Tasks Include:

• supervises and coordinates the activities of fire fighters
• responds to fire alarms and emergency calls
• accompanies fire-fighting appliances and other vehicles to
  scenes of fire or accident
• monitors and leads fire fighting teams at fires and emergencies
• coordinates training drills, joint exercises and inspections of
  buildings to ensure fire prevention standards are maintained
• visits buildings and potential fire hazards to study access
  points and locations of hydrants
• writes or supervises the writing of reports on shift activities
  and specific incidents
• may supervise salvage operations
  

Specialisations:

• Fire Risk Assessor
• Fire Safety Officer