Airport Emergency Officer (Feb 2027 Intake)

Changi Airport Group (Singapore) Pte. Ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 33,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Changi Airport Group (CAG) is seeking an Airport Emergency Officer to carry out rescue and firefighting duties, operate equipment, and maintain readiness at Singapore's airports. You will undergo a 3-week BAFF Fitness Programme (BFP) followed by a 3-month Basic Airport Fire Fighter (BAFF) training aligned with ICAO standards.

Upon completion, you will be deployed to an airport fire station, gaining frontline experience and opportunities to work across stations and military airbases, accelerating

Qualifications

• At least NITEC, GCE ‘O’ Level, or GCE ‘N’ Level.
• Strong interest in rescue or emergency response work.
• Able to stay calm and think clearly under pressure.
• Good communication skills.
• Self-disciplined, reliable and a strong team player.
• Physically and medically fit for emergency duties, with good eyesight and colour vision.
• Willing to perform shift duties, including nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Respond to aircraft incidents, aerodrome fires, and emergency situations.
• Operate rescue and fire fighting vehicles, vessels and specialised fire fighting equipment.
• Participate in regular drills, physical training, and skills development to maintain operational readiness.
• Conduct routine checks on fire fighting vehicles, tools and station facilities.
• Assist in documenting incidents and providing information for post incident reviews.
• Work with airport teams and external emergency agencies during emergency responses and joint exercises.

Skills

Calm under pressure

Team player

Good communication

Physical fitness

Education

NITEC

GCE O Level / N Level

Job description

Company description

Changi Airport Group (CAG) is the manager of Singapore Changi Airport, a leading air hub in Asia and one of the world's most awarded airports. As airport manager, CAG performs the key functions of airport operations, air hub development, retail and commercial activities, infrastructure development and airport emergency services. CAG also manages Seletar Airport, and through its subsidiary, Changi Airports International, it takes Changi's presence beyond Singapore's shores through consultancy projects and investments in foreign airports. Come join us today!

Job description

Airport Emergency Service is a specialised unit under Changi Airport Group, responsible for providing firefighting, rescue and emergency services at the airports in Singapore. As an Airport Emergency Officer, you will be trained to carry out rescue and fire fighting duties, operate specialised equipment, and maintain a high level of readiness. You play a key role in keeping the airport safe for passengers, staff and aviation partners.

To set you up for success in the role, you will undergo a 3-week BAFF Fitness Programme (BFP) designed to build your physical fitness and operational readiness. This is followed by a comprehensive 3-month Basic Airport Fire Fighter (BAFF) training programme, where you will gain internationally recognized firefighting skills and aircraft emergency response capabilities aligned with International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) standards.

Upon successful completion, you will be deployed to an airport fire station where you can put your skills into practice, gain valuable frontline operational experience, and broaden your exposure through opportunities to work across different airport fire stations and military airbases. This diverse experience will help accelerate your professional growth and build a strong foundation for a rewarding career in airport emergency services.

Job Scope & Tasks

• Respond to aircraft incidents, aerodrome fires, and emergency situations.
• Operate rescue and fire fighting vehicles, vessels and specialised fire fighting equipment.
• Participate in regular drills, physical training, and skills development to maintain operational readiness.
• Conduct routine checks on fire fighting vehicles, tools and station facilities.
• Assist in documenting incidents and providing information for post incident reviews.
• Work with airport teams and external emergency agencies during emergency responses and joint exercises.

Requirements

• At least NITEC, GCE ‘O' Level, or GCE ‘N' Level
• Strong interest in rescue or emergency response work.
• Able to stay calm and think clearly under pressure.
• Good communication skills.
• Self-disciplined, reliable and a strong team player.
• Physically and medically fit for emergency duties, with good eyesight and the ability to distinguish major colours (job related requirement for emergency response).
• Willing to perform shift duties, including nights and weekends.