Fire Officer

Abu Dhabi Airports Group.; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 167,000 - 234,000; Full time

Job summary

Abu Dhabi Airports Group is seeking a Fire Officer to lead Airport Emergency Services operations, ensuring readiness and effective incident management at Abu Dhabi International Airport. You will manage personnel, resources, and compliance with GCAA standards and IQA while promoting a safe, disciplined environment.

You will oversee emergency planning, incident investigations, and staff development. Strong leadership, decision-making under pressure, and excellent communication are essential for

Qualifications

• ARFF firefighting experience required.
• Minimum 6 years in ARFF.
• Minimum 2 years at Lead Firefighter level.
• Strong leadership and team management.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to make sound decisions under pressure.
• Knowledge of aviation firefighting regulations and standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide Incident Command during emergency situations and make critical operational decisions.
• Ensure effective command and control during incidents to safeguard personnel and assets.
• Conduct incident investigations and prepare reports as required.
• Act as Station Officer's deputy when required.
• Support and manage MOS and Structured Learning Program (SLP).
• Oversee staff training, audits, competency assessments, and proficiency evaluations.
• Administer AES training and auditing systems to ensure compliance with GCAA requirements and IQA.
• Support the development and maintenance of audit processes in line with regulatory requirements.
• Assist AES Training/Assessor Team and support training-related change management initiatives.
• Assist Airport Emergency Planning (AEP) team in emergency planning activities.
• Participate in Emergency Planning Committee meetings and exercises.
• Support planning and execution of airport emergency drills and exercises.
• Maintain relationships with internal stakeholders, external emergency services, and support agencies.
• Support Station Officer in people management, welfare and sickness management.
• Ensure staff discipline and welfare; maintain AES staff competency and medical/fitness standards.
• Lead and support AES projects, including policy/procedure development and operational improvements.
• Assist management in organizational change initiatives.
• Maintain policies, procedures, risk assessments and operational records.
• Support AES budgets in line with requirements.
• Comply with Safety Management System and environmental objectives.
• Promote security procedures and access control; report suspicious activities.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Decision making

Incident command

Emergency response

Regulatory knowledge

MS Office

Stakeholder management

Education

Valid UAE Driving License

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Reporting to the Station Officer, the Fire Officer leads and supports Airport Emergency Services (AES) operations to ensure emergency response readiness and effective incident management. The role is responsible for managing personnel and resources, maintaining compliance with Health & Safety regulations, GCAA licensing standards, and airport policies. The Fire Officer ensures strong command and control during emergencies, supports emergency planning initiatives, and promotes a safe, disciplined, and professional working environment.

Responsibilities

Emergency Operations & Incident Management

• Provide Incident Command during emergency situations and make critical operational decisions.
• Ensure effective command and control during incidents to safeguard personnel and assets.
• Conduct incident investigations and prepare reports as required.
• Act as Station Officer's deputy when required.

Training & Compliance

• Support and manage the AES Maintenance of Skills (MOS) and Structured Learning Program (SLP).
• Oversee staff training, audits, competency assessments, and proficiency evaluations.
• Administer AES training and auditing systems to ensure compliance with GCAA requirements and Internal Quality Assurance (IQA).
• Support the development and maintenance of audit processes in line with regulatory requirements.
• Assist the AES Training/Assessor Team and support training-related change management initiatives.

Emergency Planning & Stakeholder Coordination

• Assist the Airport Emergency Planning (AEP) team in emergency planning activities.
• Participate in Emergency Planning Committee meetings and emergency exercises.
• Support planning and execution of airport emergency drills and exercises.
• Maintain effective relationships with internal stakeholders, external emergency services, and support agencies.
• Support the Station Officer in people management activities, including staff welfare and sickness management.
• Ensure staff discipline, behavioural standards, and welfare are maintained.
• Oversee the development, performance, and competency maintenance of AES personnel.
• Ensure all AES staff meet required medical and fitness standards.

Project & Administrative Management

• Lead and support AES projects, including development of policies, procedures, plans, and operational improvements.
• Assist airport management in implementing organizational and change management initiatives.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date policies, procedures, risk assessments, and operational records.
• Support management of AES budgets in line with operational and business requirements.

Safety, Security & Environmental Responsibilities

• Comply with and promote the Airport Safety Management System (SMS).
• Minimize environmental impact and support airport sustainability objectives.
• Ensure compliance with airport security procedures and access control requirements.
• Report suspicious activities and security concerns.
• Perform any additional duties required to support business continuity and operational effectiveness.

Requirements & Skills

Education & Qualifications

• Valid UAE Driving License.

Experience

• Minimum 6 years' experience in Aviation Rescue and Firefighting Services (ARFF).
• Minimum 2 years' experience at Lead Firefighter level.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to make sound decisions under pressure.
• Strong incident command and emergency response capabilities.
• Knowledge of aviation firefighting regulations and standards.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong planning, training, auditing, and project management skills.
• Ability to build and maintain effective stakeholder relationships.

Physical & Medical Requirements

• Must meet all required medical and physical fitness assessment criteria.
• Ability to maintain operational readiness for emergency response duties.

Job Info

• Job Identification 1544
• Job Category HR_81
• Posting Date 10/14/2026, 06:36 AM
• Apply Before 10/27/2026, 07:55 PM
• Degree Level First Professional
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates