Department: Deck – Marine

Reports To: Chief Fire Patrol, Safety Officer, Staff Captain

Role Overview:

Set sail on a new career with Carnival, and help us bring the FUN to life aboard one of our fantastic vessels! We’re looking for dedicated individuals to join us as Fire Patrol!

As part of our Amazing Deck Team Fire Patrol are responsible for all fire fighting equipment, ensuring it is properly maintained and in working order at all times, performing patrol/watch duties, inspections of fire fighting equipment and assisting with training of crew on Fire Safety.

Joining Carnival as a member of our Fire Patrol is the first step towards a rewarding career on board our Fun Ships!

Job Functions:

• Prepare the fire drill and training and together with the Safety Officer prepare the weekly familiarization and safety meeting for all sign on crew and crew changes.
• Together with the Safety Officer, Security Officer and if required a Deck Officer orientate each new crew member in their emergency duties in relation to the Crew Emergency Plan, Station Bill, including the use of fire Screen and watertight doors.
• Report drills and training conducted to the Safety Officer.
• Assist in the assignment of and ensure that all fire team members are properly trained.
• Identify, prepare and train back up teams to support Fire & Damage Control and Air and Supply.
• Prepare and maintain training schedules for the above teams.
• Maintain the portable firefighting equipment on-board the vessel ensuring that all equipment is kept in good working order and available for immediate use.
• Complete inspections and maintenance including the vessels tenders and lifeboats.
• Ensure that all fire-extinguishing appliances are in accordance with SOLAS regulations, Class Authorities, Flag State Administration, Manufacturer’s recommendations, and all repairs, alterations or modifications are done in accordance to above-mentioned institutions and also shall be fully conversant with the regulations of the authorities in addition to local authorities.
• Continuously evaluate and prevent potential fire hazards to improve the ship’s fire prevention and control standards.
• Inspect all hot work areas and give permission for the work to commence.
• Check atmosphere of enclosed spaces for gas and sufficient oxygen level, prior to entry of any work teams into enclosed spaces.

Experience and Education:

• Preferred education: High School Diploma  |  Technical Training
• Certification: BASIC TRAINING (PST+PSSR+FAID+FFB) – III/4 preferable
• Required working experience: Previous experience in the field ( + 6 months)
• Target number of years’ experience: 6- 12 months