Andrew Hanson
Ormiston,QLD
Summary
With a proven track record at ARFFS Airservices Australia, I excel in leading teams to enhance safety and operational efficiency. My expertise spans health and safety compliance and staff development, underscored by strong leadership and verbal communication skills. Achievements include a pivotal role in national training rollouts and consistently positive audit outcomes, demonstrating my extensive operational experience.
Overview
2023
2023
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Leader
ARFF Airservices Australia
Hamilton Island, QLD
09.2019 - 06.2022
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations to maintain a safe work environment.
- Fostered a positive and inclusive team culture, motivating staff to achieve their best performance.
- Implemented changes as directed by management to improve overall productivity.
- Collaborated with engineering teams on projects, including the construction of Whitsunday Coast Airport Fire Station.
- Managed staff rosters to ensure compliant and efficient service delivery.
Fire Commander
ARFFS Airservices Australia
Hamilton Island, QLD
06.2016 - 09.2019
- In charge of an operational team of firefighters, responsible for the operational effectiveness and administrative functioning of that team.
- Conducted regular internal compliance audits for Hamilton Island, which resulted in consistently positive external audit outcomes.
- Ensure delivery of quality training in line with regulated requirements using current ARFFS systems.
- Encouraged and facilitated operational development training for selected staff.
- Completed CFBT Instructors course with FRNSW and had a major role in the national roll out of training for ARFFS staff.
Aviation Rescue Firefighter
ARFFS Airservices Australia
Hamilton Island, QLD
05.1996 - 06.2016
- Performed as part of an operational team across various stations utilising skills and experience to improve overall team performance.
- Participate in regular drills and simulations in order to maintain proficiency with safety protocols and procedures.
- Maintained a high level of physical fitness in order to respond quickly to emergency situations.
Firefighter
New Zealand Fire Service
Auckland, New Zealand
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Diploma in Public Safety Fire Fighting Management
ARFFLA
Melbourne, VICCert IV in Training and Assessment TAE40116
ARFFLA
Melbourne Skills
- Proven Leadership Experience
- Health and Safety compliance
- Training and development of staff
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Extensive operational experience across two fire services
Affiliations
- I have spent the last 18 months fulfilling a long held dream of Sailing the east coast of Australia on board our 12 metre sailing catamaran, an enjoyable albeit challenging experience.
Accomplishments
In 2007 I completed a Bachelor of Laws Degree with Honours
Timeline
Line Leader
ARFF Airservices Australia
09.2019 - 06.2022
Fire Commander
ARFFS Airservices Australia
06.2016 - 09.2019
Aviation Rescue Firefighter
ARFFS Airservices Australia
05.1996 - 06.2016
Firefighter
New Zealand Fire Service
Some College (No Degree) - Diploma in Public Safety Fire Fighting Management
ARFFLA
Cert IV in Training and Assessment TAE40116
ARFFLA
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