Fire Safety Assistant

Safe, reliable and efficient Rescue and Fire Fighting services.

Aviation Section, Bentiu

6 months

The Fire Safety Assistant will be based in Bentiu and under the direct supervision of Air Operations OIC in Bentiu, and supporting UNMISS Aviation operations by providing firefighting and rescue services in accordance with established rules and regulations. The fire Safety Assistant will be responsible for; • Installation, inspection, and maintenance of UNMISS fire-fighting equipment and materials in the airfield. • Ensuring integrity of all fire-fighting equipment and materials at the airfield. • Extinguishing and suppressing all fires that may break out at or in the vicinity of the airfield by using UNMISS firefighting equipment. • Responding to all aircraft emergencies. • Driving and operate emergency vehicles safely and efficiently, responding to calls promptly; maintain the firefighting vehicles, ensuring they are in optimal condition. • Assisting in conduction of the fire investigation to establish causes of fire and make appropriate preventive recommendations for future use. • Carrying out surveys at airfields/helipads as per recommendation of UNMISS Aviation Fire Marshal. • Keeping records of all fire-fighting equipment and materials at the airfield/ helipads and advise UNMISS Aviation Fire Marshal on improvement, replenishment and replacement of fire-fighting equipment, materials and chemicals whenever required. • Carrying out any other duties as directed by Air Operations Officer of the Air Region. • Driving and operate fire fighting vehicles to maintain local standby for all aircraft operations including engine start up, re-fueling/de-fueling, landings and departures, Ground engine runs. • Driving Fire fighting vehicles to pre-determined positions and maintain active stand by for VIP movements, and during adverse weather conditions.

Education: High school diploma or certificate is required. Work Experience: A minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in the operation of heavy-duty trucks, general knowledge of procedures and regulations for aero fire-fighting operations, experience in the operations of aero fire-fighting equipment and VHF radio communication is required. License: Valid driving permit for heavy duty vehicles is required. Training: Basic training in rescue and aero- rescue and firefighting services is required. Competencies PROFESSIONALISM: Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Commitment to implementing the goal of gender equality by ensuring the equal participation and full involvement of women and men in all aspects of work. TEAMWORK: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others' ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings. PLANNING & ORGANIZING; Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; Foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; Monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position(s) advertised, fluency in English (both oral and written) is required.

Not available.

THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.