Job Position Title: Firefighter  – Oil & Gas Industry

Category industry: Oil & Gas Industry

Country/Location: Middle East – Qatar

Benefits: Good salary

Overview

Firefighters in the oil and gas industry are responsible for protecting life, property, and the environment from fire hazards and emergency incidents. They operate in high-risk zones such as refineries, offshore platforms, and petrochemical plants, where rapid response and specialized safety knowledge are critical.

Primary Job Responsibilities

• Emergency Response
• Respond to fires, explosions, chemical spills, and other emergencies.
• Rescue personnel from hazardous environments, including confined spaces and high elevations.
• Administer first aid and basic life support until medical professionals arrive.
• Fire Suppression & Rescue Operations
• Conduct search and rescue missions in smoke-filled or structurally compromised areas.
• Operate firefighting equipment such as hoses, extinguishers, breathing apparatus, and aerial ladders.
• Control and extinguish fires using foam, dry chemical, and water-based systems
• Fire Prevention & Safety
• Inspect and maintain fire protection systems (sprinklers, alarms, extinguishers).
• Conduct fire risk assessments and hazard identification.
• Participate in safety drills and emergency evacuation exercises.
• Equipment Maintenance
• Clean, inspect, and repair firefighting gear and vehicles.
• Test fire hydrants and ensure the emergency water supply is operational.
• Maintain readiness of all emergency response tools and systems.
• Training & Education
• Participate in ongoing training in fire suppression, hazardous materials handling, and emergency medical procedures.
• Educate staff on fire safety protocols and emergency response plans.

Qualifications & Skills

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent; specialized fire academy training and preferably having working experience in the Middle East.
• Certifications:
• Civil Defense or equivalent fire safety certification.
• HAZMAT awareness or technician-level certification.
• Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or First Aid certification.
• Having a valid driving license to operate a Fire truck.

Experience: Prior experience in industrial or oil & gas firefighting is highly desirable.

Skills:

• Physical endurance, agility, and strength.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to operate complex equipment.
• Calm under pressure with excellent decision-making skills.

Work Environment

• High-risk industrial zones include offshore rigs, refineries, and chemical plants.
• Exposure to extreme temperatures, toxic substances, and confined spaces.
• Shift-based work including nights, weekends, and on-call duty.