Fire Department Director

5 days ago


Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Linked4HR Human Resources Consultancies LLC Full time

Job Purpose:

As the Fire Chief, you will be responsible for delivering emergency response services, ensuring the safety of firefighters, and maintaining compliance with NFPA and ICAO international standards.

Key Accountabilities:

  • Develop, implement, and review strategic and tactical firefighting response plans, standards of coverage, and operating policies and guidelines.
  • Manage a team of senior fire officers, ensuring an effective and professional fire and rescue response service across various industrial risks and hazards.
  • Lead and manage fire station operations, striving for continuous improvement in response times, resource utilization, and overall service delivery.
  • Oversee the departmental budget, ensuring efficient allocation of resources and compliance with financial regulations.
  • Manage and retain a highly skilled and motivated workforce, fostering a positive work environment that promotes teamwork and professional development.
  • Approve professional firefighter training programs, including acquisition, maintenance of skills, training, career development, and specialist training.
  • Direct, oversee, and participate in the development of work plans, assignment of work activities, projects, and programs, and monitor workflow.
  • In conjunction with the program manager, prepare budgets related to assigned activities, oversee budget implementation, participate in forecasting additional funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies, and administer the approved budget.
  • Oversee work programs related to fleet activity, station and equipment maintenance, communications systems for operations and emergency response activities, and station assignments.
  • Oversee the maintenance of the firefighting vehicle fleet and equipment, ensuring the asset replacement program is verified and budgeted in conjunction with program management.
  • Manage and report on operational delivery of the Project, including the evaluation of SOPs, work instructions, and forms.
  • Participate in recruitment and selection activities, make recommendations for the appointment of new staff, approve programs for staff orientation and training.
  • Direct staff in all HR-related functions, contributing to the provision of an efficient and professional operational service, including timely performance evaluations, disciplinary procedures, staff professional development, and career advancement opportunities in accordance with approved Human Capital policies.
  • Oversee the development and implementation of comprehensive emergency response plans and procedures, ensuring effective response to fires, natural disasters, and other hazardous situations.
  • Monitor and actively work to enhance emergency response times, reduce injuries and deaths through the implementation of new and innovative fire prevention initiatives.
  • Advocate for fire safety legislation and policies that promote safety to protect customer assets (people, equipment, buildings, etc.).
  • Develop and implement programs to mitigate fire risks through inspections, code enforcement, and other measures deemed suitable.
  • Analyze data and trends to identify areas for improvement in fire prevention, suppression strategies, and resource allocation.

Experience:

  • Minimum of 15 years of progressively responsible experience in the fire service with a proven track record of leadership success.
  • Must be an existing or former Fire Chief.

Education:

  • Bachelor's degree in Fire Science, Administration, Emergency Management, or a closely related field.
  • Certifications in Fire Incident Command, Fire Inspector, or equivalent.
  • Proficient in fire codes, standards, and regulations (NFPA, ICAO).

Key Skills:

  • Deep understanding of modern firefighting tactics, strategies, and equipment.
  • Strong knowledge of emergency medical services protocols and procedures.
  • Fire protection.
  • Emergency management.
  • Demonstrated ability to utilize fire data analysis software for strategic planning and decision-making.

Remote Work:

No


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