JOB PURPOSE:

To assist in the effective implementation of EGA Corporate Fire control/protection strategies, plans, policies and procedures within his assigned area of operations in order to ensure adherence with local legislation and applicable standards.

To maintain constant reporting of all activities and issues directly to the Senior Superintendent – Fire.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Policies, Processes  & Procedures

• Implements approved Departmental policies and procedures relating to the remit of ERT to ensure compliance and delivers an efficient service in a consistent manner within his assigned area of operations.

Day-to-Day Operations

• Implements the day-to-day operations assigned to ERT to ensure efficient emergency response and timely and accurate reporting of routine duties to ERT Management.

Investigation & Reporting

• Undertake investigations and reporting of incidents (where required, in conjunction with appropriate agencies) and make recommendations as a result of the outcome of such incidents.

Training

• Supervises the planning, organising and conducting of Fire Safety training courses for all employees within the organisation to promote Fire Safety awareness in order to reduce the frequency of fire related incidents.
• Supervises the planning, organising and conducting of necessary training courses for all ERT employees to ensure operational safety and efficiency.

Maintenance, Testing & Inspection

• Control and coordinate all maintenance and testing of Fire protection systems throughout the plant to ensure their operational readiness.
• Conducts routine evaluations of the workplace, as required advising on all aspects of Fire precautions to identify any areas of non-conformance with local regulatory requirements and internationally accepted standards and recommend solutions to ensure compliance.
• Be familiar with the local regulatory requirements and International Standards

Safety, Quality & Environment

• Ensure that ERT complies with all relevant safety, quality and environmental management policies, procedures and controls to ensure a healthy and safe work environment.

Related Assignments

• Performs other related duties or assignments as directed.

Authority/ Decision making:

Command and Control (Incidents)

• Undertakes supervisory level Command and Control at all incidents as required.
• Provides support to ERT Management at incidents.

Workplace management

• Supervise daily work routines and reporting mechanisms.
• Report significant issues to ERT Management.
• Supervise attendance, leave and sickness records as appropriate.

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS:

Minimum Qualifications:

• NFPA 1021 Fire officer 1, NFPA Fire instructor 1, NFPA 1001 Firefighter 1 and 2, HAZMAT Ops and Awareness 472. 
•  Preferably NFPA 1021 Fire officer 2 and a member of a recognized standards organization such IFE, IFSM or JOIFF

Minimum Experience:

• Over 5 years’ experience in a Government or Industrial Fire Department.
• Statement of Supervisory experience for the last three years.

Skills:

• Extensive experience in firefighting.
• Effective personal management skills.