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Vectrus Fire Captain in Qatar

Overview

Under the general direction of the Fire Chief, responsible for implementing LOGCAP V Fire Protection

Plan and ensuring emergency response operations are conducted within the guidelines stipulated by this

plan and the Emergency Management Plans. Reports directly to the Assistant Fire Chief of Operations.

Directs and leads firefighters during firefighting operations, rescue operations, hazardous materials

incidents and other related emergencies events.

Responsibilities

  • Implements the fire protection programs that conform to the Performance Work Statement.

  • Implements and maintains a safe workplace, ensuring safety is the highest priority.

  • Complies with all Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) and Quality Assurance (QA) requirements and goals.

  • Provides documentation to these divisions as necessary to ensure adequate and legal documentation.

  • Ensure that all subordinate employees are trained and understand EHS and QA requirements and goals.

  • Maintains documentation as necessary to meet these requirements. (10%)

  • Conducts fire inspections and ensures that facilities are safe, and documentation is recorded and tracked.

  • Operates computerized digital fire alarm receiving equipment including two-way radio communications equipment.

  • Performs additional logistical duties in support of fire department operations to include, maintaining accountability of equipment, scheduling maintenance of equipment, coordinating appointments of subordinates, and other administrative duties as needed. (10%)

  • Ensures that emergency equipment under the control of the fire department is operational and in a state of readiness as required by NFPA or other industry standards.

  • Responds to emergencies, disasters, and hazardous material (HAZMAT) spills according to the responsibilities identified in the department work instructions, standard operating procedures or the Emergency Management plan

  • Serves as the team leader for either a rescue unit, ladder truck, engine company, water tender or airport crash apparatus.

  • Enters burning or contaminated structures, vehicles, and other immediately dangerous to life and health areas to fight fires and/or perform rescues while wearing required personal protective equipment.

  • Directs Crew Chief/Company Officer level operations for structural fires, aircraft fires, rescue operations, medical emergencies, hazardous materials responses and other emergency events as directed. (45%)

  • Provides supervision to Fire-fighters. Required to maintain and clean personal protective equipment and supervise firefighters in cleaning equipment and facilities.

  • Performs duties in support of organizational metrics.

  • Trains and orients subordinate employees on performance, documentation, and activities that effect the achievement of department metrics.

  • Adequately and honestly tracks all data related to metrics.

  • Supports the achievement of KBOSSS metrics, whether metrics can be directly or indirectly affected by this position’s activities.

  • Provides direct support, using staff resources if necessary, to the achievement of all metrics related to the PWS and LOGCAP.

  • Attends meeting in the absence of the supervisor or as needed. (25%)

  • Communicates professionally, both orally and in writing, with their subordinates and others as needed to relay information necessary for job success.

  • This includes, but is not limited to, staff meetings, performance appraisals, job requirements, division metrics, projects, quality standard procedures, and safety practices.

  • Works to achieve LOGCAP goals and PWS

Qualifications

  • Minimum Qualifications

  • Education/Certifications: One-year related experience may be substituted for one year of education, if degree is required.

  • A valid driver’s license and the ability to obtain host nation Driver’s License, is required.

  • The ability to obtain a host nation Heavy Driver’s License, is required

  • High School diploma or equivalent (Associate Degree in Fire Science preferred)

  • DoD, Pro-board or International Fire Services Accreditation Congress Certification as:

  • DoD, Proboard or International Fire Services Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) Certification that

  • meets the training and certification requirements outlined in DOD 6055.06–M: Fire Officer II,

  • Fire Instructor I, Fire Inspector I, Hazmat Material Operations, Hazmat Incident Commander and Driver Operator – Pumper

  • Preferred certifications:

  • Airport Firefighter, HazMat Technician, Emergency Medical Responder (EMR), Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or higher,, Driver Operator – ARFF

  • Experience:

  • Requires 5 years' with an organized Fire or Emergency Service Department.

  • Program Specific Requirements:

  • Extensive Fire Fighting and Emergency Service Experience. (5 Years)

  • Must be able to supervise and manage the activities of multi-national and culturally diverse work force.

  • Possess knowledge of safety and environmental issues.

  • Be familiar with various Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).

  • Working Environment:

  • In this position there is exposure to physical and working conditions where serious accidents or injuries may occur, exposure to disagreeable noise elements and prolonged high ambient temperatures. Must be physically able to operate a variety of machines, tools and equipment which includes a motor vehicle, computer, generator, fire pump, fire hydrant, axe, shovel, hydraulic tools, power tools, hand tools, medical equipment, etc. Must be able to use body members to work, move, or carry objects or materials. Physical demand requirements are at levels of those very heavy work. The candidate must be able to be certified by an M.D. to meet the medical conditions in the latest edition of NFPA 1582. Must be able to exert in excess of one hundred pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of fifty pounds of force frequently.

    We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace that values and supports the contributions of each individual. This commitment along with our common Vision and Values of Integrity, Respect, and Responsibility, allows us to leverage differences, encourage innovation and expand our success in the global marketplace. Vectrus is an Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability. EOE/Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran.

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