NCC Group invites interested and suitably qualified applicants to apply for 2 Fire Truck Driver (Engine Boss) positions within its wildland firefighting operations. The positions are offered on a fixed-term contract from October 2026 to September 2027.
The opportunity is suitable for experienced and physically fit drivers who have the required professional driving qualifications and are able to work in demanding firefighting environments. Successful candidates will be stationed and deployed across various operational bases in the Western Cape, including Table Mountain National Park.
Position Details
Position: Fire Truck Driver (Engine Boss)
Number of Positions: 2
Contract Type: Fixed Term
Contract Period: October 2026 – September 2027
Location: Western Cape, including various operational bases and Table Mountain National Park
Reference: BCS/Fire/04/2026
Closing Date: 28 August 2026
PURPOSE
The Fire Truck Driver (Engine Boss) will play an important role in NCC Environmental Services’ wildland firefighting operations.
The position requires a responsible and experienced driver who can safely operate specialized firefighting vehicles while supporting fire crews during operational deployments. The successful candidates may be required to travel to different fire sites and operational bases depending on firefighting needs.
The role requires individuals who can remain calm and focused during emergency situations. Firefighting operations can involve difficult terrain, changing weather conditions, long working hours and high-pressure situations. Applicants therefore need to be physically fit, adaptable and capable of working effectively as part of a firefighting team.
JOB OUTPUTS
- Perform firefighting duties, including fire prevention tasks
- Professional handling of vehicles and equipment (specialized fire-fighting vehicles and equipment)
- Safely transport firefighters to and from fire sites
- Ensure compliance with all traffic regulations
- Maintain vehicles and equipment in excellent condition, including:
- Completion of daily vehicle checklists.
- Completion of vehicle logbooks.
- Completion of checklists for all-terrain firefighting vehicles and tankers.
- Maintain radio communication with Dispatch Centre and/or Fire Boss during fire incidents
- Participate in fitness activities to maintain a high level of physical fitness
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS
- Minimum Code C1 driver’s license (Code 10) and a Professional Driver’s Permit (PrDP).
- Preference will be given to applicants with a Code C license and PrDP (Code 11) for versatility.
- Clean driving record
- Flexibility to respond to emergency situations, including:
- Availability for 45 working hours per week
- Availability for additional hours on short notice
- Willingness to be on standby at a fire base for prolonged periods
- Available to work shifts
- No criminal record
- Excellent knowledge of the Cape Town area
- High level of fitness and good health
- Ability to work under pressure, in stressful situations, and as part of a team
- Alignment to the company’s Alcohol, Drug Addiction and Substance Use Policy
COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS
- Able to work under pressure, in stressful situations
- Excellent teamwork skills
- Flexibility to adjust quickly to fast changing circumstances
RECRUITMENT PROCESS:
Applicants will be required to pass the following assessments:
- Physical Fitness Assessment
- Criminal Record Check
- Medical Fitness Assessment
- Driving Assessment
Please submit your CV to [email protected] using reference BCS/Fire/04/2026. Closing date for applications is 28 August 2026.
- Ensure that your most recently updated CV is attached.
- CV should be titled your Name and Surname. (E.g. John Adam)
- Use the correct reference number (BCS/Fire/04/2026) in the subject line.
Important Information for Applicants
Candidates should carefully check that they meet the minimum driver’s licence and PrDP requirements before applying.
Applicants should also be prepared for the physical, medical and driving assessments included in the recruitment process.
The position requires flexibility because firefighting operations can involve emergency call-outs, additional working hours, shift work and prolonged standby periods at fire bases.
A clean driving record, knowledge of the Cape Town area, physical fitness and the ability to work effectively under pressure are important considerations for this position.
NCC Group has stated that if an applicant does not receive a response within two weeks, the application was most likely unsuccessful.
Appointments will be made in line with the company’s Employment Equity Plans.
Summary of the Vacancy
The NCC Group Fire Truck Driver (Engine Boss) vacancy provides an opportunity for qualified professional drivers to work in wildland firefighting operations in the Western Cape.
There are two positions available on a fixed-term contract from October 2026 to September 2027.
The successful candidates will be expected to operate specialized firefighting vehicles, transport firefighters, assist with firefighting and prevention duties, maintain vehicles and equipment, complete required documentation, communicate with operational teams and maintain a high level of physical fitness.
Applicants must have at least a Code C1/Code 10 driver’s licence and PrDP, while preference will be given to candidates with a Code C/Code 11 licence and PrDP.
The closing date is 28 August 2026.
If you have not received a response within two weeks, your application was most likely unsuccessful. Appointments are made in line with the company’s Employment Equity Plans.