Fire & Rescue Operations Supervisor
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About the Role
Civil Aviation Authority seeks a Fire & Rescue Operations Supervisor to oversee airport firefighting operations at Hamad and Doha International Airports. The role ensures compliance with QCAR 006, supervises staff, and coordinates training.
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Responsibilities
- Attend and respond to all airport emergencies at HIA and DIA
- Ensure required Airport Rescue and Fire Fighting Category protection level is maintained
- Supervise and control staff leave to ensure minimum manpower availability
- Ensure availability and readiness of firefighting and rescue equipment
- Ensure all Fire Department staff are certified and qualified to operate vehicles
- Conduct investigations into industrial accidents and near miss incidents
- Coordinate with Training Department to ensure crew attend mandatory training
- Deliver theoretical and practical tactical firefighting training
- Monitor and follow up on response time tests monthly
- Act as Incident Commander in absence of Senior Officer
Requirements
- Airport Fire Fighting Services Operations Category CAT 10
- Proficiency in English language in accordance with QCAR 006
- Communication Certificate issued by the Airport Operating Authority
- Firefighter Course
- Crew Leader Course
- Manager Course
- Supervisor Course (if available)
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General Responsibilities
- Attend and respond to all airport emergencies at Hamad International Airport (HIA) and Doha International Airport (DIA).
- Attend department related Health & Safety meetings.
- Act as Operations Lead and attend ongoing business meetings with HIA Safety in the absence of the Operations Supervisor.
- Ensure the required Airport Rescue and Fire Fighting Category (CAT) protection level is maintained in terms of vehicles, equipment, firefighting agents, and personnel during shift hours, in compliance with QCAR 006 (as amended) and TRA instructions.
- Supervise and control staff leave to ensure minimum manpower availability required for compliance at both airports.
- Ensure availability and readiness of firefighting and breathing apparatus / rescue equipment.
- Ensure all Fire Department staff assigned to vehicles are certified and qualified to operate their designated vehicles.
- Ensure Airside Vehicle Operator Permits (AVOP) for all department personnel are valid and up to date.
- Ensure all employees are medically fit to perform their duties in compliance with QCAR 006 (as amended).
- Inform the Operations Manager of any deficiencies or shortcomings in section performance.
- Carry out any other tasks assigned by the competent authority (DFRD) or the Operations Manager.
Health & Safety Responsibilities
- Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety policies and practices, meeting and exceeding regulatory and legal requirements.
- Provide guidance and advice to staff regarding Health & Safety legislation and organizational policies.
- Conduct investigations into industrial accidents, injuries, and near miss incidents, and recommend corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
- Ensure the development, review, and auditing of a comprehensive Health & Safety Policy, including risk assessments for all firefighting tasks, manual handling, working at height, operation of all firefighting equipment, and COSHH assessments.
Watch (Shift) Duties
- Perform watch duties during periods of severe manpower shortage.
Officer Duties
- Perform Senior Officer duties in accordance with the approved shift roster.
- Act as Incident Commander (Person in Charge) in the absence of the Senior Officer.
Training Responsibilities
- Coordinate with the Training Department to ensure all crew members attend mandatory training courses in accordance with the Red Kite system.
- Deliver and conduct theoretical and practical tactical firefighting training, as well as airport familiarization tours for all watches, to enhance individual skills, knowledge, and operational readiness.
- Monitor and follow up on response time tests on a monthly basis.
- Record all conducted training courses in the Red Kite system.
- Perform any other duties requested by the Operations Manager in support of the Training Team.
Experience
- Airport Fire Fighting Services Operations Category CAT 10.
- Academic qualification: Not required
- Proficiency in the English language in accordance with QCAR 006 (as amended), ADR.OPS.B.024, and Hamad International Airport (HIA) / Doha International Airport (DIA) Manuals
- Communication Certificate issued by the Airport Operating Authority
- Required Specialized Training: Firefighter Course, Crew Leader Course, Manager Course, Supervisor Course (if available).
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