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Assistant Destination Fire Commander

Division:  Operations
Department:  Fire and Rescue Services
Company:  Red Sea Global

Job Title: Marine Assistant Destination Fire Commander – Senior Manager

Job Purpose

 

  • Manage day-to-day Marine Emergency Response operations of Red Sea Fire and Rescue (RSRF).

  • Manage assigned activities within the water aerodromes in compliance with General Authority for Civil Aviation (GACA) regulations.

  • Lead, direct, and have line management responsibility for Shift Commanders or other marine specialists and their teams.

  • Oversee operational readiness of Marine RSFR services to maintain a high standard of fire and rescue capabilities across all RSG marine assets.

  • Provide operational emergency response to large-scale incidents and assume Incident Commander role at Tactical (Silver) level.

  • Provide 24/7 rotational cover to support emergency response, strategic oversight, and act as departmental SME in complex situations.

  • Support the strategic direction of the Red Sea/Amaala project through exceptional customer service, engagement, continuous education, fire prevention, and emergency response.

Key Responsibilities

 

Strategic Contribution

 

  • Support the Destination Fire Commander in implementing RSFRS Marine Strategy.

  • Deputize for the Destination Fire Commander when required.

  • Lead and support personnel in resolving operational emergency incidents.

  • Assume Incident Command in accordance with the RSFRS Incident Command System.

  • Identify and resolve hazards and risks through inspection and investigation.

  • Enforce Health & Safety policies and workplace discipline.

  • Prepare, monitor, and manage Opex and Capex budgets.

  • Plan and implement operational activities to meet service delivery needs.

  • Ensure operational readiness of all staff, appliances, and equipment.

  • Produce clear and timely incident and administrative reports.

  • Develop policies, procedures, guidelines, and training materials aligned with best practice.

  • Manage and deliver community safety and enforcement programs.

  • Liaise professionally with relevant services and stakeholders.

 

Functional/Technical

 

  • Supervise and coordinate marine emergency scene operations.

  • Mentor employees and support professional development.

  • Maintain compliance with operational policies and ensure apparatus readiness.

  • Participate in fire strategy meetings and annual business plan execution.

  • Translate strategy into operational business plans and monitor performance.

 

Policies, Processes, and Reports

 

  • Follow all relevant policies, processes, and SOPs to ensure consistent operations.

  • Prepare accurate and timely MIS statements and functional reports.

 

Safety, Quality & Environment

 

  • Apply safety, quality, and environmental management controls to ensure compliance, quality service delivery, and environmental responsibility.

 

Continuous Improvement

 

  • Identify opportunities for system, process, and productivity improvements aligned with international best practice.

Job Requirements

 

Qualifications

 

  • Bachelor’s Degree in related field or Business Administration.

  • NFPA 1021, NFPA 1005, and NFPA 1006 certifications (or equivalent).

  • Proficient swimmer (50m within 90 seconds).

 

Experience

 

  • Minimum 10 years’ relevant experience, including at least 5 years in a marine supervisory role.

  • Experienced Incident Commander capable of Tactical (Silver) Command.

 

Preferred

 

  • NFPA 1003 / NFPA 405 certifications.

  • IYT Powerboat Skipper up to 24m (or equivalent).

  • VHF-SRC CoC Marine Communications Course.

 

Skills

 

  • Leadership and mentoring.

  • Incident command and crisis management.

  • Time management and team building.

  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

  • Digital communication, reporting, and presentation.

  • Problem solving, situational awareness, and operational planning.

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