Junior Fireman

Lubrizol Corporation; Mumbai; On-site; INR 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Lubrizol Corporation in Turbhe (Mumbai) seeks a Junior Fireman to provide immediate fire protection, emergency response, and support to plant operations for safe working conditions.

You will respond to alarms, patrol the site, operate firefighting equipment, and assist in drills and safety programs. The role requires 12th pass, Fireman Training from SFTC, and a valid Heavy Vehicle license.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of firefighting experience in chemical, petrochemical, or manufacturing settings.
• Strong technical fire knowledge and hands‑on firefighting and rescue skills.
• Understanding of chemical hazards and strict adherence to safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Respond promptly to fire alarms, spills, gas leaks, and emergencies on site.
• Operate fire tenders, hydrants, extinguishers, SCBA sets, and alarm systems.
• Conduct firefighting operations for chemical, electrical, and flammable liquid fires.
• Assist in rescue, first aid, evacuation, and evacuations as required.
• Support Emergency Response Team in incident handling and drills.
• Patrol plant to monitor hot work, confined spaces, and high‑risk activities.
• Ensure compliance with PTW procedures and fire safety rules.

Skills

Firefighting

Emergency response

Safety procedures

SCBA operation

Education

12th Pass (Science)

Fireman Training Course (SFTC)

Heavy Motor Vehicle Driving License

Job description

BU/Function: HSES | Location: Turbhe

Job Title: Junior Fireman | Job Grade: B1 | Cost Center: 2210

Reporting to: Asst. Manager HSES | Team members: Firemen

Summary of the Role

The Fireman is responsible for providing immediate fire protection, emergency response, and support to plant operations to ensure safe working conditions at Lubrizol site. The role includes readiness for fire emergencies, routine inspection of fire‑fighting equipment, participation in emergency drills, and supporting plant safety initiatives / programs.

Responsibilities / Accountabilities

• Respond promptly to fire alarms, chemical spills, gas leaks, and other onsite emergencies.
• Operate fire tenders, hydrant systems, extinguishers, SCBA sets, rescue tools, fire alarm system panel and Novac fas suppression system.
• Conduct firefighting operations using appropriate techniques for chemical, electrical, and flammable liquid fires and other fires at site.
• Assist in rescue operations, first aid, and evacuation as required.
• Support Emergency Response Team (ERT) in handling incidents.
• Perform routine plant patrolling to monitor hot work, confined space entry, shutdown activities, and high‑risk operations / activities.
• Ensure compliance with fire safety rules and permit‑to‑work (PTW) procedures.
• Report unsafe acts/conditions and provide recommendations to prevent incidents.
• Monitor hazardous material storage areas, flammable zones, and process units for fire hazards.
• Inspect and maintain fire hydrants, Fire Engines, monitors, hose reels, sprinkler systems, deluge systems, extinguishers, alarms, foam systems, emergency equipment, gas suppression system, safety showers, etc.
• Conduct regular testing of pumps (jockey, main, diesel pump) and maintain logbooks.
• Ensure SCBA sets, PPE, and rescue equipment are in ready‑to‑use condition.
• Participate in mock drills, fire drills, and emergency preparedness exercises.
• Conduct training for employees and contractors on fire safety, extinguisher use, evacuation procedures, and emergency response.
• Support HSE officers in awareness campaigns and safety programs.
• Maintain accurate records of inspections, incidents, drills, and equipment maintenance.
• Follow industry standards and statutory requirements (e.g., Factory Act, NFPA, OISD guidelines where applicable).
• Assist in root‑cause analysis of fire‑related near misses and incidents.
• Respond to external emergencies as summoned by MARG group/MIDC fire department (authorities) requests with due internal approvals.

Requirements

Education

• Minimum 12th Pass, science stream.
• Successfully passed Fireman Training course from SFTC (Maharashtra State Fire Training Center).
• Valid Heavy Motor Vehicle Driving License.

Experience & Skills

• 2–5 years of experience in firefighting operations, preferably in chemical, petrochemical, or manufacturing industries.
• Strong technical fire knowledge.
• Hands‑on firefighting and rescue skills.
• Understanding of chemical hazards.
• High physical fitness and mental alertness.
• Strict adherence to site‑specific safety procedures.
• Effective utilization of emergency equipment (fire hoses, various branches, fire tender, etc.).

Age limit: 25–30 years

Preferred Certifications

• Fireman Course
• Industrial Fire Safety Training
• First Aid/CPR
• SCBA proficiency