SCDF Fire and Rescue Specialist (Direct-entry Sergeant)

Singapore Civil Defence Force; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A national emergency response unit in Singapore is seeking a Fire and Rescue Specialist. Successful candidates will receive extensive training in fire prevention and emergency response. This full-time position offers a competitive salary, a sign-on bonus of $30,000, and numerous benefits including annual leave and learning subsidies. Ideal candidates possess strong leadership qualities and relevant educational qualifications. Opportunities for career advancement are available.

Benefits

Competitive salary inclusive of allowances

Performance bonuses

14 to 18 days vacation leave

Medical and dental subsidies

Yearly learning subsidies

Group insurance

Fire Safety Manager Certification

Emergency Medical Technician Certification

Qualifications

• Candidates must have minimum educational qualifications.
• Male applicants must be PES B and above.
• Must pass the annual IPPT.

Responsibilities

• Be trained to be a motivated leader skilled in fire prevention and emergency rescue.
• Engage in various specialisation pathways after foundational postings.
• May take up higher appointments as the career progresses.

Skills

Leadership

Fire prevention

Emergency medical response

Courage and compassion

Education

GCE A-Level, Higher NITEC, Diploma from Polytechnic, IB, NUS High School, NAFA, LASALLE, ITE

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 and compassion. As a Fire and Rescue Specialist (FRS) with the SCDF, you will be trained to be a motivated leader skilled in fire prevention, fire response, fire investigation, emergency rescue and equipped with Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) skills. Opportunities for further specialisation (e.g. Disaster Assistance Response Team, Hazardous Material Specialist, Marine Specialist) and skills upgrade across a myriad of career pathways will also be available after foundational postings.

As you progress in your career, you can expect to take up higher appointments such as Fire Station Deputy ROTA Commander, Fire & Rescue Instructor, etc. Good performing FRS can also look forward to accelerated advancement opportunities, where they can be directly promoted to the rank of lieutenant and beyond.

Upon joining SCDF, you can look forward to securing stable full‑time employment with an enticing remuneration package. Candidates can stand to earn between $2,940 and $4,370, inclusive of monthly frontline allowances.

What We Are Looking For

• Minimum educational qualifications: GCE A-Level, Higher NITEC, Diploma from Polytechnic, IB, NUS High School, NAFA, LASALLE, ITE (excluding Culinary Arts)
• Male applicants must be PES B and above.
• Minimum pass standard for IPPT (conducted annually)
• For Pre-enlistees, there will be a 5‑year Minimum Term of Engagement (MTE) bond in lieu of the National Service’s obligation.

Sign On Bonus

As a successful applicant, you will receive a $30,000 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 7.75% of your gross salary will be credited monthly into your retirement account
• Group insurance
• Obtain a Fire Safety Manager Certification
• Obtain an Emergency Medical Technician Certification
• Obtain Class 3, 4 and/or 5 Driving Licenses

For more information, please visit the following links

SCDF Corporate Website (Career Pathway and Renumeration) - https://www.scdf.gov.sg

SCDF Career Microsite (Interactive Experience on Career Journey) - scdfcareers.sg