Junior Fire Fighter (X1)

About the role

The Central Karoo District Municipality, based in Beaufort West and covering the local municipalities of Laingsburg, Prince Albert and Beaufort West, is recruiting a Junior Fire Fighter (X1). The role sits in the Environment Health and Safety field and covers fire suppression, rescue, emergency medical care and equipment maintenance.

Key responsibilities

• Suppress and control fires in structures and other locations using specialised knowledge and tools
• Conduct rescue efforts for people involved in accidents
• Provide emergency medical attention
• Take part in fire and life safety training and preparation
• Maintain vehicles, equipment and the fire station
• Perform basic administrative functions and operate apparatus and machinery
• Operate light and heavy vehicles and machinery up to the level of certification
• Ensure a safe and healthy work environment

Required profile

• Grade 12 or higher (Matric)
• At least one year of operational experience
• Firefighter I course, Hazmat Awareness and First Aid Level 3
• Code EB driver's licence
• Physically and mentally fit, passing the NFPA 1582 medical test
• No criminal record

Applications are made through the municipality's official application form, available on its website, accompanied by certified copies of qualifications and the driver's licence.