Civil Defence Auxiliary Unit (CDAU) - Enforcement Officer
Help ensure fire safety by conducting enforcement checks for violations against fire safety regulations and for fire hazard matters.
Last updated 1 February 2026
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Help prevent fires by ensuring that others abide by fire safety requirements. As a Civil Defence Auxiliary Unit (CDAU) Enforcement Officer, you'll conduct enforcement checks alongside regulars for violations against fire safety regulations and for fire hazards.
Previous experience as a fire safety manager is preferred. You will receive training on fire safety regulations and how to conduct enforcement checks so you can contribute effectively.
Key details
Commitment
Minimum of 2 hours per duty, at least 16 hours per month
Duty Timings
During or after office hours, when there are enforcement checks
Allowance
Duty allowance of $5.20 per hour, regardless of rank
Rank and Status
Your rank upon joining is Sergeant 1; Civil Defence NSmen or ex-regulars will assume their last-held rank if higher
You will have the same status and powers as SCDF regulars
Home Team Department
Skills and Interest
Uniformed Role, Safety and Security
Who is eligible
You'll need to meet the following criteria:
Singapore Citizen
Aged 18 to 45 years old
Bilingual; able to converse in English and a mother tongue (Mandarin, Malay, or Tamil)
Fire Safety Manager experience and/or certification required
Only shortlisted applicants will be notified to come for an interview.
How to apply
Interested to volunteer?
More about this scheme
What You'll Do
You will work alongside with the regular officers to conduct fire safety checks.
Training
On the job training.
Benefits and Recognition
Our philosophy of involvement includes giving you the necessary orientation, opportunities for personal development, as well as awards and recognition for good service.
We will also organize bonding and enrichment to encourage interaction with regular officers and with other volunteers outside of your duty hours.
As a CDAU officer, you will also have group insurance coverage while on CDAU duty.
Find out more
For more information about this volunteer scheme, see the FAQs.
Contact us
Have a question? Contact us for any enquiries:
Contact person: Ms Alicia Yang
Email: SCDF_CDAU@scdf.gov.sg
Phone: 6848 3411
Quotes
Joining CDAU has allowed me to equip myself with specialized knowledge and skills, as well as the opportunity to contribute back to my community.— SGT 2 (V) John Joel Seow (Civil Defence Auxiliary Unit)
