Fire Chief

King Abdullah Port; Makkah Region; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent port authority in Saudi Arabia is seeking a Fire Chief to manage fire department operations, ensuring the safety of personnel and property. This role involves overseeing emergency response, conducting training programs, and coordinating with government agencies. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in fire science, extensive firefighting experience including supervisory roles, and relevant certifications. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential for this position.

Qualifications

• Ten years of experience in firefighting, including three years at a supervisory level.
• Valid KSA driver's license and CPR/First Aid certification required.
• Possession of Fire Officer Certification and fire investigator certification.

Responsibilities

• Manage all fire department operations and respond to incidents.
• Supervise, train, and evaluate fire personnel.
• Conduct fire safety training and compliance checks.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Staff supervision

Problem analysis

Effective communication

Physical fitness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in fire science, fire administration, or related field

Tools

Fire suppression systems

Safety equipment

Job description

Main Job Purpose:

The Fire Chief managing and directing all fire department operations to ensure the protection of life, property, and assets at King Abdullah Port. This role oversees daily emergency and non-emergency response activities, supervises and develops fire personnel, and ensures manpower readiness across operational shifts. The Fire Chief is responsible for implementing training programs, conducting fire safety awareness sessions, coordinating with stakeholders and government agencies, and supporting incident command during major emergencies. The position also contributes to departmental planning, budgeting, policy enforcement, fire risk assessments, evacuation drills, and inspection of suppression systems. Acting as second‑in‑command, the Fire Chief ensures operational excellence, compliance with regulations, and continuous improvement in fire and emergency services.

Accountabilities:

• Respond to emergency and non‑emergency incidents
• Schedules, trains, supervises, coordinates, oversees, and evaluates the work of assigned employees
• Maintaining the manpower in operational shifts
• Plans for operational required training
• Functions on emergency overhead teams during major incidents
• Conduct Fire Safety Training for stakeholder e.g. PDC, Huta, Aecom, NCT, Government Agencies etc.
• Budget development and monitoring
• Preparation of reports e.g. Operational, Incident, Investigation etc.
• Formulation of work plans, programs, and long‑range strategic planning e.g. KPI, SOP, Training etc.
• Enforcement of Department policies, procedures, rules, and regulations
• Makes recommendations on employment, retention, promotion, discipline, and other personnel actions
• Inspection of Fire suppression systems in all buildings
• Conduct fire risk assessment for KAP
• Conduct evacuation drills for all buildings

Job Requirements:

Education

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in fire science, fire administration, fire Engineering, or a related field.

Certificates and licenses

• A valid KSA driver’s license and or International license
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation certification (CPR) and First Aid Certificate.
• Possession of Fire Officer Certification including NFPA 1001 fire fighter I & II and NFPA 1072 Hazardous Materials.
• Certification of fire investigator.

Experience

• Ten (10) years of broad and extensive experience in all major phases of professional firefighting including Three (3) years of administrative and supervisory experience at industrial security facility a supervisory level of Battalion Chief and/or Fire Captain.

Skills & Knowledge

• Principles and practices of modern office methodology and effective record keeping procedures
• Think strategically and effectively to manage emergency scene resources during major incidents
• Select, supervise, train and evaluate staff
• Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions and implement recommendations in support of goals
• Operate and effectively use specialized fire tools and equipment including safety equipment
• Work effectively with a variety of community groups
• Research, analyse and evaluate new service delivery methods and techniques
• Effectively communicate, both in writing and verbally with Fire Department employees, outside agencies, and general public
• Meet and maintain physical standards as determined by the Fire Department

Languages

• English