MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Grade 12 or higher
• Code C1 Driver’s License
• Relevant Firefighter Certificate
• Pump Operator / Aerial Appliance qualification
• Higher Certificate in fire technology (fire services)
• Fire Prevention course
• Firefighter I course – IFSAC Accredited
• Firefighter II course – IFSAC Accredited
• Fire Service Instructor 1 – IFSAC Accredited
• High Angle Rescue 1
• First Aid Level 3
• Fire Investigation
• Hazmat Awareness – IFSAC Accredited
• Hazmat Operational / Fire & Rescue – IFSAC Accredited
• Physically and Mentally Fit
• Medical Test NFPA 1582
• No criminal record
• 4 years operational experience of which 2 years must be at Firefighter 2 level

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Reasonable level of fitness with no extreme cardiac or respiratory anomalies.
• Ability to perform strenuous duty for prolonged periods in extreme weather conditions and firefighting situations.
• Physical strength, endurance and agility to adequately demonstrate and instruct fire fighters in equipment using and firefighting techniques.
• Need to pass all required medical test prior to being employed.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:

• Respond to emergencies and perform the fire suppression, rescue and demand control and property preservation with limited supervision from Platoon Officer through Departmental Standard Operating Procedures and established protocols and directives.
• Bring emergency situations under control in accordance with legislative requirements (Occupational Safety and Health Administration, Fire Brigade Services Act 99/87, South African National Standard 10090/93).
• Ensure immediate and safe use of vehicle and equipment during emergency situations.
• Ensure that the skills and knowledge obtained by demonstrations by subordinate personnel contribute to efficiency and effectiveness.
• Ensure proper record keeping and flow of communication.
• Ensure response readiness at all times.