Assistant Fire Commissioner

The Red Sea Development Company

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Contribution

• Support the preparation and implementation of the Red Sea Global Fire and Rescue strategy aligned with Health & Safety objectives.
• Translate strategy into operational business plans, monitor execution, and ensure performance objectives are met.
• Build and maintain relationships with national and local Civil Defense leaders, as well as private sector Fire & Rescue Services, focusing on training provision.
• Develop training opportunities to support Saudisation in line with Vision 2030.
• Lead the Prevent element of the Red Sea Global Fire and Rescue strategy.

Leadership

• Oversee the development, design, delivery, and operation of the Red Sea Global Fire and Rescue Training Academy.
• Manage the training team, set priorities, and monitor performance.
• Serve as a role model, promoting Red Sea Global s vision, mission, and corporate values.
• Lead operational response to emergency incidents at Gold Command level.

Budget Management

• Contribute to the functional budget, monitor financial performance, and identify improvement opportunities.

Health & Safety

• Oversee development and continual improvement of operational training.
• Ensure policies and SOPs meet local and international requirements.
• Supervise and participate in budget planning, service agreements, and contract management.
• Provide operational training capability year-round.
• Be available for deployment at Gold or Silver command 24/7.
• Advise on fire studies, communications, public warnings, and hazardous materials.
• Recommend procurement of equipment, personnel, and resources.
• Organize fire strategy meetings and present to senior management.
• Oversee training for incidents such as fires, disasters, hazardous materials, rescue operations, marine and aviation incidents, and environmental protection.
• Recruit, train, and manage volunteer firefighters.
• Maintain compliance with H&S legislation and participate in audits, inspections, and investigations.
• Enforce workplace health and safety policies.
• Act as Deputy for the Civil Defense Services Director when required.

Policies, Systems, and Reporting

• Follow functional policies and SOPs for consistency and control.
• Assist in preparing MIS reports for corporate requirements.

Safety, Quality & Environment

• Apply policies and controls to ensure safety, compliance, and environmental responsibility.

Continuous Improvement

• Identify opportunities for process improvement, cost reduction, and productivity enhancement using international best practices.