APPLICATIONS are now open for the City of Cape Town Fire Fighting Learnership opportunity. An exciting career opportunity awaits if you meet the necessary job requirements.
Closing date: 04 April 2024
Basic Salary: R 199 340 pa
Requirements
- 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
Mandatory Requirements
NOTE: All shortlisted candidates will be required to undertake and pass the following compulsory fitness test
- Reach test (1.9 m)
- 2.4 km run (Males 11 minutes and Females 13 minutes)
- Push-ups (30 in 60 seconds)
- Sit-ups (30 in 60 seconds)
- Dead load carries (2 x 25 kg drums over a distance of 100 m)
Eligibility and Suitability for the Learnership
NOTE: Candidates who pass the physical test will
- be required to pass a written assessment and an interview
- be required to submit their fingerprints or identity numbers for the purpose of checking criminal records. No other criminal clearances will be acceptable
- be required to undergo a City medical evaluation
- be required to undergo a compulsory drug test at a City testing center
- be required to pass a claustrophobia and acrophobia test (fear of confined spaces and fear of heights)
Special Conditions
Special conditions attached to the post:
- Non-permanent contract position for duration of training
- Candidates will only be appointed to a permanent Learner Fire -Fighter position on successful completion of the prescribed training programme, which includes the successfully completion of the
Firefighter 1NFPA 1001, Hazmat Awareness NFPA 1072, Hazmat Operations NFPA 1072 and First Aid Level 3 courses presented by the learning institution - Required to wear a uniform and protective clothing.
How to Apply
Applicants must apply on-line via eRecruitment. On-line applications must include the submission of:
- A certified copy of your South African Identity Document (no affidavits will be accepted)
- A recently certified copy of matric certificate. Please note that no hard copy or emailed applications will be accepted.
In order to apply on-line, applicants must first create an e-Services Account on the City of Cape Town Website. www.capetown.gov.za
Applicants may use any computer with internet access to apply. Smart phones are not compatible with this on-line application process and cannot be used to apply.
Applicants may use a Smart Cape computer at a City of Cape Town Library if they are a library member.
To become a library member, you will need to apply for membership at a library with your ID and proof of residence.
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