Deputy Director: Fire and Rescue Services

Deputy Director:
Fire and Rescue Services

• Reference Number : refs/035249
• Directorate :
  Fire and Rescue Services
• Number of Posts : 1
• Package : R per annum (all-inclusive package)
• Enquiries :
  Caiphus/ Andy, cell: /51

Requirements :

• Matric plus NQF Level 7 in Fire Technology/ Emergency Management/ Disaster Management or relevant field of study. Coupled with a minimum of 5 years appropriate experience in fire services, or fire safety/ risk related field with at least 3 years at a supervisory level.
  
  Competencies:
  
  Programme and project management;
  Policy analysis and development;
  Knowledge and application of Disaster Management legislation;
  Departmental policies, priorities and processes;
  Understanding of public service legislation and systems;
  Ability to work standby, overtime and long hours;
  Analytical and logical thinking;
  Good communication Skills;
  Client Orientation and Customer Focus;
  Leadership;
  Facilitation;
  People management;
  Planning and organising;
  Report writing; A valid driver’s license.

Duties :

• Manage and monitor the implementation of an Incident Coordination System thereby providing for Integrated Fire Management during large scale incidents;
  Manage and support the development and functioning of a system to provide the unit with situational awareness and or reports of incidents that have occurred, may occur and or may escalate in the province and surrounding areas;
  Manage the implementation of mechanisms to ensure uniformity and efficiency during significant mutual aid emergencies and operations;
  Manage, monitor and support the implementation of mutual aid agreements with regards to Urban Search and Rescue (USAR) and Dangerous Goods;
  Manage the coordination of USAR exercises aimed at increasing the awareness of International Search and Rescue Advisory Group (INSARAG) disaster response methodologies amongst local, provincial and national authorities in the country;
  Manage logistical and technical support for all response operations coordinating structures;
  Manage the coordination of fire safety and prevention programs in partnership with stakeholders;
  Manage, monitor and support the implementation of mutual aid agreements with regards to Fire and Rescue Services;
  Manage the establishment and functioning of a provincial Fire and Rescue Response Coordination committee;
  Manage, facilitate and support the development of Fire and Rescue policies, SOP's, and strategies in line with National, Provincial and local legislation;
  Manage the implementation of support mechanisms for both ground and ariel firefighting activities;
  Manage the coordination and monitoring of the effectiveness of fire risk reduction initiatives by sector departments and municipalities;
  Manage the drafting and submission of risk assessment reports and profiles;
  Manage the development of programmes relevant to public awareness and research;
  Provide the community with technical advice on the interpretation or application of fire safety principles, regulations and legislation;
  Manage the design and development of the risk reduction strategies;
  Manage logistical and technical support for all fire safety and prevention coordinating structures;
  Manage the development of a comprehensive document management system;
  Provide input on the design of the annual report;
  Conduct research on fire risk reduction and management;
  Conduct research on fire response operations;
  Provide Advice to municipalities, sectors and other stakeholders;
  Monitor the implementation and compliance of municipalities to disaster management legislation;
  Manage the coordination of all Provincial Fire and Rescue Services’ Technical Task Teams;
  Manage Provincial Fire and Rescue funding to strengthen capacity of Gauteng Municipalities;
  Secure and monitor funding for Fire and Rescue projects;
  Manage execution of MOU’s;
  Manage the coordination of fire safety and prevention programs in partnership with stakeholders;
  Manage the coordination and monitoring the effectiveness of fire risk reduction initiatives by sector departments and municipalities;
  Manage the development of programmes relevant to public awareness…