Destination Fire Commander

The Red Sea Development Company

Strategic Contribution

• Implement annual business plans and execute the department s strategic agenda to deliver RSG vision and mission.

• Translate strategy into operational business plans; monitor performance to meet objectives and RSFR KPIs.

• Develop and maintain relationships with national and local Civil Defense Services and private fire services for mutual aid and collaboration.

• Recruit qualified emergency response staff up to Senior Manager Assistant Destination Commander.

• Manage resource allocation and departmental performance.

• Engage with third-party organizations to foster proactive partnerships.

Budget Management

• Contribute to functional budget preparation; monitor performance versus budget.

• Identify cost recovery opportunities in collaboration with other departments.

• Prepare, monitor, and manage RSFR Opex and Capex budgets for assigned geographical areas.

Functional / Technical Responsibilities

• Manage operational and managerial responsibilities for assigned geographic areas (Red Sea or Amaala).

• Provide coverage in absence of Red Sea or Amaala Associate Director Destination Commander.

• Oversee up to 250 operational staff and multiple assets across assigned locations.

• Operationalize and continually improve RSFR service delivery, policies, and procedures in line with local and international standards.

• Supervise the Fire Department budget, service agreements, and contracts.

• Formulate operational strategies in coordination with Director (Response), Crisis Management, resilience, legal, and external affairs teams.

• Ensure professional development and training of operational staff.

• Provide continuous operational response capability 24/7.

• Command emergency incidents at Tactical (Silver) and Strategic (Gold) levels when required.

• Recommend procurement or hiring for equipment, personnel, or supplies as needed.

• Organize fire strategy meetings; prepare and present reports to RSFR management.

• Lead emergency operations, including disaster relief, hazardous materials response, high-angle rescue, confined space, marine, aviation, and environmental protection.

• Recruit and direct firefighters to maintain operational readiness.

• Ensure compliance with local and international regulations, H&S legislation, and quality standards.

• Deputize for the Director (Response) as needed.

Policies, Systems, Processes & Reports

• Follow all relevant policies, procedures, and standard operating procedures.

• Prepare timely functional MIS statements and reports in line with corporate and functional requirements.

Safety, Quality & Environment

• Apply safety, quality, and environmental management controls to ensure employee safety, compliance, high-quality service delivery, and environmental responsibility.

• Embed environmental sustainability in procurement and tendering processes.

Continuous Improvement

• Identify opportunities for process improvement, cost reduction, productivity gains, and alignment with international best practices.