Fire Fighter.Fire & Security

About the Role
As a firefighter, you will be vital in responding to fire alarms and emergency calls to protect lives, property, and the environment. You will operate firefighting tools and equipment safely and effectively while providing appropriate medical care in emergency situations and analyzing hazardous conditions. Your role requires a comprehensive understanding of local topography and the ability to conduct gas tests and firefighting training for plant employees. You will also conduct inspections for confined space entries and mobilize rescue equipment during both routine maintenance and emergency situations.

Key Accountabilities

• Respond to fire alarms and emergency calls to protect lives, property, and the environment.
• Operate tools and equipment used for firefighting safely and effectively.
• Provide appropriate medical care within your scope of knowledge in emergency situations.
• Analyze hazardous situations and develop quick solutions and actions.
• Inspect scenes of fires or accidents to determine causes or discover significant findings.
• Participate in specialist stand-by duties using firefighting gear, breathing apparatus, and rope rescue equipment during plant routine maintenance and emergencies.
• Mobilize rope rescue equipment on-site for stand-by duties involving high-risk elevated activities and confined space entries.
• Conduct plant site inspections for confined space entry and prepare rescue plans.
• Maintain a comprehensive knowledge of local topography.
• Conduct gas tests inside the plant premises.
• Provide basic firefighting training for plant employees.
• Perform daily routine inspections of foam trailers and maintain inspection records.
• Handle different types of stretchers for emergency use.
• Write accurate reports following incidents and submit them to Senior Firefighter.
• Clean and maintain personal equipment, ensuring it is ready for use.
• Participate in fire drills to remain alert and up-to-date with job duties.
• Ensure the operation of firefighting equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements, following manufacturer’s instructions, and troubleshooting any malfunctions.
• Evaluate new firefighting equipment and techniques.
• Adhere to safety, quality, and environmental management policies to ensure a healthy and safe work environment.
• Perform other related duties or assignments as directed by the supervisor/line manager.

Qualifications, Experience, & Skills
Minimum Qualifications:

• Secondary School Certification from a recognized professional institute.
• Minimum of 3 to 6 months firefighting training from a recognized professional institute.
• First Aid certification or NEBOSH certificate preferred.

Minimum Experience:

• 3-5 years of experience in the integrated steel plant, oil and gas industry, or petrochemical sector.

Job-Specific Skills (Generic / Technical):

• Understanding of basic hazardous material response procedures.
• Extensive knowledge in firefighting with demonstrated experience in managing emergency situations and drafting reports.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with employees and management personnel across all levels, including multinational staff.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment with minimal supervision.
• Capacity to think clearly and calmly under stress.
• Strong relationship-building skills in a multicultural work environment.
• Effective verbal and written communication and presentation skills.
• Proficient decision-making and problem-solving skills.
• Good understanding of local and GCC culture and work environment.