SCDF Fire and Rescue Officer (Direct-Entry Lieutenant)

Singapore Civil Defence Force

Singapore

On-site

SGD 64,962 - 78,086

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary range

Annual increments

Performance bonuses

14 to 18 days vacation leave

Medical and Dental Subsidies

Employee welfare benefits

Yearly learning and development subsidies

Strategic Payment Scheme

Invest Retirement Package

Group insurance

Fire Safety Manager Certification

Job summary

A public safety organization in Singapore seeks a Fire and Rescue Senior Officer. This role involves managing emergency incidents and developing policies to ensure safety. Candidates should have a degree, strong leadership abilities, and meet specific physical requirements. Successful applicants also enjoy competitive salaries, bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

Candidates must be male and PES B2 and above.
Must have a minimum 'Pass' for IPPT.

Responsibilities

Control challenging rescue incidents and battle threats.
Involved in policy development and implementation.

Skills

Strong leadership skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Degree in any discipline

Job description

Join the Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) - The Life-Saving Force

We are a team of elite emergency response professionals from the Fire and Rescue Service (FRS) and the Emergency Medical Service (EMS), that are dedicated to saving lives and protecting property. Join us to be part of a family that strives to safeguard and make a difference in the lives of our citizens, in both peacetime and emergency.

Lifesaving. It's Life Changing!

What the Role Is

Be the source of courage, command, and control. As a SCDF Fire and Rescue Senior Officer, you will be professionally trained to be in control of challenging rescue incidents, and battling fire, chemical, biological, and radiological threats with innovative and cutting-edge technology. You will be involved in policy development and implementation to keep Singapore a safe and emergency ready nation.

We believe in grooming our officers as leaders. Through our talent management programme, you will embark on diverse foundational postings before specializing in their unique career pathways.

Mentorships, varied job exposure, and opportunities to participate in overseas missions and international learning exchanges will help to nurture your strengths and prime you for real-life challenges.

Upon joining SCDF, you can look forward to securing stable full‑time employment with an enticing remuneration package. Candidates can stand to earn between $5,821 to $6,997, inclusive of monthly frontline allowances.

What we are looking for

To qualify for direct entry as a Lieutenant, you must meet the following requirements:

A Degree in any discipline
Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
Male applicants must be PES B2 and above
Minimum 'Pass' for IPPT

Sign On Bonus

As a successful applicant, you will receive a $15,000 sign‑on bonus (subject to eligibility) upon emplacement.

As valued members of SCDF, employees stand to benefit from a range of perks and privileges, including:

Competitive salary range, inclusive of frontline / shift allowance
Annual increments
Performance bonuses
14 to 18 days’ vacation leave (inclusive of other leave types)
Medical and Dental Subsidies
Employee welfare benefits
Yearly $700 learning and development subsidies to better support MHA’s officers’ professional and personal growth, health and well‑being.
Strategic Payment Scheme e.g. cash payouts of three months (Lieutenant and below) quantum upon reaching their 3, 6, 9, 12, 15, 20, and 25 years in service.
Invest Retirement Package - A contribution equivalent to 13.25% of your gross salary will be credited monthly into your retirement account
Group insurance
Obtain a Fire Safety Manager Certification