October 8, 2024

Fidelity Services Group

Bloemfontein

OTHER

Junior Firefighter - Bloemfontein

Junior Firefighter

Regional areas
Positions exist for the use and application of Firefighters within the Fidelity Group to respond and deal with any and all fire related incidents.
The main responsibilities include but are not limited to response of Fire incidents and firefighting, emergency rescue services, rendering basic medical care, fire prevention and training activities, operating and maintaining of firefighting equipment and apparatus and all related work as required under supervision in order to protect the lives and property of the clients of the Fidelity Group.
Key areas of responsibility: (Not totally inclusive) carries out firefighting activities and emergency operations under guidance, mentorship and supervision of seniors and officer-in-charge by:

Responding to fires, rescues and related emergency and non-emergency humanitarian incidents

Responding to incidents involving hazardous substances
Extricating and/or releasing casualties and conducting emergency operations as directed by the level of authority
Resuscitating and treating injured persons and conducting emergency operations as directed by next level authority
Operating a range of equipment to control, manage and extinguish fires
Operating mobile and fixed breathing apparatus
Undertaking fire protection duties in situations that potentially threaten lives or property and having available appropriate equipment as directed by supervisors
Preparing for emergency incidents and protection duties under the guidance, mentorship and supervision of seniors and officers in charge
Participate in training drills, simulation exercises and physical fitness training as directed

To train all relevant employees on the theory and practice necessary to fight fires
Advise on preventative and corrective actions. Conduct health and safety inspections to ensure a safe environment
Implement the relevant procedures, strategies and use the proper equipment to promote local or national security activities for the protection of data, people, institutions and property
Perform basic level maintenance on equipment to ensure operational readiness
Checking, cleaning, testing and maintaining vehicles and equipment
Complete computerised occurrence log in order to maintain proper records of daily incidents

Qualifications, experience and other competencies required:

Grade 12 as a minimum school qualification
IFSAC Accredited
NFPA 1001 Firefighter 2 certification
Firefighter II Certification
Firefighting training and at least 2 years related experience are essential
Valid, unendorsed vehicle driver’s license
Advanced driving experience advantageous
Medically and physically fit
Good understanding and practice of Fire prevention procedures
Knowledge of Fire-fighting systems (namely systems used to extinguish fires, the classes and chemistry of fire

Clear criminal record.

Capability to react within efficient time frames to emergency situations

Administration, interpersonal communication and customer liaison skills are required.
Hazmat experience and knowledge
EMT certification
First Aid levels 1 to 3

Core Competencies:

Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
Sound understanding of the Hazmat guidelines
Sound understanding of the Security Industry and how to act within the code of conduct of the Group and Regulatory Authority.
Sound understanding of fundamental elements related to firefighter instructor applications within an operational role.