Overview
Firefighter Jobs in Paarl, South Africa at Fidelity Services Group
Job Title:
Firefighter – Paarl
Job Location:
Western Cape, Paarl
Deadline:
April 07, 2025
Key Areas of Responsibility:
Responding to fires, rescues, and related emergency and non-emergency humanitarian incidents
Responding to incidents involving hazardous substances
Extricating and/or releasing casualties and carrying out emergency operations as directed by the level of authority
Resuscitating and treating injured persons and carrying out emergency operations as directed by next level authority
Operating a range of equipment to control, manage, and extinguish fires
Undertaking fire protection duties in situations that potentially threaten lives or property
Preparing for emergency incidents and protection duties under the guidance of seniors and officers in charge
Participating in training drills, simulation exercises, and physical fitness training as directed
Training all relevant employees on the theory and practice necessary to fight fires
Advising on preventative and corrective actions
Implementing relevant procedures and strategies for the protection of data, people, institutions, and property
Performing basic maintenance on equipment to ensure operational readiness
Checking, cleaning, testing, and maintaining vehicles and equipment
Completing computerized occurrence logs to maintain proper records
Conducting health and safety inspections to maintain a safe work environment
Completing pro forma documentation
Participating in Departmental Health and Safety Committee meetings
Driving and operating a range of heavy and extra heavy specialized vehicles/appliances to or at emergency incidents
Operating machinery to gain access to buildings and/or extricate victims and equipment
Ensuring fire apparatus and associated emergency equipment can be safely operated
Assisting with fire and safety training, inspections, and drills
Ensuring compliance with Occupational Health and Safety Act
Completing all shift-related administrative routines to ensure efficiency
Undertaking supervisory and line functional personnel-related functions
Qualifications, Experience, and Other Competencies
Required:
Grade 12 as a minimum school qualification
IFSAC Accredited
NFPA 1001 Firefighter 2 certification
Firefighter II Certification
Firefighting training and at least 2 – 3 years related experience
Valid code C1 driver’s license with PrDP
Advanced driving experience advantageous
Medically and physically fit
Good understanding of fire prevention procedures
Knowledge of fire-fighting systems
Clear criminal record
Capability to react efficiently to emergency situations
Administration, interpersonal communication, and customer liaison skills
Hazmat experience and knowledge essential
EMT certification
First Aid levels 1 to 3
Seniority Level:
Entry level
Employment Type:
Full-time
Job Function:
Other, Information Technology, and Management
Industries:
Security and Investigations
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Title: Firefighter
Company: Fidelity Services Group
Location: Paarl, South Africa
Category: Healthcare (Emergency Crisis Mgmt/ Disaster Relief)
