Airport Fire & Rescue Expert — Consultant

International Civil Aviation Organization; United States; On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

International Civil Aviation Organization is seeking an expert in Roster-Rescue and Fire Fighting for consultancy. The role oversees airport firefighting operations, leadership of shift teams, and ensuring readiness of vehicles and equipment for incoming incidents.

Qualified candidates will have extensive experience in airport fire services, familiar with ICAO standards, and capable of training personnel while coordinating with multiple agencies.

Qualifications

• Ten years’ experience as airport fireman, including five years as shift leader or supervisor.
• Experience in on-the-job training of firemen and in conduct of exercises.
• Familiar with airport fire and rescue vehicle maintenance and upkeep, as well as with their supply of extinguishing agents and supplies.
• Familiar with ICAO Annex 14 requirements on fire and rescue.

Responsibilities

• Act as an airport rescue and firefighting shift leader.
• Ensure that vehicles are well maintained and adequately supplied for emergencies.
• Ensure firefighting personnel are kept fit, well trained and equipped to respond promptly to emergencies.
• Maintain procedures and instructions; keep airports under constant watch and coordinate with authorities.
• Provide on-the-job training to counterparts.
• Performs other related duties, as assigned.

Skills

English proficiency

French knowledge

Education

Professional qualification in Aerodrome Rescue and Fire Fighting

Job description

International Civil Aviation Organization is seeking an expert in Roster-Rescue and Fire Fighting for consultancy. The role oversees airport firefighting operations, leadership of shift teams, and ensuring readiness of vehicles and equipment for incoming incidents.

Qualified candidates will have extensive experience in airport fire services, familiar with ICAO standards, and capable of training personnel while coordinating with multiple agencies.