Fire Fighter 1.Int And Rescue (Safety / Security / Environment And Quality - Seq)(P55001)

Airports Company South Africa; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading airport management company in Cape Town is looking for a Fire Fighter to ensure readiness of emergency equipment and respond to incidents. Candidates must have essential certifications including Fire Fighter 1 and First Aid Level 3, along with strong communication and problem-solving skills. The role involves maintaining relationships for achieving organizational goals and adhering to safety regulations. A team-oriented approach and physical fitness are essential. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid Senior Certificate (Matric).
• Fire Fighter 1 certification is essential.
• Hazmat Awareness certification is essential.
• First Aid Level 3 certification is essential.
• Basic proficiency in MS Office is required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain operational readiness of fire fighting and rescue equipment.
• Conduct routine inspections and maintenance.
• Respond to all relevant incidents and accidents.
• Conduct emergency standbys to prevent incidents.
• Engage in educational fire and safety awareness programs.

Skills

Fire Fighter

Hazmat Awareness

First Aid Level 3

MS Office

Communication

Conflict Management

Problem Solving

Physical Fitness

Education

Senior Certificate (Matric)

Job description

Job DescriptionKey Performance OutputThe successful candidate will be reporting to the Supervisor : Fire and Rescue, and will be responsible for but not limited to the following : Maintain operational readiness of resources including vehicle, equipment and infrastructure to comply with Airport category.
Operate Fire Fighting and Rescue Equipment and ToolsEnsure understanding of vehicle and / or equipment and limitations to ensure utilisation within design parameters.
Conduct routine inspections, maintenance and reporting of defects when required and follow up.
Adhere to relevant statutory / legislative regulations, SOP's, operational standards, ACSA policies and procedures, employee manual and Service Level Agreements / MOU to ensure business continuity.
Activate and respond to all relevant incidents and accidents within area of jurisdiction, scope of training and expertise.
Conduct emergency standbys to prevent incidents and accidents as requested.
Analyse, Monitor, identify, mitigate and report areas of non-compliance (HIRA).
Conduct Runway, Taxi-way and Apron inspections and patrols to reduce potential hazards, notify ATC and take remedial action if necessary.
Build, support and maintain healthy diverse internal (peers, unions, team) as well as external (service providers etc.) relationships and implement remedial actions where required to ensure achievement of organisational goals and enhance emergency response preparedness.
Record and capture information for billing purposes.

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Participate in educational Fire and Safety awareness programmes.aintain level of physical fitness as per ACSA policies and procedures.
Attend identified development programmes for succession planning purposes.
Attend mandatory Aviation training as per ACSA policies and procedures and legislative requirements.
Perform the same duties and functions in line with the requirements for an Aircraft Marshaller.
Respond to all medical emergencies within area of jurisdiction and scope of training.

Technical Skills And ExperienceThe following skills and experience or the equivalent of such will be required : Be in possession of a valid Senior Certificate (Matric)Fire Fighter 1 is essential.Hazmat Awareness is essential.BAA / First Aid Level 3 is essential.MS office – Basic.Code B; Motor vehicle licensepetenciesAction orientatedCommunicationAttention to DetailEthics and IntegrityConflict ManagementProblem SolvingInterpersonal RelationsPhysical FitnessApplication and EnquiriesShortlisted candidates will be required to provide proof of their qualifications, NQF level and credits, and must be eligible for Top Security Clearance within 3 months of appointmentPositions will be filled in line with Airports Company South Africa values and Employment Equity Policy and Plan.

Should you not hear from Airports Company South AfricaShould you not hear from us within 30 days of your application, consider your application unsuccessful.

About UsAirports Company of South Africa Limited (ACSA) is a majority (94.6%) state-owned South African airport management company.

Founded in

The company is headquartered at Aviation Park, Western Precinct Building, situated at O.R. Tambo International Airport in Kempton Park, Gauteng, South Africa.