Fire Brigade Supervisor – Pecna

Fire Brigade Supervisor – Pecna

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED or 2 years of prior experience in functional area
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant firefighting experience
• Demonstrated leadership skills / experience
• Emergency response experience
• FEMA 100, 200, 700, and 800 courses
• FEMA Professional Series (ability to complete within 6 months of hire)
• Fire Suppression & Prevention – Knowledge of firefighting tactics, and fire behavior
• Knowledge and experience with Incident Command System (ICS) principals
• Proficient in Microsoft 365 to include Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, and Power Point (+other programs as required)
• Self-Motivated / Team oriented
• Strong customer service skills

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and enforce comprehensive fire safety policies and procedures in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, NFPA, EPA, and other relevant fire safety standards.
• Maintain accurate records of fire incidents, training activities, inspections, and regulatory compliance reports.
• Prepare for and participate in inspections and audits conducted by regulatory agencies.
• Liaise with fire departments, regulatory agencies, and corporate safety teams to ensure alignment with industry best practices and compliance standards.
• Conduct regular risk assessments to identify potential fire hazards and implement corrective actions.
• Collaborate with production and maintenance teams to address fire hazards associated with facility operations, including the storage and handling of flammable materials.
• Direct and oversee all fire brigade activities during emergencies, including fire suppression, emergency medical response, hazmat events, evacuation, and coordination with external emergency services.
• Develop and manage response plans for fire, hazardous materials incidents, and other emergencies specific to the production environment.
• Act as the liaison between the fire brigade, facility leadership, and external agencies during crisis situations.
• Participate in investigations into fire-related incidents, including root cause analysis and recommendations for preventing recurrence.
• Lead, supervise, and train the on-site fire brigade, ensuring team readiness for rapid and effective emergency response.
• Develop and deliver training programs for fire brigade personnel, production staff, and contractors on fire safety, evacuation procedures, and emergency response.
• Ensure team certifications and qualifications remain current and meet regulatory standards.
• Conduct regular fire drills and emergency response exercises to enhance preparedness and response effectiveness.

Preferred Qualifications

• Fire Science or equivalent BS Degree
• Industrial Firefighting Experience
• Manufacturing Operations Experience
• Thorough working understanding of OSHA 1910 standards and regulations
• CPR Certification
• Firefighter 1 Certification
• Confined Space Rescue Certification or experience
• Fire Officer 1 Certification
• Hazmat Technician Certification or experience