Assistant Fire Commissioner

Protecting Today. Preserving Tomorrow. The Red Sea Way

Red Sea Fire & Rescue is a proud subsidiary of Red Sea Global (RSG) and an integral part of the RSG Group of companies. We are dedicated to delivering world-class fire and rescue services across The Red Sea destination, ensuring the highest standards of safety, preparedness, and emergency response.

Aligned with RSG’s vision for regenerative development, we operate with shared strategic goals and collaborative excellence across the group - strengthening our capabilities, advancing innovation, and enabling us to protect people, assets, and the environment with precision and professionalism.

Be part of a legacy that is redefining safety standards in one of the world’s most ambitious destinations.

Join Red Sea Fire & Rescue and contribute to shaping a safer future for Saudi Arabia—and the world.

Role Purpose

The Director of Prepare and Support Services provides strategic leadership and executive oversight across all functions under RSFR in terms of providing all required resources. He leads the department’s finance and accounting functions, ensuring the department is operating as per the allocated budget and plans. This role ensures organizational resilience, legislative compliance, and continuous improvement in line with national and international standards. The Director acts as a principal advisor to senior leadership on fire studies, public safety communication, hazardous materials management, and emergency preparedness while driving the long-term strategy for fire and rescue services. The Director oversees all contracts, purchase orders, purchase requests, etc.

Job Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Advisory

• Provide expert direction on fire studies, fire and safety communication, public warning systems, and hazardous materials management.
• Lead the corporate services function and the prepare function in the department.
• Lead the development and execution of fire strategies, presenting reports and recommendations to RSFRS and RSG executive management.
• Anticipate future operational needs and make strategic recommendations for the acquisition of equipment, technology, personnel, and emergency resources.
• Act as principal advisor on regulatory and compliance matters, ensuring alignment with evolving local and international legislation.
• Oversee all Inter-Company Agreements and SLAs for the department.
• Lead the department’s finance and accounting function
• Oversee the department’s budget, track all transactions, invoices, etc.
• Oversee the department’s cost recovery plan on annual basis.

Governance, Policy & Compliance

• Oversee the development, enforcement, and continuous review of health, safety, and fire-related policies and practices across the organization.
• Provide leadership for fire investigations, safety audits, and inspections, ensuring lessons learned are integrated into organizational policy.
• Oversee all department’s policies and procedures.
• Deputize for the Fire Commissioner when required, ensuring seamless leadership continuity.

Operational Oversight & Reporting

• Ensure functional policies, systems, and standard operating procedures are applied consistently to deliver effective and reliable emergency services.
• Direct the preparation of accurate and timely management information (MIS) reports to support executive decision-making and regulatory reporting obligations.
• Set performance standards, monitor compliance, and ensure accountability across all fire and safety functions.

Safety, Quality & Environmental Stewardship

• Champion a strong safety-first culture across the organization, ensuring compliance with statutory health, safety, and environmental requirements.
• Provide executive oversight of quality management systems to ensure delivery of safe, effective, and environmentally responsible services.

Continuous Improvement & Innovation

• Drive a culture of continuous improvement, embedding international best practices in fire and safety management systems.
• Lead initiatives to modernize processes, adopt innovative technologies, reduce costs, and enhance operational effectiveness.
• Ensure the fire and civil defense function evolves in line with organizational growth and global safety standards.

Job Stakeholders Relationship

Job Requirements

Qualification and Experience

• Extensive senior leadership experience in fire services, civil defense, or emergency management at Director or equivalent level.
• Proven track record in developing and executing fire safety and emergency response strategies in large, complex organizations.
• In-depth knowledge of international fire safety codes, hazardous materials management, and emergency response frameworks.
• Strong experience in regulatory compliance, policy development, and cross-functional governance.
• Advanced qualifications in Fire Service Leadership, Incident Command, Health & Safety, or equivalent (Master’s degree preferred).
• PMP (preferred)

Skills

• Strategic Leadership & Vision
• Executive Decision-Making under Pressure
• Regulatory & Compliance Expertise
• Policy Development & Governance
• Stakeholder Engagement & Representation
• Continuous Improvement & Innovation