Fire Officer

**Fire Officer**

**Rheinmetall Denel Munition (RF) (Pty) Ltd in Potchefstroom**
- Rheinmetall
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- **Fire Officer**
- Ref.Nr.:

- **ZA00291**
- Schedule type:

- **Full Time**
- Contract Type:

- **Full Time**

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
- Execution of the service and maintenance program on portable firefighting equipment to make sure that all equipment is in good working condition and legally compliant.
- Conduct fire prevention inspections in the factory to make sure that we comply to: SANS 10400, 10087, 10089 and 10090.
- Prepare, lead, manage and train personnel for emergency response calls e.g. firefighting, first aid, injuries, explosions and chemical spills.
- Partake in the review of work instructions to ensure that personnel work safely at all times.
- Partake in fire incident investigations and ensure execution of corrective & preventative measures.
- Do standbys when the need arise to minimise the risk when there is an incident or high risk activity being undertaken (e.g. hot works).
- Emergency Response planning & testing.
- Prepare and execute fire breaks at the relevant RDM sites to safeguard the sites from wildfires.
- Plant firefighting training to all operational staff.
- Performance Management for all staff.

WHAT QUALIFICATIONS YOU SHOULD HAVE
- Minimum Grade 12 or NQF4 equivalent qualification.
- National Senior Certificate in Fire Technology, or Diploma in Fire Technology through SAESI, or Diploma through IFE.
- Minimum 2-3 years’ experience working in an industrial fire department(preferred).
- Hazmat Technician Certificate
- Fire instructor & assessor training or Train the Trainer
- First Aid Level 3
- Ability to function independently in highly pressurized and stressful environments.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Knowledge of Fire Safety Bylaws, Disaster Management Act, Fire Protection Regulations, Fire Brigade Services Act, SANS standards & codes of practice.
- Driving Licence, minimum code C1.
- Willing to work standby duties as well as planned / unplanned overtime as dictated by working circumstances.

WHAT WE OFFER YOU
- Market -related salary
- 13th Cheque
- Medical Aid
- Pension Fund
- Incentive Bonus
- Bursary Schemes