SUMMARY:
The Fire and Rescue Officer reports to the Business Security & Rescue Manager. The Fire and Rescue Officer is required to respond to a wide variety of calls: as well as fires, assist with safe making of equipment for vessel entry, and hazardous chemical spills.
POSITION INFO:
Key performance area
General Duties.
Operating tools and equipment used for firefighting safely and effectively
Inspecting and maintaining equipment between uses
Inspecting building for fire safety and enforcing safety standards
Ensure that required equipment is stored, transported and cared for so that they are always in good working order.
Respond to fire and rescue incidents and operate in a team framework.
Comply to confined space entry procedure by conducting gas tests before vessel entry and continuously thereafter.
Provide appropriate medical care within the scope of knowledge in emergency situations
Ensure continuous improvement of unit’s efficiency and achievement of company objectives.
Analyze hazardous situations while establishing quick solutions and actions
Perform general maintenance on firefighting equipment
Maintain a clean environment in the fire department facilities
Compliance to fire codes requirements
Inspect fire detection equipment, alarm and all system and keep them in working order.
Responsible for ensuring quick and efficient medical response at all times
Perform regular fire safety inspections of all facilities, ensuring that they meet all necessary codes and regulations.
Maintain all fire safety equipment on site, such as fire extinguishers and other fire-suppression equipment.
Report and escalate any non-compliances to NCP policies, procedures and systems relating to operations that could adversely affect NCP to relevant line manager
Fire and Gas Emission Response
Respond to fire emergencies and gas emissions and taking appropriate responsive actions.
Ensure proper functioning of fire hydrants and maintain availability of emergency water supplies.
Be familiar and adhere to laws and policies and remain up to date on all municipal and national codes and regulations.
Comply with basic scene safety checks and the associated basic risk assessments, working with other Fire and Rescue Officer.
Emergency Response
Respond to emergency, perform patient stabilization before transporting patient to on-site medical center or hospital. It is required that the Fire Officer be on site in 15 minutes.
Ensure that an adequate degree of monitoring and treatment is maintained and prolonged until the patient is transferred to a medical center or hospital, while remaining within the scope of this role''s training and competency.
Observe patient vital signs using skills and equipment relevant to scope of practice as directed and reporting any changes to the other emergency services staff.
Comply with basic scene safety checks and the associated basic risk assessments, working with other Fire and Rescue Officer.
Properly kit out and clean the ambulance (paying attention to infection prevention and control) after every call.
Contact the emergency control center to request extra support when needed.
Supporting the delivery of first aid and minor emergency treatments.
Perform resuscitation efforts on employees during an emergency.
Safely transport injured employees while providing on-going treatment and monitoring enroute to hospital.
Record patient information and treatment administered before handing over patient at hospital.
Maintain confidentiality in relation to personal data held for the injured employee, ensure data is processed lawfully; for no purpose other than for which it was obtained; is relevant to that purpose; is retained for no longer than is necessary; is processed in accordance with the rights of the subject to access and accuracy; and is protected from accidental loss or damage in accordance with the requirements of the POPI Act.
Awareness and Training
Responsible for providing firefighting training to all employees.
Promote fire safety through training sessions
Perform practice drills
Related SHERQ responsibilities
Knowledge/Skills/Competencies
C1 category driving license or higher (EC-1, C or EC)
Risks Assessment
Relevant legislation and regulations (e.g. OHS Act and regulations)
Local municipality by laws
All relevant SANS- Standards (firefighting and emergency response related)
Fire prevention, education or inspection experience
Relevant NFPA codes and regulations
Basic life support skills.
Specialized driving skills.
The ability to remain calm under pressure.
A flexible approach to manage a changing workload.
Emotional resilience and physical stamina (good level of physical fitness)
Good spoken and written communication skills.
An understanding of patient confidentiality.
Integrity
Professionalism
Good listening skills and observation.
Public image-conscious
Attention to Detail
Good decision making skills.
The ability to drive under emergency conditions.
An understanding of patient confidentiality.
Leadership skill
Experience
Minimum 5 years relevant experience in paramedic and firefighting.
At least 3 years’ experience in a Chemical Manufacturing environment
Qualifications:
Grade 12
Diploma: Fire Technology (advantageous)
Ambulance Emergency Assistance Registered with HPSCA
Intermediate Life Support (ILS)
Certificate in Fire Technology
Fire Fighter 1 and 2
Hazmat Awareness and Operational
Rope Rescue 1 or High Angle 1
Confined Space Rescue
Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus
Pump Driver/ operator
Reporting structure:
This position reports to the Business Security & Rescue Manager.
Personal Circumstances:
Must be able to obtain a satisfactory medical report from the companies’ medical centre.
May be required to be on Standby.
Other requirements:
Please ensure:
That the application form is fully completed and attached with your CV.
That the reference number and/or position name of this advertisement is quoted on your application form.
That recently certified copies of all qualifications referred to on your application form and cv, are submitted.
External Applicants:
Please attach a copy of your most recent payslip. We regret we cannot consider any applications received without this information.
Failure to comply with the above requirements will result in your application being disqualified.
Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply, should the applicant be successful the incumbent will be reasonably accommodated depending on the inherent requirements of the job.
All applicants are thanked in advance for showing interest however correspondences will only be entered into with the shortlisted candidates.
Closing date: 21 October 2024
CV’s to be sent to:
Recruitment for this position will be conducted with the intention progressing our Employment Equity policy, targets, and objectives. The Company reserves the right not to fill this position.
