Fire Chief - Emergency Response

Overview

Job Summary

Key Responsibilities

• **Operational Leadership & Emergency Response**
• + Lead and coordinate operational response to fires, alarms and other emergencies, ensuring incidents are managed effectively and safely
• + Develop and maintain incident command procedures, ensuring clear roles, responsibilities and escalation routes
• + Ensure resources, equipment and personnel are deployed appropriately during incidents and that after‑action reviews capture lessons learned
• **Fire Prevention & Risk Management**
• + Oversee fire risk assessments, prevention programmes and corrective actions to reduce likelihood and impact of fire-related incidents
• + Advise on building design, fire detection, suppression systems and safe operating procedures to mitigate risk
• + Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of statutory fire safety requirements and ensure organisational compliance
• **Policy, Planning & Compliance**
• + Develop, review and implement fire and emergency policies, plans and procedures aligned to statutory requirements and industry best practice
• + Prepare and maintain emergency response plans, business continuity interfaces and site evacuation strategies
• + Liaise with regulatory authorities, insurers and external emergency services to demonstrate compliance and manage inspections or audits
• **Training, Exercises & Community Engagement**
• + Plan and deliver realistic training programmes, simulated exercises and joint drills with internal teams and external partners
• + Promote fire safety awareness across the organisation through campaigns, briefings and stakeholder engagement
• + Represent the organisation at community safety forums and multi‑agency planning meetings where required
• **Reporting & Continuous Improvement**
• + Produce incident reports, performance metrics and management information to inform senior leadership and governance forums
• + Drive continuous improvement through analysis of incidents, near misses and audit findings
• + Implement changes to procedures and training to address identified gaps and improve resilience

Education

• Relevant professional qualifications in fire safety, fire engineering, emergency planning or a related discipline desirable

Experience

• Substantial operational experience in fire and rescue services, emergency response units or a similar environment, including leadership roles
• Proven experience of incident command, fire safety management and multi‑agency coordination
• Experience of developing and implementing emergency plans, training programmes and safety initiatives

Technical Competencies

• Strong understanding of fire legislation, statutory requirements and industry best practice
• Competence in incident command systems, risk assessment methodologies and emergency planning
• Ability to lead and develop operational teams, with excellent decision‑making under pressure
• Good communication and stakeholder management skills for engagement with senior leaders, regulators and external agencies
• Budgetary awareness, procurement experience and ability to manage equipment and fleet maintenance programmes
• Professional development, training and progression opportunities
• Competitive salary and benefits package, with commitment to work‑life balance and wellbeing

Dubai - Uae