
Firefighter at Botswana Defence Forces
Job Description
Qualifications:
Basic Firemanship Course. Basic Ambulance Course and will be an advantage.
Experience:
Direct Entry. No work experience required.
Salary scale: B3/2 (P65,508 – P91,344) per annum.
Leave: 30 working days per annum.
Benefits:
a. Optional Contributory Medical Aid Scheme (Government pays 50% while employee pays 50%).
b. Contributory Pension Scheme (Government pays 15% while Employee pays 5%).
c. Housing and Upkeep Allowance of P398.80 per month.
d. 30% Firefighters’ overtime allowance.
Job Purpose:
Undertakes firefighting operations to ensure provision of effective and efficient, crash, fire and rescue services.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
a. Undertake firefighting operations to prevent loss of life and property.
b. Preserve the scene to prevent destruction of evidence for investigation purposes.
c. Undertake firefighting drills to ensure operational readiness.
d. Use equipment in servicing to preventative maintenance.
Key Competencies:
a. Working with People
b. Adhering to Principles and Values
c. Communicating and Communicating Information
d. Planning and Organizing
e. Delivering Results and Meeting Customer Expectations
f. Following Instructions and Procedures
g. Coping with Pressure
How to apply
- Â NB: All applicants should include the following information: Updated Curriculum Vitae Certified copies of academic certificate(s), transcripts Certified copy of National Identity Card At least two (2) references Certified copies of registration with relevant professional/governing body, where applicable Applications must be routed through current Department Heads, where applicable. Applicants who do not meet the requirements set should be routed through their Permanent Secretary/Department. Applications not so routed will not be considered. Closing date: 25 June 2025 Applications should be addressed to: Commander Botswana Defence Force Private Bag X06 Gaborone Att: Civilian Human Resources Management Unit For further information, contact Recruitment Division at 3663093, 3663834, 3662176 or 3663167. Only shortlisted candidates will be responded to. No hand deliveries will be accepted.
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