Sasolburg: Fire Fighter

Fire Fighter Job Summary: This position is responsible for prompt response to emergency situations within factory premises. Duties and Responsibilities: Emergency Response: Drive emergency response vehicles to incident scene Isolation of fires and Assessment of situation [First responder] Isolation of Valves Containment of leaking equipment Search and Rescue affected personnel Protect un-affected plant equipment Physical preparedness [Fitness] Administer first aid Assume the role Leader where applicable Fire Fighting [Gas/Hydrocarbon Liquids and Grass fires]: Operating Fire engine Positioning and connect fire hoses Operating fire hydrants and foam units Operating Fire hose and fire equipment Operate Foam equipment and able to produce firefighting foam Extinguishing fires Servicing and maintenance of emergency and Fire Fighting equipment: Inspection of fire-fighting equipment [foam units, fire extinguishers, hydrants] Maintenance of Fire extinguishers Re-filling of Fire extinguishers Inspection and refilling of SCBA Inspect and maintain all emergency equipment and vehicles. Firefighting Training: Conduct drills and training in basic fire fighting Conduct drills and training in basic use of a fire extinguisher Conduct drills and training in basic inspection and use of SCBA Participate in Emergency exercises Safety: Personal safety first Do all specified PPE Stand-by rescue duties on critical tasks Report writing: Reports on callouts attended Monthly report for the division/shift Minimum Qualifications and Experience: Grade 12 with mathematics Accredited Fire fighter 1& 2 qualification Valid Code C1 license Accredited Hazmat Awareness course Accredited Hazmat Operations Course Valid Level 3 First Aid course (Valid Basic Ambulance course will be an advantage) Skills: Fire Fighter