Fire Crew Chief - Aviation

Fire Crew Chief - Aviation
Make a difference every day 

Closing Date : 15/July/2025

We are a multinational organisation with a global team of 50,000 colleagues. In the Middle East we operate in the Transport, Defence & Advisory sectors, delivering services in Asset Management, Customer Experience, Fire & Rescue and Air Navigation Services. We are innovators, committed to redesigning and improving public services to fulfil our purpose to impact a better future by "Bringing National Visions to Life".  
 
Your Opportunity  

We are looking for a Crew Chief / Crew Manager who will be responsible for the management and performance of his crew in the provision of 24/7 aviation focused Rescue & Firefighting Services (RFFS).

This role is part of the Fire and Rescue Services and willl be based in the West Coast of Saudi Arabia.  

Key Accountabilities:

• Assume the role of Sector Commander during major or prolonged incidents.
• Lead and manage firefighting crew operations during all required emergency and non-emergency scenarios.
• Oversee the deployment of crew and equipment, ensuring effective task allocation and emergency response.
• Operate vehicle radios, ensuring accurate and timely coordination with other emergency responders.
• Maintain communication with the fire control center and/or Air Traffic Control (ATC) to receive clearances and incident instructions.
• Manage refilling of fire vehicle water and agent/media tanks.
• Drive various fire service vehicles as required.
• Facilitate and support mandatory competency-based training and maintain training records.
• Ensure readiness and operational status of vehicles, crew, and equipment to meet designated airfield category standards.
• Report equipment defects or operational issues to Station Officer / Watch Manager.
• Promote and maintain high standards of station cleanliness, safety, and hygiene.
• Comply with all company and airfield standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Utilize Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including SCBA and chemical suits, as operationally required.
• Deliver client-focused services such as fire safety awareness programs and standby services.
• Maintain physical fitness to meet operational requirements and ensure crew readiness.
• May act in place of the Station Officer / Watch Manager during their absence.

Specific Requirements 

• Qualifications: Certified to an international ARFF standard recognized by regulatory bodies such as GACA (essential), ICAO, FAA, CAA, or GCAA.
• Certifications: ProBoard or IFSAC-accredited certifications (mandatory).
• Experience: 5–7 years of fire/rescue experience, including at least 1 year in a Crew Chief or similar supervisory role.
• Health: Must be certified medically fit for duty.
• License: Valid light vehicle license (essential); heavy vehicle license (desirable) and eligibility to transfer to a Saudi license.
• Other: Middle East experience and Microsoft proficiency are desirable.

Join Us 

At Serco, we believe there is a place here for everyone. A place where you can bring your authentic self to work every day. Our workplace culture is one that embraces diversity and fosters equity, respect, and belonging for every individual. We are committed to equal employment opportunities and creating an inclusive environment that proudly celebrates the perspectives and backgrounds that each of our employees bring to work every day. 

Serco is committed to Equal Employment Opportunities and is committed to ensuring the safety of all of its employees through its Zero Harm initiative. Please visit careers.serco.com for more information.