AD Ports Group, a leading global enabler of integrated trade, industry and logistics solutions, is committed to building elite trade and logistics propositions. As trade has grown, so have we. Today, we are an integrated business across five clusters – Ports, Economic Cities & Free Zones, Maritime & Shipping, Logistics, and Digital connecting global maritime routes and international trading partners. Through organic growth and partnerships, AD Ports Group has developed over the years into an integrated premier enabler of trade, industrialisation, and economic diversification. Established by Emiri Decree and owned by ADQ, an active sovereign investor focused on critical infrastructure and global supply chains.
About the Role
The Firefighter will be a key member of the Operations Support – PC department, tasked with responding swiftly to emergency calls of any nature across Abu Dhabi Ports facilities. Working under the direction of the Officer in Charge, you will execute fire suppression, rescue, and safety duties while maintaining equipment and ensuring compliance with all safety regulations. This role demands physical fitness, teamwork, and a commitment to protecting personnel, assets, and the environment.
Responsibilities
Core Responsibilities:
Respond immediately and safely to emergency calls, unforeseen circumstances and requests for assistance.
Protect the public and property at incidents of fires, road accidents, floods, bomb incidents, spillages of dangerous substances, and rail and air crashes Rescuing trapped people and animals.
Inspect and maintain the appliance (fire engine) and its equipment, assisting in the testing of fire hydrants and checking emergency water supplies.
Undertake drills and physical training on techniques, use of equipment and related matters; maintaining the level of physical fitness necessary to carry out all the duties of a firefighter.
Drive fire vehicles in a safe manner to any locations inside or outside the port in accordance with routine periodic maintenance and checks.
Qualifications
Educational and Technical Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Fire Safety, Engineering, Science, HSE, or a related field. Master's degree is a plus.
Firefighter Level II (at least 120 hours beyond Firefighter Level I) course including knowledge on fire, fire suppression and suppression systems, fire behavior, fire chemistry, fire rescue, firefighting equipment, fire appliance, safety, survival and hazmat operations, in accordance with NFPA 1081 (fulfilment of NFPA 1001 requirements shall be additionally beneficial)
Certified Emergency Vehicle Operations (CEVO) – at least 16 hours in accordance with NFPA 1451 and 1002
Hazmat operation level course (at least 24 hours) in accordance with NFPA 472, OSHA 29 CFR 1910.120, or EPA 40 CFR Part 311
First responder course (OPRC Level 1 – at least 40 hours) in accordance with IMO
Driving license issued in UAE
Language Skills:
Excellent English. Arabic is an added advantage
Years of Experience:
A minimum of 0-1 years of experience in a similar role
Nature of Experience:
Attend fire in buildings.
Attend Road Traffic Accidents
Able to perform basic first aid.
Understand basic Hazardous Material response procedures.
Line rescue and confined space would be an advantage
SECTION IV: KEY INTERACTIONS
Key Internal Contacts:
Purpose of Interaction:
Port stakeholders
Provide fire safety advice, participate in exercises and drills and assist wherever required.
Key External Contacts:
Purpose of Interaction:
Abu Dhabi Civil Defense
ADCD provide support to Abu Dhabi Ports for large scale incidents
Technical Competencies required for the role
Resource Management of Emergency Situations
Preventative Maintenance Techniques and Methodology (PM)
Fire Detection and Control
Hazardous Substance Management
Risk Management
Key Skills
Fire suppressionRescue operationsEmergency responseFire safetyHazardous material responseFirst aidPhysical fitnessEquipment maintenanceFire engine operationRisk managementResource managementFire detectionSafety regulationsTeamworkIncident management
Categories
Security & SafetyTransportationLogisticsEngineeringGovernment & Public Sector
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The firefighter is responsible for responding immediately to emergency calls, including fires, accidents, and hazardous material incidents across port facilities. They must also perform regular equipment maintenance, conduct safety drills, and ensure compliance with all safety regulations.
