Firefighter, Safety & Security

Aga Khan Hospital & Medical College

Karachi , Pakistan

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Aga Khan University is seeking a dedicated Firefighter for its Safety & Security department based in Karachi. The successful candidate will play a critical role in ensuring fire safety and emergency response within the university’s facilities, including hospitals and construction sites. This position demands prompt and effective action during fire incidents, regular safety inspections, and active participation in fire safety training and drills. The role also involves maintaining detailed records of firefighting equipment and activities, supporting emergency response teams during evacuations, and operating fire tenders when required.

Key Responsibilities

- Respond promptly to fire and smoke incidents using appropriate firefighting media to extinguish fires efficiently.
- Conduct and assist in fire safety training sessions for hospital staff to enhance awareness and preparedness.
- Perform safety rounds in construction areas and report unsafe practices.
- Respond to fire calls received via phone, fire panels, or verbal communication.
- Assist the Emergency Response Team (ERT) during evacuation procedures.
- Maintain accurate logs of firefighter movements, issuance and receipt of fire extinguishers, equipment, and incident details in the fire occurrence book.
- Carry out monthly inspections of firefighting equipment, fire panels, emergency exits, and related safety infrastructure according to the inspection schedule.
- Support fire drills, fire practices, and safety demonstrations.
- Perform stand-by duties as required, including during hot work permits.
- Supervise or coordinate training and inspection of firefighting equipment at collection points, Integrated Medical Services (IMS), and secondary hospitals when needed.
- Operate fire tenders as a fire engine driver during deputation.
- Conduct routine checks of firefighting equipment, stickers, fire engine pumps, and accessories, completing inspection checklists for records.
- Maintain fire engine vehicle conditions, including lubricating oil, fuel, water, foam levels, tire pressure, and cleanliness.
- Refill and clean fire buckets according to schedule.

Required Qualifications

- Matriculation certificate.
- Fireman course and leading fireman course certificates from Civil Defence Pakistan.
- Practical experience of two to three years as a firefighter.
- Familiarity with all types of portable and trolley-mounted fire extinguishers.
- Knowledge of operation and use of fire water and gas suppression systems.
- Experience with firefighting and rescue tools and accessories.
- Understanding of evacuation techniques and ability to read fire and evacuation plans.
- Ability to read, write, and speak Urdu fluently.
- Valid Heavy Transport Vehicle (HTV) driving license is required if deputed as a fire engine driver.
- Experience operating fire tenders as a fire engine driver is essential for deputation roles.

Preferred Qualifications

- First aid course certificate from a reputable organization will be given preference.

Aga Khan University is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and expects all employees to uphold its standards of respect and safety. Comprehensive employment reference checks will be conducted as part of the hiring process.