Fire and Safety Technician

Job Description

Assist in the proper maintenance and operation of fire / safety equipment such as fire extinguishers, alarm systems, fire hoses, sprinklers and elevators.

• Takes charge, is decisive and gets things done to agreed standards, with minimum supervision and follow up. Stretches to manage difficult situations & maintain professional relationships, even when under pressure. Dependable, especially in a crisis!
• Takes initiative and goes the extra mile to improve the internal and/or external ?customer experience?. Resolves issues fairly ? with ?head & heart?. A ?go-to-person? for internal/ external customers to resolve issues.
• Anticipates and prepares for the future to ensure agreed results are delivered; proactive in identifying and leveraging opportunities and/or preventing/ resolving problems which could reduce quality or delay the delivery of results.
• Reaches out and collaborates with direct reports/ team members, other teams and departments to help the company win. Takes responsibility for his/her tasks on the team. A positive, professional influence at work ? people enjoy working with him/ her.
• Challenges the ?status quo? and contributes ideas which measurably improve team/ department efficiency and/ or effectiveness. Encourages and supports new ways of thinking/working. A ?creative problem solver? for the team.
• Does what is right, in the right way - in all circumstances. Raises concerns and seeks help when he/she observes/ is aware of activities/ behaviours contrary to company policy or values. Supports others who need help, to do what?s right.
• Ensures professional knowledge/ skills/ behaviours are developed to overcome existing or anticipated challenges at work. Actively seeks and receives feedback positively, using it to grow. Helps others with their professional development.Operational??
• Inspect and test fire protection and / or detection systems to verify that such as systems are installed in accordance with appropriate laws, codes, ordinances, regulations and standards.
• Troubleshoot and / or arrange for the repair or replacement of defective fire / safety equipment.
• Assist in inspecting the property facilities for compliance with pertinent life / safety and fire-safety standards as mandated by the government ordinances.
• Respond to all mechanical, electrical and structural systems emergencies to assess fire / safety or life-safety threats.
• Maintain the operation of emergency generators and report problems to appropriate personnel.
• Replace faulty smoke detectors and report any problems to appropriate personnel.
• Assist with the monthly inspection of fire extinguishers.
• Complete clock time change twice a year to accommodate daylight savings time.
• Disables and re-enable fire panels as directed.
• Perform any other tasks assigned to him by the Fire & Safety Manager and the Chief Engineer.
• Maintain complete confidentiality of all sensitive matters relating to the business in general and Maintenance Department
• Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.
• All Fire / safety risks are reported and resolved.
• Mall safety, fire and emergency procedures are effectively implemented.

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