About the Role
We are seeking expressions of interest from Senior Firefighters who can provide 24/7 Rescue & Firefighting Services (RFFS). This includes the provision of ARFF (Airport Rescue and Firefighting) services to designated airfields, compliant with the specified International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) Category, including civilian and military aircraft. Additionally, the role involves providing SRFF (Structural Rescue and Firefighting) services in response to various incidents such as fire emergencies, storms, gas leaks, burst water mains, motor vehicle accidents, and hazardous materials incidents, including de-contamination tasks.
This role is part of our Fire & Rescue team at Al Minhad Airbase in Dubai, UAE.
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Key Accountabilities
Firefighter
- Responds to aviation fire emergencies (ARFF) to prevent or extinguish fires and rescue aircraft crew and passengers using specialist equipment.
- Responds to structural fires (SRFF) in base office/accommodation buildings, welfare facilities, fuel farms, and other areas of the airbase.
- Wears all provided Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as protective clothing, self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA), and chemical protection.
- Applies appropriate firefighting techniques to manage incidents, including fuel spills, ensuring operational safety.
- Conducts rescue operations to safely remove trapped or injured persons from aircraft, vehicles, and buildings, using specialist equipment.
- Assists in casualty care and relocation under the guidance of medical services.
- Operates firefighting and foam-making equipment to suppress fire.
- Regularly checks all mechanical, hydraulic, and powered tools for correct operation and serviceability.
- Maintains serviceability of personal protective equipment and clothing in a state of operational readiness.
- Performs daily station duties to uphold a clean and safe working environment.
- Carries out other duties as required by line management.
Driver
- Responds to ARFF/SRFF emergencies as a fire vehicle driver operator, responsible for vehicle movements and operations.
- Conducts daily operational checks of vehicles and equipment including engines, pumps, and hydraulic systems.
- Maintains vehicle fuel, oil, water, and air pressures at correct levels and takes corrective actions as necessary.
- Replenishes vehicle water and agent/media tanks to ensure operational readiness.
- Ensures that vehicles are always clean, serviceable, and operational.
- Reports on vehicle and equipment status to the Crew Manager.
- Conducts SCBA cylinder recharging, cleaning, and basic maintenance.
Control Room Operator
- Manages the control room in the fire station and dispatches fire vehicle/equipment resources as required.
- Monitors incoming alarms and communications related to fire and emergencies.
- Conducts periodic tests of the airfield crash alarm and fire alarm systems to ensure operational reliability.
- Checks the public address systems performance and the automatic operation of fire station bay doors.
- Reviews operational status of the radio network for communication with Security personnel.
- Completes the RFFS operational logbook and incident log, providing data for reports and handling control room tasks as needed.
- Performs other duties as required by line management.
Specific Requirements
Essential Technical and Professional Skills
- 2 to 5 years of experience in fire/rescue services, including 2 years as a firefighter at an ICAO Category Five airfield or above.
- Military firefighting experience is desirable.
- Certification as ‘Medically Fit’ for the role.
- Must be from a FVEY nation and hold an applicable passport.
- Qualified Crew Manager or preferably a qualified Watch Manager.
- Proficiency in English (oral/written) is essential; knowledge of Arabic is desirable.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and computer-based dispatch/control systems is desirable.
- Valid heavy vehicle operator license in country of origin and ability to obtain equivalent in the UAE is essential.
Qualifications
- 10 years of formal education.
- Fire and rescue qualifications must meet or exceed the following:
- ICAO Firefighter - NFPA 1001 Firefighter I/II
- NFPA 1002 Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator
- NFPA 1003 Airport Firefighter
- NFPA 1061 Public Safety Telecommunicator I/II
- NFPA 472/1072 HAZMAT First Responder Technician Level
- First Aid/Basic Life Support Certification (Essential)
- SCBA Maintenance Technician (Desirable)
Benefits
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