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Heraeus

Head of Industrial Fire Brigade

Heraeus

. Lead the industrial fire brigade at the Hanau site .

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeHanau • GermanyLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading industrial fire brigades, developing fire protection measures, and coordinating emergency response plans. Possesses strong leadership skills, organizational abilities, and a commitment to safety and training in a multi-site environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Firefighting Training (B4 Qualification Level)Leadership Experience in Fire BrigadeEmergency Response PlanningPreventive Fire Protection KnowledgeFire Safety Officer Qualification

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Hard Skills
Industrial Emergency ManagementHazard Control PlanningShift and Deployment PlanningTraining and Continuing EducationOperational Readiness Assessment
Soft Skills
Decision-Making SkillsEmployee MotivationOrganizational SkillsConfident DemeanorAppreciative Leadership
Tools & Technologies
Modern IT ApplicationsAI Applications for Leadership
Certifications & Qualifications
Fire Safety Officer Qualification
Industry Keywords
Industrial Fire BrigadeEmergency PreparednessPreventive MeasuresFire ProtectionSafety Advisory

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Lead the industrial fire brigade at the Hanau site
  • Continuously develop preventive and defensive fire protection measures at additional sites in the Rhine-Main region
  • Lead, motivate, and develop approximately 30 employees
  • Coordinate up to 60 volunteer/part-time industrial firefighters
  • Ensure the operational readiness of the industrial fire brigade in Hanau and the company fire brigade in Kleinostheim
  • Be responsible for shift and deployment planning, as well as training and continuing education
  • Plan and coordinate emergency preparedness and response
  • Develop and implement alarm and emergency response plans and conduct regular drills
  • Participate in the on-call pool and provide technical incident command at the Hanau site as needed
  • Provide expert advisory support at the Kleinostheim site as needed
  • Assess fire and other hazards and develop and implement preventive measures
  • Advise operational departments as an internal service provider to ensure a high level of safety
  • Serve as the fire safety officer at one site
  • Advise managers on workplace fire protection
  • Ensure the responsible and cost-effective use of personnel and material resources

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Completed technical firefighting training at least at B4 qualification level
  • Several years of experience in firefighting and industrial emergency management
  • Proven leadership experience in an industrial or professional fire brigade environment
  • In-depth knowledge of defensive and preventive fire protection
  • In-depth knowledge of emergency response and hazard control planning
  • Willingness to relocate to the greater Hanau area or a neighboring district
  • Qualification as a fire safety officer or willingness to obtain it promptly
  • Physical fitness, including the ability to pass standard occupational health and fitness examinations (e.g., G 26-3)
  • Confident demeanor and strong decision-making skills
  • Ability to lead employees with appreciation and clear expectations
  • Strong organizational skills and willingness to work regularly across multiple sites
  • Willingness to use modern IT and AI applications for leadership and to make work more efficient

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Strong compensation package – attractive base salary plus bonus and support for private retirement provision
  • Modern working-time arrangements – flexible time management without time tracking, with a focus on results-oriented work
  • 30 days of annual leave plus up to 6 additional days off
  • Special leave for important personal occasions
  • Life-phase account for paid leave arrangements (e.g., sabbaticals or early retirement)
  • Scope to shape the further development of safety and fire protection structures
  • Collaboration within a committed, cross-functional team
  • Opportunities for professional and personal development
  • Public transportation allowance
  • Discounts at numerous online and retail stores
  • Occupational health service with comprehensive preventive medical examinations
  • Sports and fitness programs
  • Employee cafeteria serving freshly prepared meals every day
  • Safe working environment with safety and health as top priorities
  • Hands-on onboarding within an established and highly skilled team