Job Description

Department of Local Government, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitable and competent individual to ensure standardisation of fire operations, command and control of fire fighting and operational planning for risks identified by workgroups.
Minimum Requirements
An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification) in Fire Technology or Disaster Management; A minimum of 3 years relevant experience; A valid code B (or higher) driving license. NB People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply.
Recommendation None.
Key Performance Areas
Provides leadership for developing, implementing, and evaluating activities intended to prevent or reduce the negative consequences of fire and improve life safety of citizens; Provide technical guidance and assistance to Local Government Fire & Rescue Services to improve fire prevention, protection, and life safety of citizens; Develop and maintain cooperative agreements between Local Government, Designated services, and other fire agencies; Determines fire prevention, protection and life safety priorities, goals, and objectives and the subsequent strategies and methods and monitors interventions appropriately; Develops new or proposed plans, policies, procedures, and guidelines and makes recommendations on the need for new or modified policies regarding fire prevention, protection, and life safety; Provides information about fire service prevention, protection and life safety interventions and capabilities and performs Category of Authorized Persons investigations; Maintain specialized workgroups and assist with maintenance of fire protection associations to enhance fire prevention, protection and life safety initiatives; Co-ordinate training programmes and information sessions to enhance fire prevention, protection, and life safety interventions; Evaluates the effectiveness of public fire prevention, protection and life safety programmes by collecting and analysing relevant data and statistics; Co-ordinate and network as appropriate with counterparts in adjoining jurisdictions and with officials at the regional, provincial and national levels; Coordinates and prepares a variety of plans, project plans, budgets, reports, presentations, and records; Participates in continuing education programmes, conferences, seminars to strengthen then individual knowledge and skills; It will be advantageous to have exposure in a fire disaster environment.
Competencies
Knowledge of the following: Fire operations, Command and Control, Fire safety and awareness and inspection programs; Department's financial directives and instructions (PFMA); Procurement requirements; Human Resource Management; Budgeting procedures; Expenditure control; Relevant acts and legislation; Written and verbal communication skills; Project Management and Crisis Management skills.
Remuneration
R 468 459 per annum plus 37% in lieu of benefits (Salary level 9)
Note on remuneration in addition to service benefits or obligations for qualifying employees (medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc) are funded or co-funded in terms of the applicable prescripts or collective agreements.
Notes
Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit copies of their documentation for verification purposes. These candidates will be required to complete a practical assessment and attend the interview on a date and time as determined by the department and may also be required to undergo competency assessments/proficiency test. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.
By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving.
Should you experience difficulties with your online application, kindly note that technical support (challenges with online application) is only available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00. You may contact the helpline at 0861 370 214. Otherwise, all other queries relating to the position, kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered.

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