Senior Officer - Station

To ensure operational readiness of all fire and rescue services resources through a program of training, maintenance, exercises and drills.

To be proactive in fire prevention and forming relationships with Abu Dhabi Ports stakeholders and external supporting agencies.

• Implement day‑to‑day operations to ensure efficient emergency response and timely, accurate reporting of routine duties to KP Management.
• Act as On Scene Commander for emergency calls, unforeseen circumstances and requests for assistance within AD Ports areas of jurisdiction.
• Arrange training and assessment for all subordinates via a competency‑based system of assessment.
• Track the preventative maintenance system for all equipment related to response.
• Ensure the enforcement of all laws and ordinances within the legal jurisdiction of the Port authority.
• Ensure a suitable level of fitness for self and subordinates.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant safety, quality and environment management policies, procedures and controls to maintain a healthy and safe work environment.

• Bachelor's degree in Fire Safety, Engineering, Science, HSE, or a related field.
• Master's degree is a plus.
• Firefighting certificate is highly desired.

• Excellent English.
• Arabic is an added advantage.

• A minimum of 0-1 years of experience in a similar role.

• Preferred knowledge of fire suppression methods, practices and techniques.
• Fire and emergency response equipment operation and maintenance.
• Safety standards and precautions pertaining to the use and operation of fire equipment and to fire suppression activities.
• Effective supervisory methods, practices and techniques, including some knowledge of governmental rules and regulations governing personnel procedures.
• Demonstrate fire service discipline while at work and act responsibly and lawfully outside work to preserve the reputation of AD Ports Group.
• Be ready to provide cover at short notice within 3 hours in case of an emergency.
• Maintain a good appearance, clean‑shaven to use SCBA properly and always wearing a clean and proper uniform.
• Ability to communicate effectively and clearly in both oral and written form to supervisors, peers and subordinates using modern communications technology when needed and available.
• Ability to deal courteously and authoritatively with the public.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, other public safety agencies, and the general public.