Fire Marshal
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Position Summary
Swan Global W.L.L. is seeking qualified and experienced Firemen to be deployed at a major industrial fuel facility in Doha, Qatar.
The selected candidates will be responsible for fire prevention, protection, and emergency response operations across depot, plant, warehouse, and office locations.
This is a long-term engagement requiring highly competent professionals with a
strong oil & gas or industrial firefighting background.
Key Responsibilities
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Stand by at the designated fire station and respond immediately to alarms, operating all relevant firefighting appliances during emergency situations
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Inspect, maintain, and test portable and handheld firefighting equipment; support drills, demonstrations, and staff training sessions
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Patrol critical areas of the facility; identify and report unsafe acts or conditions; ensure continuous equipment operability
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Inspect, clean, and test firefighting apparatus and tools including hoses, fittings, hydrants, ladders, and extinguishers
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Operate radios and telephones; log and communicate status updates to facility control and focal points
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Coordinate with Civil Defense authorities as required during incidents and emergencies
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Conduct firefighting drills, practice sessions, and safety awareness talks
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Train internal fire squads in line with facility procedures and requirements
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Coordinate with Security personnel as required
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Maintain accurate logs, reports, and documentation as required
Mandatory Qualifications & Certifications
All certifications must be
valid and current
at time of deployment.
Refresher training must have been completed within the last 6 months.
• Basic Firefighting Certificate
— valid and current (mandatory)
• Advanced Firefighting Certificate
— valid and current (mandatory)
• Basic First Aid Certificate
— valid and current (mandatory)
• HAZMAT / HAZCOM Training
— must be completed pre-deployment
• Confined Space Entry Certification
— must be completed pre-deployment
• Refresher Training Proof
— within last 6 months prior to deployment
Experience Requirements
- Minimum 5 years
- of frontline firefighting experience in oil & gas, petrochemical, fuel storage, or similar heavy industrial environments — MANDATORY
- Hands-on experience operating firefighting appliances, fire trucks, and emergency response vehicles
- Proven experience in fire prevention, inspection routines, and emergency response
Experience
conducting firefighting drills, training sessions, and safety awareness programs
•
Familiarity with Civil Defense codes and local authority fire safety regulations in Qatar (preferred)
Driving License Requirements
Both licenses are
mandatory and must be valid Qatari licenses
.
Costs of obtaining these licenses will NOT be reimbursed by the employer.
• Heavy Vehicle (HV) Driving License
— Qatari license to operate fire trucks and heavy firefighting vehicles
• Light Motor Vehicle (LMV) Driving License
— Qatari license, Manual transmission, to operate support and utility vehicles
Age Requirement
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Candidates must be a maximum of 35 years of age at the time of initial deployment and mobilization
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This age criterion applies to all replacement staff supplied during the contract period
Technical Skills
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Extensive knowledge of firefighting tactics, strategies, and equipment
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Competence in the use of breathing apparatus (BA) and rescue equipment including confined space rescue gear
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Ability to inspect, operate, and maintain all types of portable firefighting and fire protection equipment
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Knowledge of fire detection systems, hydrant systems, and sprinkler systems
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Ability to operate and drive fire trucks and emergency response vehicles
Physical & Medical Requirements
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Physically fit, vigilant, and capable of working in extreme heat and pressure conditions
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Must pass a comprehensive pre-deployment medical/physical examination including: CBC, FBS, ECG, VO₂Max, HbA1c, Spirometry, Lipid Profile, Kidney & Liver function, and vision/audiometry tests
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No disqualifying permanent disabilities (e.g. severe hearing loss, color blindness, prosthetics impacting duty)
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No criminal record in Qatar or abroad
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No addiction to drugs, alcohol, or other substances
Language & Communication
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English — reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills are MANDATORY
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Arabic — speaking and listening skills are preferred
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Basic computer skills — Microsoft Word, Excel, and email for reporting and documentation
Uniform & Ppe
The following Personal Protective Equipment will be provided by Swan Global W.L.L. :
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Fire Suit — Aramid Fiber (sand color)
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Firefighting Gloves — FHR 002
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Firefighting Boots — FHR Leather
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Safety Helmet — Calisia Vulcan 102 Type B (or approved equivalent)
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Standard PPE — Coverall, safety shoes, goggles as per facility PPE matrix
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All gear customized with company logo; name tag to be visible on uniform at all times
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