Warren, Michigan, USA
12 days ago
Fire Prevention and Protection and Emergency Response Manager
Job Description

Work Arrangement

This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to GM Global Technical Center - Sloan Engineering Center, Warren, MI, three times per week, at minimum.

The Role

You will lead the Fire Prevention and Protection and Emergency Response activities for all GM sites. You will help to assures that all General Motors sites are following federal, state, and local laws pertaining to Fire Protection and Emergency Response. Some of the responsibilities include:

What You'll Do

Provides strategic direction, quality assurance and subject matter expertise for General Motors for Fire Prevention and Protection and Emergency Response.

Maintains  and develops GM Fire Prevention and Protection  and Emergency Response standards and supporting material  for global sites.

Focuses on lithium-ion and other new technologies to ensure compliance with changing requirements.

Maintains and develops Tabletop Exercise training materials and scenarios.

Regularly reviews and updates  Emergency Response Center of Expertise documentation, including the emergency response plan templates used by global sites.

Provides technical expertise and subject matter guidance by assisting and supporting GM and supplier personnel to ensure compliance with General Motors standards for building fire protection design, installation, and demolition.

Supports development and coordination of strategic goals and objectives relevant to fire prevention & protection and emergency response.  

Facilitates resolution of conflicts arising from the tactical implementation of GM/Supplier strategic goals and objectives as they affect fire prevention & protection and emergency response. 

Facilitates resolution of non-compliance issues

Liaises with the following GM stakeholders  to interpret or resolve conflicts pertaining to standards or policy interpretations:

Site SecurityEnvironmentalSustainable Workplaces (FacilitiesElectrical Vehicle Occupational SafetyITGlobal Workplace SafetyManufacturingRisk Management

Additional Job Description

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)

Bachelor of Science in Fire Protection Engineering Technology or related

A minimum of 10 years experience in the Fire Prevention and Protection consulting engineering and problem solving.

A minimum of 5 years experience managing a global team.

Experience in developing and conducting Tabletop Exercises and Emergency Response standards.  

Familiarity with industrial fire protection and emergency response operations.

Excellent planning and organizing skills.

Strong negotiating skills.

Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills.

Ability to interact effectively at all levels and across diverse cultures.

Proven experience in performing the following:

Assessing fire protection requirementsInterpreting local laws, regulations and codes including National Fire Protection Association Codes, Factory Mutual Data Sheets, and the International Fire Code.Reviewing building and site plans, fire suppression and detection systems  Performing engineering computations (hydraulic calculations)Experience in writing technical procedures

GM DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE. DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU WILL NEED GM IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP (e.g., H-1B, TN, STEM OPT, etc.) NOW OR IN THE FUTURE.

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About GM

Our vision is a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion and we embrace the responsibility to lead the change that will make our world better, safer and more equitable for all.

Why Join Us 

We aspire to be the most inclusive company in the world. We believe we all must make a choice every day – individually and collectively – to drive meaningful change through our words, our deeds and our culture. Our Work Appropriately philosophy supports our foundation of inclusion and provides employees the flexibility to work where they can have the greatest impact on achieving our goals, dependent on role needs. Every day, we want every employee, no matter their background, ethnicity, preferences, or location, to feel they belong to one General Motors team.

Benefits Overview

The goal of the General Motors total rewards program is to support the health and well-being of you and your family. Our comprehensive compensation plan incudes, the following benefits, in addition to many others:
• Paid time off including vacation days, holidays, and parental leave for mothers, fathers and adoptive parents;
• Healthcare (including a triple tax advantaged health savings account and wellness incentive), dental, vision and life insurance plans to cover you and your family;
• Company and matching contributions to 401K savings plan to help you save for retirement;
• Global recognition program for peers and leaders to recognize and be recognized for results and behaviors that reflect our company values; 
• Tuition assistance and student loan refinancing;
• Discount on GM vehicles for you, your family and friends.

Diversity Information

General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that workforce diversity creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers.   We understand and embrace the variety through which people gain experiences whether through professional, personal, educational, or volunteer opportunities. GM is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.


We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications and apply for any positions that match your skills and capabilities.

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