Senior Airport Emergency Officer (May 2026 Intake)

Changi Airport Group (Singapore) Pte. Ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading airport management company in Singapore is seeking a Senior Airport Emergency Officer responsible for leading a team in firefighting and rescue operations during emergencies. This role requires strong leadership and interpersonal skills, along with a degree from a good university. Candidates will receive comprehensive training to prepare them for their responsibilities, ensuring they are equipped to handle critical situations effectively. A physically demanding environment requires resilience and determination.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Physical fitness and resilience are crucial for rescue tasks.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a group of firefighters during emergencies.
• Oversee command and control operations at incident sites.
• Coordinate responses with multiple agencies during crises.

Skills

Leadership skills

Interpersonal skills

Rescue work interest

Education

Degree in any discipline from a good university

Job description

Your Mission

As a Senior Airport Emergency Officer, saving lives and minimizing property losses are your core mission. Equipped with in-depth aviation firefighting skills, you are an indispensable member of a specialized team required to perform rescue and firefighting operations during an emergency.

Your role involves leading and managing a group of firefighters, overseeing command and control operations at aircraft incident/accident sites, and coordinating the collaborative response of multiple agencies during crises. During peacetime, you are entrusted with guiding your unit's direction and prioritizing the development and training of your personnel.

• To prepare you for these responsibilities, we will provide you with a comprehensive 3-month Basic Airport Fire Fighter training. This training will cover the fundamental principles of firefighting and the necessary techniques to handle aircraft incidents or accidents in compliance with the standards set by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO).
• Following that, you will undergo a 1-month Airport Fire Officer course which will enhance leadership skills for small team tactics.
• Finally, you will participate in a 1-month Senior Airport Fire Officer course, which will focus on developing your leadership skills in incident management.
• Upon completing your training, you will be assigned to an airport fire station, where you will put your technical expertise to the test and gain valuable operational experience. As part of your job rotation, you may also be posted to other airport fire stations or military airbases, providing you with a diverse range of experiences and challenges.

Got what it takes?

We welcome any individuals who:

• Exhibits interest and passion about rescue work
• Capable of handling the physically demanding nature of rescue work
• Displays a determined and resilient mindset, never giving up in the face of challenges.
• Possess strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Possess a degree in any discipline from a good university.