NEOM is an accelerator of human progress and a vision of what a new future might look like. A region in northwest Saudi Arabia on the Red Sea, NEOM is being built from the ground up to include hyperconnected, cognitive cities, ports, next-generation infrastructure and industries, enterprise zones, research centers, sports and entertainment venues and tourist destinations. As a destination, it will be a home for people who dream big and want to be part of building a new model for exceptional livability, creating thriving businesses and reinventing environmental conservation. As a workplace, it is a place for people who share our core values of care, curiosity, diversity, passion, respect, and becoming a catalyst for change. Are you ready to help NEOM find solutions to the world’s most pressing challenges? Are you prepared to create a lasting legacy that benefits generations to come? Then we want to hear from you! |
ROLE OVERVIEW The Fire Chief is a critical leadership role responsible for managing and coordinating the fire services. Aligned to the company’s core values, the Fire Chief must support the development and implementation of the Fire Safety strategies, business plans and initiatives. This includes developing and implementing policies and procedures, coordinating emergency response efforts, and managing a team of trained professionals. The Chief will also be responsible for ensuring the safety and well-being of team members, as well as engaging and working with NEOM Communities, to keep families, employees, visitors, and investments safe from fire. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES & ACTIVITIES - Develop and implement policies and procedures for fire, rescue including response protocols and incident management plans.
- Strategic leadership of fire engineering and risk management across NEOM. Lend support towards an all-hazards management approach within NEOM.
- Understand and develop the NEOM Fire safety strategy, operating model principles, and intended / desired culture. Build structures, processes, and policies in preparation for the assumption of full Fire & Ambulatory authority.
- Design, build and consistently enhance the fire safety capability framework with a focus on lean & technology-based organization.
- Understand the agreed fire safety and rescue threat assessment regionally and locally, align regional needs and build structures, processes, and policies in preparation for the assumption of full Fire authority
- Develop and coordinate comprehensive Fire Safety long-term strategies and programs, tailored for all NEOM Regions and Communities.
- Oversees administration of the EMS Agreement with NEOM Regions and local communities/Tabuk province.
- Coordinate emergency response efforts and manage a team of trained professionals, including firefighters and rescue specialists.
- Administers the statistical analyses of response time data to evaluate service effectiveness.
- Assist, represent and advise the Executive Directors on issues related to fire and rescue.
- Provide leadership and guidance to team members, including training and development, performance evaluations, and human resource management.
- Ensuring legal compliance through the development, implementation and monitoring of policies, procedures, and protocols in support of all fire related risk management matters.
- Benchmark required fire safety and ambulatory capabilities with international best-practice and role model departments and assist all NEOM departments as a Subject Matter Expert.
Culture and Values - Embrace NEOM’s culture and Values https://www.neom.com/en-us/about
- Act with honesty and integrity by following best practices, and upholding the robust standards and expectations set out in NEOM’s Code of Conduct.
- Maintain fair, ethical and professional work practices in accordance with NEOM’s Values and Code of Conduct.
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BACKGROUND, SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge Skills and Experience - 5+ years of experience in a leadership (officer, supervisor) role in a complex, multi-disciplinary environment in the fire and rescue services.
- Relevant years of experience in progressively responsible emergency management, including service establishment, integration and coordination, as well as project management (highly desired).
- Experience in incident command systems (ICS) and emergency management principles
- Background dealing with the broader all-hazards approach to emergency management, being a subject-matter expert in Fire Safety topics.
- Proven know-how in developing quality assurance/efficiency and performance management processes and procedures.
- Maintain developed standards and ensure consistency across all NEOM facilities.
- Extensive understanding of prevention, mitigation, response and recovery from fire as well as other hazards.
- Strong leadership ability and rational judgement and reasoning skills. Flexibility and determination will be much in need.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to effectively communicate with team members, local authorities, and the public.
- Ability to work well under pressure and in high-stress situations.
- Ability to build relationships, build credibility and trust quickly and be able to influence people (at all levels) both internally and externally.
- Highly skilled in project management and contract administration, including research, development, and implementation of projects/programs, plus vendor, contractor, and user agency coordination
- Knowledge of English language either on native or fluent proficiency is required. Written report writing, form completion, and corresponding with various parties in clear and correct English is required
- Knowledge of Arabic language either on native or fluent proficiency is a plus
Qualifications - A Bachelor's degree (or higher qualification), or equivalent experience in fire and rescue service delivery. Experience breadth managing fire engineering, risk management, codes and standards, all-hazards approach or related breadth experiences in the field of emergency medical services
- NFPA 1021 certification or equivalent
- OSHA/NEBOSH certifications related to fire risks or equivalent
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