JOB DESCRIPTION

General Summary

Ensures constant observation of the aircraft movement areas; accurate recording of information; alerting the AFRS operational team and notifying relevant supporting agencies and key personnel of accidents/incidents occurring within the airport boundary.

Essential Position Functions

• Constantly monitors the runway and other aircraft movement areas (if applicable) with the objective of identifying potential irregularities that can escalate into a situation requiring firefighting or rescue efforts;
• Monitors the working condition of facilities found at the AFRS Tower, reporting without delay any malfunction to ensure immediate repairs/replacement by relevant authorities;
• Monitors aircraft movement during landing and takeoff at the runway and aircraft taxiing at the maneuvering area;
• Be totally familiar with the topography of the area adjacent to the airport, for which AFRS KLIA will be responsible for performing rescue or/and firefighting operation;
• Activates the crash alarm to alert the AFRS operation, receives information and notifies supporting agencies any accidents/incidents occurring at the airport;
• Maintains a listening watch on inter-unit communication at the airport, and also communication between ATCO/Aircraft;
• Confirms and informs ATCO on the status of the airport level of protection category for rescue and firefighting;
• Logs down AFRS movement and activities/accidents/incidents requiring AFRS intervention in the AFRS tower journal;
• Participate in a continuous training program by attending lectures, exercises, practice drill sessions and other forms of training to maintain fitness and competence levels required as per AFRS Rating Standard
• Responsible for implementing and maintaining aerodrome compliance and SMS, as well as safety assurance and improvements.

KEY CHALLENGES

• Being constantly alert for any eventualities during his watch. This can be achieved by being highly disciplined and diligent;
• To ensure that all information logged in the AFRS Tower journal are accurate. This can be done by counter checking all received information

SKILLS

• Working knowledge and experience in Fire prevention and building certification, ISO 9001:2000, OSHA 94 and Civil Act 1969, ICAO, UBBL, Fire Act 341
• Working knowledge and experience in Fire Management and training
• Knowledge in ICAO-Annex 14, Airport Service Manual, ICAO Training Manual, NFPA
• Knowledge in AFRS operations, staffing, fire vehicles, equipments and others
• Able to work independently with minimum supervision 
• Possess good communication and interpersonal skills
• Have working experience as internal/external trainers in AFRS studies will be an added advantage
• Customer service oriented with pleasant personality
• Good in both written and spoken Bahasa Malaysia and English.

ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Diploma in Applied Science, Engineering, Sports Science or related discipline
• Preferably from a local institution recognised by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA).
• Minimum CGPA of 2.50 or equivalent.

GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS

• CITIZENSHIP
  • Malaysian citizen ONLY.

• AGE
  • NOT LESS than 18 years old and NOT EXCEEDING 30 years old as of 31 December 2026 OR
  • NOT EXCEEDING 35 years old as of 31 December 2026 for former members of ATM and JBPM

• PHYSICAL
  • Minumum Height : 1.60 meters (without shoes)
  • Body Mass Index (BMI) : 19 - 28

• HEALTH STATUS
  • Medically fit with NO physical disabilities (including history of serious injuries such as bone fractures).
  • MUST NOT be diagnosed with heart disease, chronic illnesses, or hereditary conditions.
  • MUST have normal eyesight without glasses or contact lenses and MUST NOT be colour blind or have squint eyes.

• CRIMINAL RECORD
  • NO criminal record and history of drug abuse.
  • All information will be verified with PDRM, courts, and AADK.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Applicants are required to upload the following documents during submission:

1. Updated Resume/CV, inclusive: 
   • Photo
   • Full biodata
   • Education background
   • Work experience
   • Driving licence details
   • Height, and weight
2. Copy of Identification Card (NRIC)
3. Copies of academic certificates, full transcripts, and co-curricular certificates
4. Certified Certificate of Service for JBPM (confirming no disciplinary dismissal) (If Applicable), OR 
5. Certified Malaysian Armed Forces Service Record (BAT D92) (confirming no disciplinary dismissal) (If Applicable)

Notes: Applications submitted without complete supporting documents will not be processed.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Open for Malaysian citizens only.

Please be reminded that only online applications will be entertained.

The closing date for applications is 25 MAY 2026.

Only the shortlisted candidate will be notified.