Fireman job at First Quantum
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Vacancy title:
Fireman

[ Type: FULL TIME , Industry: Mining , Category: Management ]

Jobs at:

First Quantum

Deadline of this Job:
09 June 2022  

Duty Station:
Within Zambia , Lusaka , South - Central Africa

Summary
Date Posted: Monday, May 23, 2022 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:
At First Quantum, we free the talent of our people by taking a very different approach which is underpinned by a very different, very definite culture – the “First Quantum Way”.
Working with us is not like working anywhere else, which is why we recruit people who will take a bolder, smarter approach to spot opportunities, solve problems and deliver results.
Our culture is all about encouraging you to think independently and to challenge convention to deliver the best result. That’s how we continue to achieve extraordinary things in extraordinary locations.

Overall Job Purpose
To respond to emergency situations and primarily protect people, the environment and property from all types of fire, accidents and emergencies

Specific Job Responsibility
• Respond immediately and safely to emergency calls and requests for assistance, if and when necessary.
• Attend to emergency incidents including fires, road accidents, floods, bomb incidents, spillages of dangerous substances and rail and air crashes.
• Rescue trapped people.
• Minimise distress and suffering, including giving first aid before ambulance crews arrive.
• Clean up and check the site after dealing with an incident.
• Take time to become familiar with local streets, roads, buildings, operational infrastructure, and nearby fire stations in order to respond to emergency calls with the utmost speed and efficiency.
• Inspect and maintain the appliance (fire engine) and its equipment e.g. assist in the testing of fire hydrants and checking emergency water supplies.
• Undertake drills and physical training.
• Participate in training on techniques, use of equipment and related matters.
• Maintain the level of physical fitness necessary to carry out all the duties of a fireman.
• Maintain links with the local community and educate and inform the public to help promote fire safety, e.g. giving talks in schools and to local organisations, and home visits to offer advice.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the Superintendent.
• Safeguard own and other people's personal safety at all times.
• Respond quickly to unforeseen circumstances as they arise.
• Monitor, inspect and/or test other equipment / infrastructure, as required. I.e. Fire hydrants

Job Specific Competencies
• Aviation fire and rescue (for KTDC ERT)
• Basic fire fighting
• Hazmat technician
• Motor vehicle extrication and stabilisation
• Recharging self-contained breathing apparatus
• Trench rescue
• ERT fire truck
• LV pit permit
• LV site permit
• Hazmat preparedness for first responders
• Snake handling

Key Job Attributes
• Must be physically fit and commit to remain so
• Must be assertive
• Ability to handle pressure
• Dependability
• Must keep emotions under control
• Must be of a sober character
• Must be willing to be called upon during odd hours

Experience required to perform in this job
The Fireman will require knowledge, skills and experience in the following areas:
• At least 1-year experience in relevant field
• Safety Management
• Excellent communication skills
• Fireman training skills are necessary

Qualifications
• Basic Fire Fighter Course from an accredited Training centre or Fire Fighter 1 and 2.
• (A Degree in Fire Science is an added plus)

Education Requirement: No Requirements

Job Experience: No Requirements

Work Hours: 8

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Job Info
Job Category: Management jobs in Zambia
Job Type: Full-time
Deadline of this Job: 09 June 2022
Duty Station: Kalumbila
Posted: 23-05-2022
No of Jobs: 1
Start Publishing: 23-05-2022
Stop Publishing (Put date of 2030): 23-05-2065
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