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Knowledge and skills
Firefighters are expected to have:
• Knowledge of firefighting, emergency and rescue procedures
• The ability to use the required equipment such as breathing apparatus
• The ability to understand the characteristics of fire behaviour and other hazardous substances
• The ability to assess situations and risk quickly
• The ability to keep calm and perform in challenging circumstances
• The ability to investigate and report on fire incidents
• The ability to work in cramped spaces and at heights
• Adequate eyesight, colour vision and hearing
• Knowledge of health and safety procedures
Transferable skills should include:
• Interpersonal skills
• Written and verbal communication skills in
Maltese and English
• The ability to take and execute orders
• Numeracy skills
• Organisational and planning skills
• Time management skills and the ability to
work under pressure
• Problem solving and the ability to take timely
decisions
• The ability to work independently and as part
of a team
• The ability to be flexible and respond to
circumstances
Additional qualities
These may include:
• A sense of discipline
• A willingness to help others
• Alertness
• Attention to detail
• Courage
• Dedication and commitment
• Diligence
• Flexibility
• Patience
• Persistence
• Physical strength and stamina
• Quick-thinking
• Sound judgement
• The ability to endure physical and emotional
exertion
Related career opportunities
• Chief Assistance and Rescue Officer
• Fire Inspector
• Health and Safety Officer
• Station Officer
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