Junior Fire Fighter _MN3822/24 needed at Midvaal Local Municipality

REQUIREMENTS

•  Grade 12. Basic Fire Fighting course including grass fire fighting.
• Any other qualifications (i.e. Hazmat, Fire Fighter 1 & 2 and First Aid Certificate) will be an added advantage.
• Basic ambulance assistant course will be an added advantage. Valid code 10 driver’s licence with PDP. Computer Literate (MSWord, Excel & PowerPoint). Experience or knowledge regarding fire and rescue will be an added advantage. Physically fit and able to perform duties associated with the position. Must be able to swim.
• Should not have any phobias e.g. claustrophobia, acrophobia etc.
• Excellent interpersonal & communication skills.

Skills and competencies associated with vocation:

• adaptability, analytical thinking, empowerment, communication, leadership skills, presentation skills, conflict and stress management skills, negotiation skills, problem solving, office/diary management, strong administrative skills, writing & typing skills. Excellent report writing skills. A professional, hardworking, highly motivated, and selfdisciplined person with good organisational, interpersonal skills with the ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
• 2 – 3 years’ relevant experience related to Fire fighting.

DUTIES

• Provide a comprehensive firefighting and rescue service to the community.
• Testing and maintenance of equipment.
• Checking if all equipment on vehicles is cleaned and in working condition.
• Compiling all relevant documentation for standard test.
• Completing check list and handing them to the Sub Officer. Fire Fighting and rescue work: Responding to emergency calls.
• Execute all duties and safety orders given by station officer or sub officer. Administrative duties. Successful candidate will be expected to participate in training sessions to ensure that basic skills are continuously developed and maintained.
• The successful candidate will be required to work shifts. Perform any other related Ad Hoc tasks and duties as requested or required by management from time to time.