CHIEF FIRE OFFICER – (1 Position)

In brief

**Overview** This is a summary of the Chief Fire Officer position at Gateway Airports Authority Limited (Gaal). The role, identified by reference number CFO: 10/2026, is a single vacancy reporting directly to the Senior Operations Manager. The remuneration offered is a Total Cost to Company Package ranging from R 700,000.00 to R 779,012.00. **What you will do** Key responsibilities for this position include: * Translating regulatory requirements, group policy, and standards to develop local Fire & Rescue structures, operational plans, and procedures for the airport. * Developing and maintaining an aerodrome emergency management manual approved by SACAA. * Maintaining the aerodrome emergency management system. * Ensuring airport fire category compliance and statutory appointments as per requirements. * Approving and overseeing the bird and wildlife plan/program for the airport in line with group strategy. * Ensuring the fire prevention program is current and that compliance checks and inspections (including airfield) are conducted as per statutory requirements. * Coordinating and influencing government agencies (Dept. of Health, Medical Response Services, Disaster Management) and other stakeholders’ emergency plans (e.g., Retailers/Tenants/Banks). * Planning, organizing, leading, and controlling subordinate activities to ensure sub-functional objectives are met or exceeded. * Monitoring and ensuring adherence to local and international regulatory requirements, organizational standards, policies, and procedures. * Managing people development initiatives such as performance management, succession planning, and talent management to ensure team performance meets required standards. * Providing technical professional support to internal and external stakeholders to ensure achievement of functional and organizational objectives. **Requirements (from the original advert)** Minimum Qualifications and Experience Required: * Diploma (360 credits) – Fire Technology is essential. * Bachelor’s degree (360 credits) - Operational/Regulatory is recommended. * Proficiency and working knowledge of Microsoft Office packages. * A minimum of 5 years Fire and Rescue Operational Experience is essential. * A minimum of 3 years Fire and Rescue Management Experience is recommended. * SAESI (South African Emergency Institution) and IFE (International Fire Engineer) is recommended. * Fire Fighter 2 Certificate, First Aid Level 3/BAA recommended. * Code 10 or above required. Competence and/or Skills Required: * Good Public relations. * Effective communication and interpersonal skills. * Prepared to work under pressure. * Computer Literacy. * Qualified Instructor. * Certificate to offer recognized internal training. * Experience in use of all firefighting equipment and extinguishers media and airport experience. * Clean criminal record – clearance certificate must be submitted. The following Skills will be an added advantage: * Advanced fire prevention. * Fire investigations. * Registered or eligible to be registered as Peace Officer. * Ambulance emergency assistant. * Advanced risk management, health, and safety. * Command and control skills. * Overall multi-disciplinary incident management. **Who should apply** The ideal candidate for the Chief Fire Officer role is a highly experienced fire professional with an essential Diploma in Fire Technology and a minimum of 5 years in Fire and Rescue Operational Experience, alongside required experience in airport firefighting equipment and media. They should possess strong management capabilities, with a recommended 3 years of Fire and Rescue Management experience. Essential skills include proficiency in Microsoft Office, computer literacy, good public relations, effective communication, and interpersonal skills, and the ability to work under pressure. The candidate must also be a Qualified Instructor with a certificate for recognized internal training and possess a clean criminal record. Candidates with a Bachelor’s degree in Operational/Regulatory, SAESI/IFE certifications, Fire Fighter 2 Certificate, First Aid Level 3/BAA, and a Code 10 or above driver's license are particularly well-suited. Additional advantageous skills include advanced fire prevention, fire investigations, risk management, and incident command capabilities. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.govpage.co.za/vacancies/gateway-airports-authority-limited-gaal-vacancies#spani-ref-cfo-10-2026 Source: govpage

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• At least 3 years of experience.

• Microsoft Office
• First aid
• Driver's licence

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