Grade 12 qualification (Mathematics and Physical Science preferred)
18 years or older
Must not suffer from fear of confined spaces or heights
Must be medically and physically fit
Must be able to work in a team and cope with stressful situations
No Criminal Record
Successful candidates must be available to start training on 1June 2020
Successfully complete the Firefighter 1, Firefighter 2, Hazmat Awareness, Hazmat Operations and First Aid Level 3 courses presented by the learning institution
Please Note:
Candidates need to pass a Fire and Rescue standard physical assessment comprising of the following:
Practical assessment comprising:
assessment
Male
Female
Height Reach Test
1.9m
1.9m
2.4 km run
Complete under 11 min
complete under 13 minutes
Pushups
Complete 30 in 60 seconds
Complete 20 under 60 seconds
Situps
complete 30 under 60 seconds
Complete 20 under 60 seconds
Dead load carry
2x25KG over a distance of 100m
2x25KG over a distance of 100m
Acrophobia and Claustrophobia tests.
Candidates must also pass a written assessment (Mathematics and comprehension), interview,medical evaluation and substance abuse test PRIOR to appointment.
Special conditions attached to the post:
Non-permanent contract position for duration of training
Candidates will only be appointed to permanent Learner Fire Fighter position
on successful completion of the prescribed training programme
Required to wear a uniform and protective clothing.
How to Apply
To be considered for these positions and participate in the assessments, applicants
must follow the instructions as detailed below:
If your surname starts with
Date
A, B, C, D, E
10 February 2020
F, G, H, I, J,
11 February 2020
K,L, M,
12 February 2020
N,O, P, Q
13 February 2020
R, S T, U, V, W, X, Y, Z
14 February 2020
53 Berkley Rd,Ndabeni(old abattoir premises)
Gates close at 08:30
Strictly no late coming will be allowed
Original ID Document Recently certified copy of ID (not older than 6 months) Original Grade 12 Certificate Recently certified copy of Grade 12 certificate (not older than 6 months) Statement of results only accepted for 2019Matriculants (original & certified copy) PT clothes, running shoes Participants to provide own refreshments for the day. Be prepared for all weather conditions.
No correspondence will be entered into with unsuccessful
applicants or with third parties.