Technician, Fire Services

Job description / Role

JOB PURPOSE :

Site based tactical responder. Deputizes for Lead Fire fighter during their absence. Responds to any emergency such as an uncontrolled fire or release of potentially harmful substances, all rescues including road traffic accidents and industrial accidents. Prevents and minimize loss of life and property damage as a result of fire, gas release incidents and rescue situations. Carries out a range of testing, inspection and general maintenance activities including all firefighting equipment and lifesaving equipment including but not limited to fire hoses, hydrants, monitors, extinguishers, foam testing, gas detection equipment, lifeboat, lifebuoy, life jacket, SCBA and resuscitation equipment associated with fire and life support equipment in order to ensure that emergency preparedness is maintained. Work covers all Upper Zakum and Artificial

Islands facilities.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Job Specific Accountabilities
- Accountable to the leading Firefighter for the effective delivery of emergency response.
- Participates in a crew of firefighters involved in firefighting, oil and gas release control measures, rescue, and medical emergencies.
- Performs fire and rescue tasks defined in Pre-Incident Planning / Incident Management Guide, under the command of the TRT Leader or their deputy.
- Perform safety standby duties as determined by a Task Risk Assessment and required by site management such as specialist standby / aviation standby, and hot work stand-by duties using firefighting equipment, breathing apparatus and specialist rescue equipment during plant routine maintenance and project works.
- Participates in the testing and maintenance of a full range of fire fighting vehicles, lifesaving equipment & firefighting equipment. Participates in the testing of fixed and mobile fire protection systems. Operates all company vehicles and equipment in a safe and appropriate manner.
- Educates site personnel and contractors on hazards of flammable / toxic substance and emergency evacuations.
- Undertakes preventative maintenance activities as required by site management to ensure availability/readiness of emergency response equipment.
- Where identified; additional roles (Fire Truck Operators) are allocated for Firefighters to ensure the emergency response capability of the Fire & Rescue Teams are maintained - Manoeuvre and Operate Fire Trucks including all associated Firefighting systems to meet the needs of Fire & Rescue activities.
- Conduct e-PTW assessments, observe unsafe actions & conditions report it through HSE Observation.
- Participates actively in all emergency drills / exercises / trainings.
- Participates in MOCS training on regular basis to maintain the required competency and professional skills.
- Maintains physical fitness requirements.
- Works in harmony with colleagues to ensure they work to their best potential and contribute effectively as a team.
- Post holder work on 12-hour day/night shift basis and is required if necessary, to respond to emergency incidents outside of his normal working shift.

Generic Accountabilities

Policies, Systems, Processes & Procedures
- Implement and comply with all relevant functional policies, processes, systems, standards, procedures, to accomplish operational objectives.

Training
- Provide on-the-job Training to meet Competency Based Training programs for UAE Nationalization.

Tool Box
- Maintain all tools, safety gear and equipment provided by company safely and in working condition.
- Arrange for repair or replacement of any tools and safety gear that may not be in good working condition.

Time Management
- Carry out all maintenance jobs in line with assigned time standards.
- Inform the Maintenance Supervisor in case additional resources are required to carry out the job within the assigned time frame.

Innovation and Continuous Improvement
- Contribute to the identification of areas and opportunities for continuous improvement in the operating procedures, modification of functional processes, machinery or equipment.

Health, Safety, Environment (HSE) and Sustainability
- Comply with relevant HSE policies, procedures & controls and applicable legislation and sustainability guidelines in line with international standards, best practices and ADNOC Code of Practices.
- Participate in Emergency Response duties as a team member.

Housekeeping
- Maintain the work environment clean and tidy before, during and after executing the job, in line with established standards of Hygiene and Housekeeping.

Reports
- Collect technical data from the field as required and provide inputs to prepare Section progress reports for Company Management.
- Provide input for the preparation of Method statements and initiate Near Miss reports.

COMMUNICATIONS & WORKING RELATIONSHIPS :

Internal
- Work in a group or team, receiving work direction from the Lead Fire fighter.
- Work in accordance with company procedures and manufacturers maintenance procedures.

External
- Deals with Contractors, other partners, and visitors in a professional and courteous manner.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

Minimum Qualification
- Technical Diploma or Secondary School Certificate with a vocational trade certificate in the relevant field

Minimum Experience & Knowledge & Skills
- 4 years of experience involved in firefighting and rescue / fire protection / fire prevention / emergency response and the use of life support / lifesaving equipment within the Oil & Gas industry.

About the Company

We are one of the world's leading energy producers, and a primary catalyst for Abu Dhabi’s growth and diversification.

We operate across the entire hydrocarbon value chain, through a network of fully-integrated businesses, with interests that range from exploration, production, storage, refining and distribution, to the development of a wide-range of petrochemical products.

Since 1971, we have created thousands of jobs, driven the growth of a diverse knowledge-based economy, and played a key role in Abu Dhabi’s global emergence.

Today, we continue to look for new and innovative ways to maximize the value of our resources, pioneering those approaches and technologies that will ensure we are able to meet the demands of an ever-changing energy market, and continue to have a positive impact on the Abu Dhabi economy for generations to come.