Job ID
49393
Job Title
Terminal Firefighting Officer
To work for
UCK Airports
Country
Syria
City
Damascus
Field of Work
H&S/Work Protection - Operations
Job Type
Full time
Military service
Not Specified
Minimum Education Level
Diploma
Responsibilities
• Assist in the management of passenger flow and crowd control during emergency evacuations to ensure safe egress from terminal areas.
• Monitor and identify potential fire hazards related to terminal retail, food & beverage outlets, and storage areas.
• Perform regular checks on fire doors, emergency exits, and escape route signage to ensure they remain unobstructed and operational.
• Provide initial first aid or basic life support to passengers or staff during medical emergencies within the terminal prior to the arrival of medical teams.
• Respond to fire, smoke, evacuation, and emergency incidents within terminal buildings in accordance with approved procedures.
• Operate firefighting equipment, fire suppression systems, and emergency response tools safely and effectively.
• Participate in emergency drills, evacuation exercises, and preparedness activities.
• Conduct routine inspections of firefighting equipment and terminal fire safety systems.
• Maintain readiness of personal protective equipment (PPE) and assigned gear.
• Follow instructions from the Terminal Firefighting Supervisor during incidents and drills.
• Support coordination with ARFF, AOCC, terminal operations, and external emergency services when required.
• Report incidents, equipment faults, or safety concerns accurately and in a timely manner.
• Support post-incident recovery, clean-up, and documentation activities.
• Maintain discipline, safety compliance, and operational readiness at all times.
• Perform additional duties assigned by supervisors within the scope of terminal firefighting operations.
• Monitor and identify potential fire hazards related to terminal retail, food & beverage outlets, and storage areas.
• Perform regular checks on fire doors, emergency exits, and escape route signage to ensure they remain unobstructed and operational.
• Provide initial first aid or basic life support to passengers or staff during medical emergencies within the terminal prior to the arrival of medical teams.
• Respond to fire, smoke, evacuation, and emergency incidents within terminal buildings in accordance with approved procedures.
• Operate firefighting equipment, fire suppression systems, and emergency response tools safely and effectively.
• Participate in emergency drills, evacuation exercises, and preparedness activities.
• Conduct routine inspections of firefighting equipment and terminal fire safety systems.
• Maintain readiness of personal protective equipment (PPE) and assigned gear.
• Follow instructions from the Terminal Firefighting Supervisor during incidents and drills.
• Support coordination with ARFF, AOCC, terminal operations, and external emergency services when required.
• Report incidents, equipment faults, or safety concerns accurately and in a timely manner.
• Support post-incident recovery, clean-up, and documentation activities.
• Maintain discipline, safety compliance, and operational readiness at all times.
• Perform additional duties assigned by supervisors within the scope of terminal firefighting operations.
Qualifications
• Diploma or Vocational Education in Firefighting, Emergency Response, Safety, or a related field.
• Firefighting or emergency response certifications are an advantage.
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in firefighting, emergency response, or facility firefighting operations.
• Familiarity with building fire alarm panels, sprinkler systems, and smoke management systems.
• Knowledge of terminal layout, including restricted areas, utility shut-off points, and assembly areas.
• Knowledge of firefighting techniques and emergency response within building environments.
• Ability to operate firefighting equipment and emergency systems.
• Understanding of coordination during emergency situations.
• Physical fitness and ability to perform under emergency conditions.
• Firefighting or emergency response certifications are an advantage.
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in firefighting, emergency response, or facility firefighting operations.
• Familiarity with building fire alarm panels, sprinkler systems, and smoke management systems.
• Knowledge of terminal layout, including restricted areas, utility shut-off points, and assembly areas.
• Knowledge of firefighting techniques and emergency response within building environments.
• Ability to operate firefighting equipment and emergency systems.
• Understanding of coordination during emergency situations.
• Physical fitness and ability to perform under emergency conditions.
Salary and Benefits
As per Salary Scale.
About us
UCK Airports is an international consortium established by UCC Holding, ASSETS Investments, CENGIZ Holding and KALYON Holding. The consortium has signed a concession agreement to invest, develop, expand, construct, and operate Damascus International Airport. Valued at USD 4 billion, the project represents one of the largest investments in Syria's history and underscores strong international confidence in the future of the country's aviation sector.
Required employees number
1
Posted On
Jul 01, 2026
Expiry Date
Jul 31, 2026
