43002020 - Manager (Fire Safety)

PUBLIC SAFETY DEPARTMENT MANAGER (FIRE SAFETY) REF NO: 43002020 FIRE SERVICES DIRECTORATE FIRE SAFETY DIVISION Total Value of Remuneration Package R1 037 698/R1 316 710 pa Grade: 14 To contribute to the prevention of and the reduction in the incidence and severity of fires and other threatening dangers as well as undertaking the high-level of technical functions associated with fire safety function. • Manage the disposition and work efficiency of a section of Fire Safety Officers through providing guidance on prioritization of inspections required by legislation, complaints and routine inspections. • Provide direction to Fire Safety Officers in advising applicants/architects/engineers on matters related to fire safety in buildings and conduct intensive fire safety surveys to advise on measures to be taken to minimise risk from fire life and property. • Contribute to the development of Fire Safety policies and risk mitigation procedures and conduct researches based on all aspects around fire and safety matters. • Collate information on the changing environment, new products and concepts used in building design, advising Fire Safety Officers on measuring new products and concepts against standards and legislation. • Provide direction to developers on procedures relating to the certification of Fire Safety building materials and disseminates such information to the Branch. • Determine and implement fire safety measurements, crowd control limits and structural requirement regarding special events. • Assist in the delivery of emergency services under abnormal conditions requiring application of the global department resource. • Provide technical education including sound engineering practice by ensuring that Architects, Engineers and Building designers apply and implement sound fire safety practices in their designs for building approvals. Competencies: • Community and customer focus. • Resilience. • Ethics and professionalism. • Firefighting. • Fire safety and prevention. • Safety and welfare. • Interpersonal relationships. • Service delivery orientation. • Action and outcome orientation. • Learning orientation. • Problem solving. • Coaching and mentoring. Essential Requirements: • Diploma in Fire Technology or any other related and equivalent qualification. Fire Investigation certificate. • Valid motor vehicle driving license. • 11 years relevant operational experience of which 3 years must be at a supervisory level (e.g. Station Commander). • Computer literacy. Special Conditions: • Must be prepared to work anywhere within the area of authority having jurisdiction. • Must perform standby duties and perform duties outside normal office hours. • Must be prepared to undergo psychometric and or work sample assessment(s). • Advances from Station Commander level. Physical Requirements: • Must satisfy the medical standards prescribed by the Department. Essentail Experience • 11 years relevant operational experience of which 3 years must be at a supervisory level (e.g. Station Commander)., Computer Literacy. Essential Qualifications • Diploma in Fire Technology or any other related and equivalent qualification., Fire Investigation certificate., Valid motor vehicle driving license Preferred Qualifications • Nil.