Senior Fire Fighter

About the role

The Senior Firefighter is a key operational position within the Airport Emergency Services (AES) at ADAC Group, responsible for front‑line emergency response and the safe operation of fire appliances.

Key responsibilities

• Respond to aircraft incidents, structural fires, medical emergencies and technical rescues, operating Major Foam Vehicles, water tankers and other equipment.
• Conduct daily checks of vehicles, firefighting equipment and PPE, reporting faults and maintaining inspection records.
• Perform all standard firefighter duties, including rescue, casualty care, hazardous‑materials response and use of breathing apparatus.
• Participate in station maintenance, inventories, and routine housekeeping.
• Engage in daily training, competency assessments and scheduled external courses as part of the AES Revalidation of Competence program.

Required profile

• Certified Aviation Firefighter qualification.
• Valid UAE Heavy Vehicle driving licence and ability to obtain an airside driving permit.
• Emergency Vehicle Driver Training qualification.
• Minimum of 2 years experience in airport firefighting or a comparable emergency response role.

Required skills

• Appliance operation and pump usage.
• Tactical deployment of fire equipment.
• Compliance with GCAA, ICAO and AES safety regulations.