Fireman

Designation

Fireman

Department

Administration

Location

Ahmedabad

Reporting to

Deputy Registrar

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and ensure immediate response to all emergency calls, including participation in scheduled mock drills.

• Conduct fire safety inspection rounds of the campus as per the prescribed schedule and checklist.

• Implement Incident Command and Control techniques during emergencies for effective response, control, and mitigation.

• Respond promptly to fire and other emergencies and actively participate in firefighting and rescue operations.

• Carry out Inspection, Testing and Maintenance (ITM) of firefighting equipment and systems as per the prescribed schedule.

• Perform standby duties during critical jobs and activities requiring fire safety coverage.

• Regularly check, maintain and ensure the readiness of firefighting equipment and systems.

• Ensure compliance with applicable fire safety standards, procedures, guidelines and checklists.

• Maintain the Fire Station Log Book, Occurrence Book and other shift-related records and documentation.

• Maintain discipline, proper conduct and readiness within the Fire Station.

• Report any defects, safety hazards or abnormalities observed during inspections to the concerned authority.

• Coordinate with relevant departments and emergency response teams during fire and other emergency situations.

• Conduct daily inspections of fire extinguishers, hose reels, hydrants, landing valves, fire hoses, nozzles, and other fire-fighting equipment.

• Check the operational readiness of fire pumps, including electric, diesel-engine, and jockey pumps, as per the approved inspection schedule.

• Verify that the fire pump room, fire-water tanks, valves, and associated equipment are accessible and maintained in proper condition.

• Check the Fire Alarm System (FAS), manual call points, smoke/heat detectors, hooters, and other alarm devices for visible damage or abnormal indications.

• Immediately report system faults, leakage, low tank-water levels, pump abnormalities, alarm-panel troubles, and any equipment found defective.

• Ensure that fire exits, staircases, corridors, fire doors, and access routes remain clear and unobstructed.

• Assist authorised maintenance vendors during inspections, preventive maintenance, testing, and repairs of fire-safety systems.

• Inspect assigned areas for fire hazards, including improper storage of combustible materials, electrical hazards, blocked exits, and unsafe practices.

   

Educational Qualifications

• HSC or equivalent qualification.

   

Professional Certifications

• 1-year certified Fireman course.

• Any additional certification in Fire Safety, Firefighting or Emergency Response will be an added advantage.

Professional Experience

• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in firefighting, fire safety, emergency response or a similar role.

• Relevant experience in fire safety, firefighting or emergency response.

  Knowledge of firefighting procedures, fire prevention and emergency response.

Skills and Competencies

• Good knowledge of firefighting and rescue operations.

• Knowledge of fire safety procedures, standards and emergency response protocols.

• Ability to respond quickly and effectively during emergency situations.

• Basic understanding of firefighting equipment, systems and their maintenance.

• Ability to conduct fire safety inspections and identify potential hazards.

• Knowledge of Incident Command and Control techniques.

• Good observation and situational awareness.

• Ability to work effectively in shifts and during emergency situations.

• Good discipline, alertness and physical fitness.

• Good communication and coordination skills.

• Ability to maintain accurate records and shift-related documentation.