Station Officer (UAE National)

Overview

Responsibilities

• Provide Incident Command during emergency situations, making critical decisions to effectively manage and mitigate incidents.
• Ensure the maintenance program for vehicles and fire equipment is followed across Abu Dhabi Airports, ensuring fire trucks and other equipment are functional, compliant with standards, and ready for emergencies.
• Continually monitor and evaluate individual and team performance through appraisals, feedback, coaching, training needs identification, and managing underperformance.
• Lead and manage the watch, ensuring preparedness for all emergency situations involving aircraft, airport facilities, and surrounding areas.
• Maintain operational readiness of workforce, firefighting vehicles, equipment, and facilities to ensure the required airport category is always maintained.
• Plan and approve annual leave schedules and manage absences to ensure adequate staffing in line with Standard Operating Procedures.
• Coordinate with key stakeholders to develop emergency response plans and establish protocols for various incident scenarios.
• Conduct regular drills and exercises to maintain high readiness levels and assess effectiveness of emergency procedures.
• Liaise with airport management, airlines, and key stakeholders to ensure a coordinated approach to airport safety and security.
• Oversee training and professional development of Rescue and Fire Fighting Services (RFFS) personnel, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and maintaining accurate records.
• Ensure that risks and hazards are properly reported and corrective actions are implemented.
• **Requirements and Skills**
• Certifications relevant to discipline.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and motivate a team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Must be physically and medically fit to meet the demands of the role.
• Accredited certification at Watch Manager (or equivalent).
• Bachelor’s degree in any discipline (preferred).
• Extensive experience in aviation rescue and firefighting services (5+ years), with a minimum of 3 years at supervisory level.