I Have a strong work ethic, once I have put my mind to something I make sure it is completed to a high standard, I'm not afraid to think outside the box, I'm willing to work under strict instruction, I'm a friendly, helpful person, I enjoy meeting new people from all walks of life, I'm caring, understanding,
and strong minded
Career history
Fire Fighter (June 2009) to (January 2015)
Self Employed motor mechanic repair technician (2008 to 2014)
Cedarbrook construction (building) (2003 to 2008.
Education & Training
Road Traffic Collision Course; Scene Safety, Causality Vehicle Extrication, Distress Communication, Public service relations, Radio CMC Control
Breathing Apparatus Course; strenuous condition training
Technical Fire Safety Course
First Aid Course:
2009 West Sussex Fire & rescue training
2006 – 2008 Central Sussex College Crawley
Vehicle maintenance and Repair Level 2
2005 – 2006 Central Sussex College Crawley
Painting and decorating Level 1
Central Sussex College Crawley Building and craft occupations Level 1 while at school
Profile/Key Skills
A highly focused, versatile and self-motivated individual with strong communication and leadership skills, A former firefighter I am used to working as part of a tight knit team and working under pressurised and stressful conditions. A confident problem solver with the drive and determination to succeed in any task. I possess the ability to assess situations and find workable, effective solutions.
• Excellent communication skills
• Excel in stressful and emergency situations
• A strong team player, also confident working independently and unsupervised
• I can adapt to any kind or work environment and situation
• I have experience dealing with serious incidents and emergency situations in a calm and effective manner
• Practical aptitude – able to use specialised equipment
• Level 2 qualified Motor Vehicle Technician
Career Summary
June 2009 – Jan 2014
West Sussex Fire and Rescue Service Fire Fighter
• Responding to emergency situations and protect people, the environment and property from all types of accident and emergencies.
• I work closely with the local community enforcing fire safety awareness and standards in order to help prevent fires and accidents happening in the first place.
• Using sophisticated firefighting and rescue equipment
• Promoting fire safety via talks, advice and training sessions
• Inspecting and enforcing safety standards in commercial and residential properties
• Demonstrating the use of firefighting equipment
• Performing practice drills
• Working with police and ambulance service personnel
• Undertaking physical and academic training
• Checking and maintaining vehicles, equipment, hydrants and water supplies
2008 – 2014
Self Employed Mechanic & Repair Specialist
• Maintenance and repair of vehicles and make routine maintenance checks to ensure that a vehicle is safe and roadworthy
• I have a good technical knowledge of a wide range of vehicles,
• A high level of attention to detail
• A friendly and flexible attitude
• Able to develop ongoing relationships with customers
• Ordering and purchasing of vehicle parts
• Preparing invoices and estimates as required
• Reading technical drawings
• Advising customers about technical issues.
• Using diagnostic equipment.
• Replacing faulty parts
• Welding and bodywork
2003 – 2008
Cedarbrooke Construction Builder/Labourer
• Joined as a trainee while still at school
• Assisting builders and tradespeople with on site duties for domestic and commercial jobs
• Painting & Decorating
• Carpentry
• Brick laying
• Groundwork