Job Description:

About the Job

The Chief Fire Officer & Rescue Services position is permanent and pensionable within Job Group ‘M’. This role involves coordinating with other emergency services, ensuring adequate resources are available, and championing fire prevention and safety programs.

Responsibilities

Coordinate with other emergency services and agencies (police, medical, etc.) to ensure a cohesive response.
Ensure that adequate resources (personnel, equipment, vehicles) are always available and ready for deployment.
Champion fire prevention and safety programs to reduce risks and protect communities.
Engage in public outreach and education initiatives to raise awareness about fire safety and emergency preparedness.
Ensure fire codes and safety regulations are implemented and followed across the community.
Promote community-based fire safety and disaster prevention programs.
Oversee the risk assessment processes for fire and rescue services to identify potential hazards.
Review incident reports and after-action reviews to ensure continuous improvement and the application of lessons learned.
Address any issues of non-compliance or operational inefficiency promptly.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in fire science, fire engineering, public administration, Disaster Management, Emergency Management, Occupational Health, and safety disciplines, or its recognized equivalent qualification from a recognized institute.
Certificate in Fire Engineering, Incident Command Systems course, and Fire prevention.
Served satisfactorily as Fire Officer 1 and above for at least two (2) years.
Shown merit and ability in work performance and results.