Fire Fighter vacancies at Nkangala District Municipality
Deadline: 25 July 2024
Location: Mpumalanga, South Africa
About Fire Fighter vacancies
The Nkangala District Municipality is recruiting and invites qualifying candidates to apply for the Fire Fighter positions.
- Salary Scale: R222 668 – R247 741 per annum
- REFERENCE NUMBER: NDM/CS 13 /07/2024
- DURATION: Permanent
REQUIREMENTS
- Grade 12, Certificate in Fire Fighter 1 and 2 and BAA certificate or First Aid Level III with valid HPCSA registration, Hazmat Operations and Hazmat awareness and Code EC driver’s license with PrDP (Professional driving permit )
- Medical fitness test
EXPERIENCE: Three (3) years relevant experience in firefighting.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Quick response to emergency calls and requests for rescue services including rescue for trapped people and animals.
- Adhere to health and safety requirements as prescribed by OHSA.
- Quick response to community and national disasters and unforeseen incidences in line with Fire and Rescue Services.
- Clear accident/incident sites; Inspect and maintain fire and rescue services fleet including fire engines and equipment.
- Assist with regular testing of fire hydrants and emergency water supplies; undertake drills; physical training on techniques and use of equipment as well as self-development to improve and maintain effective personal performance.
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- Apply for Data Capturer vacancies at Department of Health (X37 Posts)
- Permanent Vacancies at the Department of Correctional Services
- UMALUSI Receptionist vacancy (2-year fixed term contract)
COMPETENCY
- RESCUE OPERAIONS- Ability to perform rescue and extrication
- SPECIAL OPERATIONS (HAZMAT, URBAN SERACH AND RESCUE) – ability to perform special operations
- FIRE SAFETY AND PREVENTION – Ability to identify fire risks and prevention measures (related to firefighting operational personnel)
How to apply
Applicants should apply online attaching: an application letter, detailed CV together with certified copies of qualifications and identity document, as well as the completed, prescribed NDM General Application Form for Employment (available from Council’s web site www.nkangaladm.gov.za), and send it to: e-recruitment@nkangaladm.gov.za. Nkangala District Municipality reserves the right not to fill any of the positions.
The successful candidate will undergo security and qualifications vetting and enter into an employment contract / performance agreement with the municipality and will be subjected to a 6 months’ probation period and disclosure of financial interests, as requested, must be submitted. Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates.
For enquiries: Contact Ms Susan Silinda on (013) 249 2082
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