Rail Fire Supervisor Jobs
Rail Fire Supervisor Jobs
The railway system is always at risk of diesel or electrical fire. Strategic fire suppression is vital whether it’s passenger or freight trains. The railway crew and the passengers always deserve the maximum level of protection.
It takes an entire team of people to implement fire safety protocols and perform the regular maintenance needed. The person who brings them all together is the rail fire supervisor.
This is a unique position in a railway company that requires a specific set of skills and involves a wide range of duties. Here’s everything you need to know about a rail fire supervisor.
Rail Fire Supervisor Job Requirements
You will notice that in most rail fire supervisor postings, previous rail experience is required. It is assumed that the person pursuing this role is an expert in the field. They may have worked as a rail fire engineer for years or even have previous rail fire technician experience.
However, the education level can vary, and it's not necessary to possess a degree in engineering in science. They typically need to have knowledge of the mechanism of fire, combustion, and electrical connections. However, it's also imperative to have managerial skills and specific certifications.
In fact, the supervisor position is a low-level management one that requires experience in commissioning. Many rail companies require their rail fire supervisor to have a First Aid certification. There are other relevant certifications a rail fire supervisor will need as well.
Site Supervision Safety Training Scheme (SSSTS)
Every rail fire supervisor will need to take the course and receive a Site Supervision Safety Training Scheme (SSSTS) to understand health and safety laws that apply to their position and how to monitor the site safely.
Other important aspects of this certification include learning about supervision responsibilities and risk assessments. The certification is valid for five years and must be renewed after that time.
Rail Fire Supervisor Job Responsibilities
A rail fire supervisor's most important daily task is to lead the entire rail fire team efficiently. The rail fire engineers and technicians report to the rail fire supervisor. A supervisor's position means managing workflow, training new staff, and creating and managing the schedule.
Another important aspect of the supervisor's job is communicating with senior management and connecting them to employees.
An experienced rail fire supervisor will provide valuable feedback and create learning opportunities for others in the team.
Finally, the responsibility of a rail fire supervisor is to help resolve any disputes and issues within their team.
Becoming a Rail Fire Supervisor With Unity Recruitment
While a supervisor needs to have sufficient relevant technical experience to apply for the job, their people skills are also essential.
Understanding the inner workings of a rail system and fire and safety is the starting point for this position. If that’s where you’re coming from, reach out to Unity Recruitment and let us take things from there.
All we need is your CV – we'll do our magic and connect your skills and desires with the right employer in the railway industry.
