

    Support our technicians on site in Dubai. Relevant experience in the position required.

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  • BMS Operator

    • Abu Dhabi

    Join our Abu Dhabi team operating building management systems.

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  • Fire Alarm Technician

    • Abu Dhabi

    Install and maintain fire alarm systems with our Abu Dhabi team.

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  • Fire Fighting Technician

    • Abu Dhabi

    Install and maintain fire fighting systems with our Abu Dhabi team.

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  • Driver

    • Abu Dhabi

    Support our Abu Dhabi operations and site teams.

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Can't find a relevant vacancy?

Send your CV to careers@generalintlgroup.com or upload it below. We keep it in our talent database and reach out when a suitable role opens.

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Join the team at GIG (General International Group) and become part of a dynamic, innovative, and growth-driven organization. Even if there isn’t a current opening that matches your profile, we encourage you to upload your CV. By doing so, your details will be securely stored in our talent database, and we will reach out to you whenever a suitable position becomes available. Take the first step toward building a rewarding career with GIG today!