SCDF Fire and Rescue Specialist (Direct-Entry Sergeant)

Singapore Civil Defence Force; Singapore; On-site; SGD 33,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary range

Annual increment

Performance bonus

Vacation leave 14-18 days

Medical subsidies

Employee welfare benefits

Learning & Development subsidy

Fire Safety Manager Certification

EMT Certification

Driving Licences

Job summary

Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) is seeking a Fire and Rescue Specialist (FRS) with EMT training. You will lead in fire prevention, response, and investigation, and have opportunities to specialise further. Advancement may include higher appointments and direct promotion paths.

You'll join a stable, full-time team with an attractive package, including a $30,000 sign-on bonus (subject to eligibility) and a range of perks and learning opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum academic qualifications listed: GCE A-Level or diploma/IB/ Higher NITEC.
• NS obligations must be medically PES B1 or above.
• IPPT pass is required.
• Pre-enlistees: 5-year Minimum Term of Engagement (MTE) bond.

Responsibilities

• Lead fire prevention, response, and investigation as part of the Fire and Rescue Specialist role.
• Acquire EMT skills and progress through specialisation opportunities.
• Progress to higher appointments with potential for accelerated advancement.
• Join SCDF and receive a competitive remuneration package.

Education

GCE A-Level

Higher NITEC

Diploma (Polytechnic)

IB

NUS High School

NAFA

LASELLE

ITE (except Culinary Arts)

Job description

What The Role Is

SCDF – THE LIFE-SAVING FORCE

We are an elite team of emergency response professionals from the Fire and Rescue Service (FRS) and Emergency Medical Service (EMS), dedicated to saving lives and protecting property. Join our family as we strive to safeguard and make a difference in the lives of our citizens, both in peacetime and during emergencies.

What You Will Be Working On

Be the source of courage and compassion. As a Fire and Rescue Specialist (FRS) with the SCDF, you'll be trained to become a motivated leader skilled in fire prevention, response, and investigation, as well as emergency rescue. You'll also be equipped with Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) skills. After foundational postings, exciting opportunities for further specialisation (e.g. Disaster Assistance Response Team, Hazardous Material Specialist, Marine Specialist) and skills upgrades across a myriad of career pathways await you.

As you progress in your career, you can expect to take up higher appointments such as Fire Station Deputy ROTA Commander or Fire & Rescue Instructor. Good performing FRS can look forward to accelerated advancement opportunities, with the potential for direct promotion to the rank of lieutenant and beyond.

Upon joining SCDF, you will secure stable full-time employment with an attractive remuneration package. Candidates can earn between $2,940 - $4,370, inclusive of monthly frontline allowances.

As a successful applicant, you will receive a $30,000 sign-on bonus (subject to eligibility) upon emplacement. You will also stand to receive benefits from a range of perks and privileges, including:

• Competitive salary range, inclusive of frontline / shift allowance
• Annual increment
• Performance bonus
• 14 to 18 days’ vacation leave (inclusive of other leave types)
• Medical and Dental Subsidies
• Employee welfare benefits
• Learning and Development subsidy
• Strategic Payment Scheme
• Invest Retirement Package
• MHA Group insurance
• Obtain a Fire Safety Manager Certification
• Obtain an Emergency Medical Technician Certification
• Obtain Class 3, 4 and/or 5 Driving Licenses

What We Are Looking For

• Minimum GCE A-Level, Higher NITEC, Diploma from Polytechnic, IB, NUS High School, NAFA, LASELLE, ITE (except Culinary Arts)
• Applicants with NS obligations must be medically classified as PES B1 or above
• Minimum pass standard for IPPT
• For Pre-enlistees, there will be a 5-year Minimum Term of Engagement (MTE) bond in lieu of the National Service’s obligation.

For more information, please visit the following: SCDF Corporate Website (Career Pathway and Renumeration) - https://www.scdf.gov.sg