About this role
The Firefighter will be a key member of the Operations Support – PC department, tasked with responding swiftly to emergency calls of any nature across Abu Dhabi Ports facilities. Working under the direction of the Officer in Charge, you will execute fire suppression, rescue, and safety duties while maintaining equipment and ensuring compliance with all safety regulations. This role demands physical fitness, teamwork, and a commitment to protecting personnel, assets, and the environment.
Educational and Technical Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in F ire Safety, Engineering, Science, HSE, or a related field. Master's degree is a plus.
- Firefighter Level II (at least 120 hours beyond Firefighter Level I) course including knowledge on fire, fire suppression and suppression systems, fire behavior, fire chemistry, fire rescue, firefighting equipment, fire appliance, safety, survival and hazmat operations, in accordance with NFPA 1081 (fulfilment of NFPA 1001 requirements shall be additionally beneficial)
- Certified Emergency Vehicle Operations (CEVO) – at least 16 hours in accordance with NFPA 1451 and 1002
- Hazmat operation level course (at least 24 hours) in accordance with NFPA 472, OSHA 29 CFR 1910.120, or EPA 40 CFR Part 311
- First responder course (OPRC Level 1 – at least 40 hours) in accordance with IMO
- Driving license issued in UAE
Language Skills:
- Excellent English. Arabic is an added advantage
Years of Experience:
- A minimum of 0-1 years of experience in a similar role
Nature of Experience:
- Attend fire in buildings.
- Attend Road Traffic Accidents
- Able to perform basic first aid.
- Understand basic Hazardous Material response procedures.
- Line rescue and confined space would be an advantage
SECTION IV: KEY INTERACTIONS
Key Internal Contacts:
Purpose of Interaction:
- Port stakeholders
- Provide fire safety advice, participate in exercises and drills and assist wherever required.
Key External Contacts:
Purpose of Interaction:
- Abu Dhabi Civil Defense
- ADCD provide support to Abu Dhabi Ports for large scale incidents
Technical Competencies required for the role
- Resource Management of Emergency Situations
- Preventative Maintenance Techniques and Methodology (PM)
- Fire Detection and Control
- Hazardous Substance Management
- Risk Management