APAC Fire & Life Safety Manager, Vice President

JPMorganChase

JPMorganChase

Singapore

Posted on May 19, 2026

Join us and make a meaningful impact by protecting our employees and customers through world-class fire and life safety programs. As a leader in safety, you will drive initiatives that ensure our workplaces are secure and compliant. You’ll collaborate with diverse teams, develop innovative solutions, and help shape the future of safety in the region. This is your opportunity to grow your career while making a difference every day. Be part of a team that values your expertise and commitment.

As a Vice President, APAC Fire & Life (FLS) Safety Manager in the Global Property Management team, you report to the Global Head of Fire and Life Safety and are responsible for refining and developing fire and life safety policies, procedures, and ensuring regulatory and legislative compliance. You play a key role in the Global Fire Life & Safety Section, which aims to ensure the safety of our employees and customers by providing the necessary resources. You oversee fire and life safety compliance, inspection reporting, incident investigations, program management, and website administration. This position requires an in-depth understanding of corporate fire and life safety programs, fire service, and fire systems operations. Together, we create a safe and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.

Job Responsibilities

  • Conduct quality assurance visits and monitor fire and life safety program management across APAC locations.
  • Lead fire and life safety inspections and investigate incidents, providing follow-up reports.
  • Administer fire and life safety program requirements and maintain relevant documentation.
  • Review site-specific safety plans, surveys, checklists, and fire warden team coverage.
  • Participate in application projects related to fire and life safety.
  • Plan, supervise, and execute fire drills at various sites.
  • Deliver training for fire warden teams and other stakeholders.
  • Identify and resolve open issues, documenting outcomes and compliance requirements.
  • Provide subject matter expertise to corporate stakeholders on fire and life safety risks and support occupational safety programs, including government filings.
  • Maintain department files and network drives.
  • Partner with and actively build rapport with local stakeholders (e.g., Site Leads/Operations, Security, Facilities/Engineering, Technology, Risk/Compliance, and vendor partners) to align on Fire & Life Safety requirements, drive remediation plans, and support successful program adoption across APAC HUBs.

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

  • Minimum 10 years’ experience in fire and life safety, fire service, civil defense, or fire systems operations
  • Bachelor degree in Occupational Safety Management, Fire Safety or related discipline.
  • In-depth knowledge of regulatory codes for fire protection, building occupancy, emergency procedures, drills, and training requirements
  • Expertise in developing and implementing corporate standards, policies, and procedures for fire and life safety compliance
  • Ability to work independently with high attention to detail , understand construction critical path timelines, and the ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously
  • Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Access, and SharePoint
  • Experience in process documentation and internal control procedures
  • Willingness to travel up to 30% of the time
  • Demonstrated experience influencing and coordinating with local/site stakeholders across multiple locations to deliver compliance and safety outcomes
  • Proven strong program management and leadership capabilities, including tracking deliverables and synthesizing complex information into concise executive summaries

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

  • Experience with fire and life safety systems in a corporate environment
  • Understanding of physical and technical security programs
  • Proven ability to develop and present fire and life safety educational programs
  • Incident response and emergency management experience
  • Experience with building construction projects related to fire and life safety
  • Knowledge of Fire & Life Safety and Standards within APAC region
  • Strong stakeholder management and communication skills

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Lead fire and life safety programs across APAC, ensuring compliance and safeguarding our people and workplaces.
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