Firefighter Trainee - 100 Posts at Kenya Airports Authority

Job Purpose

The job holder will be responsible for providing and carrying out rescue and firefighting services to passengers, other airport users, and property.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Conducting fire and rescue services through firefighting in crashed aircraft and reported fire outbreaks in buildings to save life and property
• Responding to aircraft emergencies as per airport services manual
• Inspecting fire engines, appliances, and equipment to ensure serviceability
• Cleaning and maintaining appliances and equipment at the fire station to ensure they are in good working order
• Inspecting runways, taxiways, and apron for fuel spillage and Foreign Object Debris (FODs) and ensuring that they are clean and safe
• Inspecting the airport boundary and topography to ensure their accessibility
• Operating pumps and driving fire engines and vehicles when required
• Participating in fire drills as required

Key Qualifications and Experience

• Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) Grade C (Plain) and KCSE Grade C- (Minus) for candidates from Minority groups, Marginalised Communities and Persons living with Disabilities (PWDs)
• Basic Fire Training from National Youth Service (NYS) or a recognized institution (added advantage)
• Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certificate (added advantage)
• Age requirement: 26 years or older and not more than 28 years (applicants from Minority groups, Marginalised Communities and Persons living with Disabilities have extended age eligibility)

Skills and Competencies

• Teamwork
• Good communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills