George Hoving
South Windsor,NSW
Summary
Dynamic Fire Technician with extensive experience at BSA, specializing in fire safety inspections and equipment maintenance. Proven ability to enhance operational readiness through meticulous documentation and compliance with safety standards. Strong problem-solving skills and a commitment to continuous learning ensure effective fire safety management and team collaboration.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Fire Technician
Wormald
03.2025 - 06.2025
- Assisted in conducting fire safety inspections and assessments to ensure compliance with standards.
- Operated and maintained fire protection equipment, including extinguishers and alarms, enhancing operational readiness.
- Documented service reports detailing inspection results, maintenance activities, and recommendations for improvements.
- Maintained inventory of fire safety supplies and equipment, ensuring availability for operational needs.
- Engaged in continuous learning about industry standards, emerging technologies, and best practices in fire safety management.
Fire Technician
BSA
06.2012 - 02.2025
- Inspected alarms, hydrants, sprinkler systems and standpipe systems for operational use to minimize incidents.
- Conducted 6 monthly and annual testing of fire doors, fire hose reels, hydrants, fire dampers, fire extinguishers.
- Install fire doors and frames, rectify fire door defects.
- Prepared incident reports detailing personnel, location and results of each call.
- Assisted in conducting fire safety inspections and assessments to ensure compliance with standards.
- Operated and maintained fire protection equipment, including extinguishers and alarms, enhancing operational readiness.
- Documented service reports detailing inspection results, maintenance activities, and recommendations for improvements.
Fire Technician
Extreme Fire Solutions
06.2010 - 06.2012
- Inspected alarms, hydrants, sprinkler systems and standpipe systems for operational use to minimize incidents.
- Conducted 6 monthly and annual testing of fire doors.
- Installed fire doors and frames, rectify fire door defects.
- Operated and maintained fire protection equipment, including extinguishers and alarms, enhancing operational readiness.
- Documented service reports detailing inspection results, maintenance activities, and recommendations for improvements.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, adhering to company guidelines while promoting a positive representation of the organization''s commitment towards safety and professionalism.
- Ensured compliance with local regulations through meticulous documentation and timely reporting of inspection results.
Woodmachinist
Airlite Windows
04.2006 - 06.2010
- Operated and maintained woodworking machinery to ensure precision in production processes.
- Interpreted technical drawings and specifications to produce customized wood components.
- Monitored equipment performance, troubleshooting issues to minimize downtime and enhance productivity.
- Trained junior machinists on best practices for safe machinery operation and maintenance procedures.
- Developed standard operating procedures for machine setup and operation, improving safety protocols across the team.
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment by adhering to industry best practices and OSHA safety guidelines.
- Managed inventory of raw materials, tools, and supplies, reducing downtime due to shortages or equipment malfunctions.
- Measured and cut materials in adherence to schematic drawings.
- Demonstrated in-depth knowledge of sanders, saws and routers.
- Set up machines to accurately cut materials to specified sizes and dimensions.
- Sharpened and replaced worn or defective blades and bands using hand tools.
Woodmachinist
Tesrol Doors
01.2002 - 04.2006
- Mastered various woodworking tools to create intricate designs and high-quality finishes for clients'' unique requests.
- Operated CNC machines with precision to produce accurate cuts for complex projects that met client specifications.
- Increased production efficiency by calibrating and maintaining woodworking machinery.
- Enhanced product quality through careful selection of wood materials and precise cutting techniques.
- Reviewed job specifications to determine necessary tools and materials.
- Set up machines to accurately cut materials to specified sizes and dimensions.
- Operated and maintained woodworking machinery to ensure precision in production processes.
- Monitored equipment performance, troubleshooting issues to minimize downtime and enhance productivity.
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment by adhering to industry best practices and OSHA safety guidelines.
- Managed inventory of raw materials, tools, and supplies, reducing downtime due to shortages or equipment malfunctions.
Woodmachinist
Goodwin Custom Panel Doors
01.1996 - 12.2002
- Operated and maintained various wood machining equipment to ensure precision and quality.
- Interpreted technical drawings and specifications for efficient production of window components.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and enhance productivity.
- Trained new employees on safe operation of machinery and adherence to safety protocols.
Education
Certificate II In Fire Protection Maintenance - Fire Protection
Pacific Institute Of Technology
Sydney, NSW01-2015
Certificate III in Woodmachining - Woodmachining
Lidcombe TAFE
Lidcombe, NSW01-1998
High School Diploma -
Riverstone High School
Riverstone, NSW12-1992
Skills
- Electrical safety
- Continuous learning attitude
- Confined space entry
- Fire extinguisher maintenance
- Fire safety inspections
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Flexible and adaptable
- Excellent communication
- Organizational skills
- Effective communication
- Decision-making
- Relationship building
- Safety procedures
- Detailed reporting
- Building inspections
- Safety equipment inspection
- Time management abilities
- Safety inspection
- Public safety awareness
Timeline
Fire Technician
Wormald
03.2025 - 06.2025
Fire Technician
BSA
06.2012 - 02.2025
Fire Technician
Extreme Fire Solutions
06.2010 - 06.2012
Woodmachinist
Airlite Windows
04.2006 - 06.2010
Woodmachinist
Tesrol Doors
01.2002 - 04.2006
Woodmachinist
Goodwin Custom Panel Doors
01.1996 - 12.2002
Certificate II In Fire Protection Maintenance - Fire Protection
Pacific Institute Of Technology
Certificate III in Woodmachining - Woodmachining
Lidcombe TAFE
High School Diploma -
Riverstone High School