The Authority continued to operate fire brigades at various locations detailed below. Our Ffirefighters are categorised into three classes, the FULL TIMETIME FIREFIGHTERS, the AUXILLARY VOLUNTEERS, and then there are the VOLUNTEERS.

The FULL TIME FIREFIGHTERS and the AUXILLARY VOLUNTEERS attend regular drills and training and are paid for the drill hours and for attending to emergency response. They are also paid a regular monthly sum as a retainer. Volunteers however are those who offer their time and services for free.

All volunteers are registered with the Fiji National Provident Fund and the Authority makes it's share of the contribution. Additionally, all firemen are insured against Personel Accident up to the limits prescribed under the Workers Compensation Act.

The Volunteer Stations are :

Staff Number and Movements

Our Administrative functions are headed by the Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Puamau Sowane

Departments in Administration:

• Finance - Includes Accounts, Payroll, Procurement and Stores
• Corporate Affairs – Includes Media and Corporate Communications
• Human Resources and Development – Includes Personnel and Training
• ICT – Includes Telecommunications and Information Technology
• Fleet and Properties

VACANCIES:

Vacancies are usually published in the local newspapers and will be posted on this NFA's Website as and when they occur.

• Never leave candles, lamps and prayer diyas unattended
• Keep matches and lighters out of reach of children
• Use candles safely and you must ensure that candles and prayer diyas are secured in a stable holder and kept away from curtains, fabrics and paper.
• Always put out candles, lamps and prayer diyas when you are leaving the room or going to bed

CAREER FIREFIGHTER

NFA intends to conduct a recruitment of eighty (80) suitable and qualified personnel to undergo the firefighter recruitment program to become full time career firefighters. Only after successfully completing the firefighter recruitment program will the successful candidates be appointed as career firefighters. Interested applicants who meet or exceed the following minimum qualification requirements and demonstrated skills are invited to apply for selection to undergo the recruitment program:

• Pass in FSLC or equivalent with preferably good marks in Maths, English and Physics.
• Completion of a Trade Education in the field of Engineering would be an added advantage

• Place the mosquito coil in a safe and metal plate
• Never put the mosquito coil on paper
• Place mosquito coil away from curtains and other combustible materials
• Never put mosquito coil near or under the settee
• Leave mosquito coils where it can be easily seen

The National Fire Authority (NFA)is a government owned commercial entity that is accountable and responsible for the provision of Emergency Management Services to the people of Fiji.   With its new Strategic direction, NFA is undergoing major Reforms that are necessary to meet the expectations of Government and the members of the community in providing an all-encompassing Emergency Management Service.  In doing so, NFA seeks to appoint suitably qualified personnel as advertised below:

Career Fire Fighter:

NFA intends to conduct a recruitment of seventy-two (72) suitable and qualified personnel to undergo the firefighter recruitment program to become full time career firefighters. Only after successfully completing the firefighter recruitment program will the successful candidates be appointed as career firefighters. Interested applicants who meet or exceed the following minimum qualification requirements and demonstrated skills

• Never leave cooking unattended
• Cut sleeves and turn pot handles inward when cooking to avoid burn or injuries
• Never store combustibles in oven or on top of stove
• When barbequing, move unit away from the house
• Dispose of coats/ashes in metal containers

What should I do to improve Gas Safety at my premises?

• Wherever possible use fixed gas supply
• Use portable heaters as intended – only use in well-ventilated outdoor areas on stable ground and keep clear from awnings and combustible material
• Make gas safety part of your routine – have a gas safety supervisor and train all staff to follow the gas safety rules
• Maintenance – never use damaged or malfunctioning heaters. Service your heater at least every 2 years and always follow manufacturer’s instructions
• Correct storage and handling of LP