Senior Fire Safety Officer needed at Nelson Mandela Bay Metro

Qualifications and experience required:

• A relevant tertiary qualification. Preferably a (Diploma in Fire Technology).
• Up to four years’ experience in a professional Fire Services.
• Must be registered as a Peace Officer.
• Valid Code EC Driver’s License with PrPD (Professional Driving Permit).

Key attributes and competencies:

• Must have a good understanding of Occupational Health and Safety Legislation.
• Must be able to work under pressure and meet critical / conflicting deadlines.
• Incumbent must be physically fit and able bodied.
• Must have good presentation, report writing and supervisory skills.
• Will be required to be on standby for work.
• Must be computer literate in MS Office Applications

Job purpose:

• Co-ordinates and supervises the procedures and operations associated with a Fire Safety Divisional District, through the implementation of laid down policies, plans, standards, and operating practices to create awareness and enforce compliance with Fire Safety legislation and provide advice on preventative measures to the public and professionals involved with major and minor development proposals in the built environment.
• As part of the selection process, candidates may be tested on any requirement, skill or competency, which will include pre-employment screening, medical examination, security vetting and psychometric assessment.
• Fringe benefits will include membership of a Retirement Fund, Medical Aid Scheme, Group Life Assurance Scheme, participation in a Housing Subsidy and Car Schemes (subject to the conditions of the various Schemes), and normal leave and sick leave benefits.

SUBMISSION OF APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

• Kindly note that all applications for employment and supporting documentation in respect of the advertised vacancy should be submitted online on the municipal website at www.nelsonmandelabay.gov.za (go to ‘Vacancies’ to find the documentation for details for submitting online applications). It is advisable to submit applications online in good time to allow time for attending to queries that may arise when submitting applications.