Firefighter

Purpose/Objective

Firefighter is responsible for responding to aircraft and structural fire emergencies, medical emergencies, hazardous material incidents, and other emergencies within the airport premises.
This role involves ensuring the safety and security of passengers, crew, and airport personnel by performing firefighting, rescue and emergency medical services.

Key Responsibilities of Role

Emergency Response: Respond promptly to aircraft incidents, structural fires, medical emergencies, hazardous materials incidents, and other emergency situations on airport property.
Perform firefighting, rescue, and emergency medical services to ensure the safety of individuals and property.
Fire Suppression: Extinguish fires using various firefighting techniques, including the use of water, foam, dry chemicals, and other firefighting agents.
Conduct search and rescue operations in smoke-filled and hazardous environments.
Emergency Medical Services: Provide first aid and basic life support (BLS) to injured or ill individuals until advanced medical personnel arrive.
Assist in the transportation of patients to medical facilities as needed.
Operational Readiness: Perform daily inspections and maintenance of firefighting vehicles, extinguishers, and personal protective equipment (PPE).
Maintain inventory of firefighting supplies and equipment and ensure their readiness for use.
Participate in routine emergency response simulations, ICAO-mandated training, and fire drills.
Maintain detailed incident reports, training records, and shift logs for regulatory audits.
Compliance and Reporting: Adhere to all local, state, and federal regulations and guidelines related to firefighting and emergency response and ensure all tasks are performed following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Identify potential hazards during patrols and inspections, ensuring immediate corrective action.
Prepare and submit accurate incident reports, equipment logs, and other required documentation.
Collaboration and Coordination: Collaborate with airport operations, medical services, and external emergency agencies during incidents.
Coordinate with the Duty Manager, ATC, and airport authorities during emergency operations and drills.
Key Stakeholders - Internal: Duty Manager - ARFF Airport Operations Team Airport Security Emergency Medical Services ARFF Crew Members Engineering & Maintenance Team Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) Team Key Stakeholders - External: Local Fire Services Department Airlines Operating at the Airport Ground Handling Companies ARFF Equipment Manufacturers/Service Providers Insurance Companies Local Community Leaders Civil Aviation Authorities

Technical Competencies

ARFF Equipment Operation and Maintenance-AAHL,Emergency Response and Preparedness-AAHL,Firefighting Techniques-AAHL,Incident Management-AAHL,Pre-Flight Inspection Procedures-AAHL,Quality Assurance-AAHL,Regulatory Compliance-AAHL

Qualifications and Experience

Education Qualification: Diploma in Fire Fighting Technology or equivalent qualification.
Certification from an accredited firefighting academy is required.
Work Experience: 2-3 years of experience firefighting experience, preferably in aircraft rescue and fire fighting (ARFF) operations.