Captain II

Purpose

The role of the Captain II in the delivery and management of emergency services and resources of Red Sea Fire and Rescue (RSFRS).  The principal roles assigned to the Captain II are management of resources both human and material, responding to and taking control of emergency incidents, maintaining resources in a state of operational readiness.

Job Responsibilities

• Responsibility for the operational and administrative efficiency of the fire and rescue service on station
• Ensure the operational readiness of the fire station.
• Taking charge of any incidents pending the arrival of a more senior officer and remaining in charge until relieved formally by the senior officer
• Fostering and monitoring a positive and inclusive workplace, eliminating discrimination by continually promoting equality and diversity in Red Sea Fire and Rescue
• Being responsible for upholding the public image of RSFRS Red Sea Global (RSG) in all dealings with both the public and the media
• Being responsible for the Health, Safety, Welfare and management of staff in their station
• Maintain appropriate skills in digital communication, recording and presentation
• Producing appropriate reports and briefing senior officers when required
• Encouraging and supporting crews by helping the crew evaluate their performance and debrief after fires or other tasks 
• Responsibility for updating and maintaining all records pertaining to their duties
• Responsibility for liaising in a professional manner with all other relevant services including and not limited to Security and EMS Services
• Attending and facilitating training courses when required
• Responsibility for the implementation of RSFRS and Red Sea Global policy and procedures
• Attending court to give evidence in relation to any proceedings in relation to the above duties
• Serving in any appointed station officer position or location as may be assigned
• Carrying out such other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Qualification and Experience

• Minimum age 25
• Minimum of 9 years’ experience (some of which should be in a municipal setting) at least 2 years must be in an Operational Shift Commander role.
• NFPA or RSFRS Approved Equivalent
• Firefighter 2 (NFPA 1001, 1002)
• Fire Officer 2 (NFPA 1005, 1021, 1037)
• Fire Instructor 2 (NFPA 1041)
• Hazmat Technician (NFPA 472)
• Marine Firefighting (advantageous)
• First Aid

Skills

• Leadership
• Time management
• Team building 
• Problem Solving
• Initiative
• Proficient in English (written & verbal)
• Physically fit (NFPA requirement) to carry out training tasks