Fire Services Engineer

About the role

The Fire Services Engineer is responsible for administering fire stations, ensuring the operability of fire safety equipment and vehicles, and managing fire safety incidents in accordance with established policies and procedures.

Key responsibilities

• Implement and follow fire safety policies, processes, SOPs, and maintenance programs.
• Investigate fire incidents, conduct root‑cause analysis, and develop corrective action plans.
• Assist with plant‑level fire safety audits and implement gap‑closing measures.
• Maintain and update Risk Assessment sheets to ensure adequate fire prevention.
• Organise and conduct daily fire drills and fire awareness training for staff.
• Provide immediate emergency response, command and control, and resource mobilisation.
• Ensure availability and reliability of firefighting equipment, vehicles, and communication systems.
• Maintain log books, occurrence books, and shift documentation for compliance.

Required profile

• Bachelor of Engineering in Fire or related discipline, or a Diploma Engineer/B.Sc. with Station Officer or Sub‑Officer course.
• Relevant fire safety certifications (e.g., Station Officer Course, Sub‑Officer Course).

Required skills

• Proficiency with Fire Safety Management applications.
• Experience operating various firefighting equipment and consumables.
• Good understanding of SAP systems for resource management.