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Rheinmetall Denel Munition (RF) (Pty) Ltd
Town:
Potchefstroom
Position:
Fire Officer Intern x2
Experience Needed:
Diploma in Fire Technology from SAESI or higher.
Firefighter1, Firefighter 2, Hazmat Awareness &hazmat Operational
First Aid Level 3
Ability to function independently in highly pressurized and stressful environments.
Requirements:
Good written and verbal communication skills.
Code C1 Drivers Licence.
Must be physically fit, have the ability to work at heights, in confined spaces & under limited visual conditions (subject to fitness assessment).
Willing to work standby duties as well as planned / unplanned overtime as dictated by working circumstances.
Duties Include:
PURPOSE OF THE JOB: The Fire Officer Intern will be responsible to support the fire officers in their daily tasks and responsibilities.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Execution of the services and maintenance program on portable firefighting equipment to make sure that all equipment is in good working condition and legally compliant.
Assist the Chief Fire Officer with fire risk assessments for the relevant RDM sites in order to identify high risk areas and focus risk mitigation efforts
Assist in coordination the execution of the fire equipment maintenance program for fixed and portable firefighting equipment to make sure that all equipment is serviced and serviceable as and when required
Assist in conducting scheduled visual fire equipment inspections on RDM sites to pro-actively monitor equipment serviceability
Assist in performing standby duties during maintenance activities when required
Assist in emergency response to fire calls on site or those threatening the site
Assist in standby duties for high-risk activities (testing or munitions)
Assist in ensuring all emergency vehicles are checked and kept serviceable
Assist in ensuring portable fire equipment, hydrants, hose reels, sprinkler systems serviced to SANS 1475-1
Assist in ensuring that all fixed installation systems are serviced to the applicable standards
Participate in Fire Department drills to maintain state of readiness
Additional Info:
Rheinmetall Denel Munitions Policies and Procedures and ensures compliance to ISO Standards with respect to SHE/Quality/Environmental/Energy
Starting Date:
July 12, 2025
Date Created:
July 2, 2025
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