Fire Fighters at Nkangala District Municipality

REFERENCE NUMBER: NDM/CS 13 /07/2024

REQUIREMENTS

• Grade 12, Certificate in Fire Fighter 1 and 2 and BAA certificate or First Aid Level III with valid HPCSA registration, Hazmat Operations and Hazmat awareness and Code EC driver’s license with PrDP ( Professional driving permit )
• Medical fitness test

EXPERIENCE

• Three (3) years relevant experience in firefighting.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Quick response to emergency calls and requests for rescue services including rescue for trapped people and animals;
• Adhere to health and safety requirements as prescribed by OHSA;
• Quick response to community and national disasters and unforeseen incidences in line with Fire and Rescue Services;
• Clear accident/incident sites;
• Inspect and maintain fire and rescue services fleet including fire engines and equipment;
• Assist with regular testing of fire hydrants and emergency water supplies; undertake drills;
• physical training on techniques and use of equipment as well as self-development to improve and maintain effective personal performance.

COMPETENCY

• RESCUE OPERAIONS- Ability to perform rescue and extrication
• SPECIAL OPERATIONS (HAZMAT, URBAN SERACH AND RESCUE) – ability to perform special operations
• FIRE SAFETY AND PREVENTION – Ability to identify fire risks and prevention measures (related to firefighting operational personnel)