Asst. Destination Commander - Marine

Job description

Job Title: Marine Assistant Destination Fire Commander – Senior Manager
Job Purpose
Manage day-to-day Marine Emergency Response operations of Red Sea Fire and Rescue (RSRF).
Manage assigned activities within the water aerodromes in compliance with General Authority for Civil Aviation (GACA) regulations.
Lead, direct, and have line management responsibility for Shift Commanders or other marine specialists and their teams.
Oversee operational readiness of Marine RSFR services to maintain a high standard of fire and rescue capabilities across all RSG marine assets.
Provide operational emergency response to large-scale incidents and assume Incident Commander role at Tactical (Silver) level.
Provide 24/7 rotational cover to support emergency response, strategic oversight, and act as departmental SME in complex situations.
Support the strategic direction of the Red Sea/Amaala project through exceptional customer service, engagement, continuous education, fire prevention, and emergency response.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Contribution
Support the Destination Fire Commander in implementing RSFRS Marine Strategy.
Deputize for the Destination Fire Commander when required.
Lead and support personnel in resolving operational emergency incidents.
Assume Incident Command in accordance with the RSFRS Incident Command System.
Identify and resolve hazards and risks through inspection and investigation.
Enforce Health & Safety policies and workplace discipline.
Prepare, monitor, and manage Opex and Capex budgets.
Plan and implement operational activities to meet service delivery needs.
Ensure operational readiness of all staff, appliances, and equipment.
Produce clear and timely incident and administrative reports.
Develop policies, procedures, guidelines, and training materials aligned with best practice.
Manage and deliver community safety and enforcement programs.
Liaise professionally with relevant services and stakeholders.
Functional/Technical
Supervise and coordinate marine emergency scene operations.
Mentor employees and support professional development.
Maintain compliance with operational policies and ensure apparatus readiness.
Participate in fire strategy meetings and annual business plan execution.
Translate strategy into operational business plans and monitor performance.
Policies, Processes, and Reports
Follow all relevant policies, processes, and SOPs to ensure consistent operations.
Prepare accurate and timely MIS statements and functional reports.
Safety, Quality & Environment
Apply safety, quality, and environmental management controls to ensure compliance, quality service delivery, and environmental responsibility.
Continuous Improvement
Identify opportunities for system, process, and productivity improvements aligned with international best practice.
Job Requirements
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in related field or Business Administration.
NFPA 1021, NFPA 1005, and NFPA 1006 certifications (or equivalent).
Proficient swimmer (50m within 90 seconds).
Experience
Minimum 10 years’ relevant experience, including at least 5 years in a marine supervisory role.
Experienced Incident Commander capable of Tactical (Silver) Command.
Preferred
NFPA 1003 / NFPA 405 certifications.
IYT Powerboat Skipper up to 24m (or equivalent).
VHF-SRC CoC Marine Communications Course.
Skills
Leadership and mentoring.
Incident command and crisis management.
Time management and team building.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Digital communication, reporting, and presentation.
Problem solving, situational awareness, and operational planning.