EMERGENCY PLANNING OFFICER (3 POSTS)

City of Tshwane • Tallahassee, FL

10h

About The Position

To perform skilled technical tasks associated with the interpretation, application and enforcement of fire protection regulations and technical fire safety requirements as it relates to town-planning scheme applications, changes in building occupancy, scrutiny of fire protection plans for code compliance and the final inspection of buildings in accordance with approved fire protection plans

Requirements

• Grade 12
• National diploma in Fire Technology
• At least three years’ continuous experience in a recognised emergency services environment
• A valid Code B driving licence
• Must have reasonable levels of physical and medical fitness with no respiratory anomalies
• Willingness to be assigned to any geographical fire station in Tshwane
• Willingness and ability to be on standby and work after hours on weekends and public holidays
• Must undergo a criminal record check and such a person shall allow their fingerprints to be taken by the Tshwane Metro Police Department at own cost

Responsibilities

• Apply the requirements of the Fire Protection Regulations as these relate to building design submissions
• Analyse and report on town-planning scheme applications and forecast the situational context of applications against prevailing fire safety codes and fire response coverage
• Apply the relevant fire codes and standards as these relate to the design, installation and storage of dangerous and classified goods and substances
• Undertake routine proactive, reactive and programmed technical fire safety inspections of premises, buildings, installations and all types of occupancies to determine compliance with relevant laws, codes or standards
• Determine the origin and cause of a fire, as well as identify the dangers involved in processes and materials

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED