Kate Wade
Perth,WA
Summary
Experienced Senior Firefighter known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in emergency response, fire safety compliance, and hazardous materials handling. Excel in leadership, teamwork, and critical thinking to ensure success in high-pressure situations. Committed to continuous learning and adapting to new challenges in fire safety and emergency services.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Firefighter
Department Fire and Emergency Services
Perth, Western Australia
02.2020 - Current
- Responded to fire and safety-related emergency calls in local area.
- Collaborated with other emergency personnel when responding to accident scenes or acute illness calls requiring emergency medical care.
- Assessed risk factors at scenes of fires or other emergencies to ensure safety.
- Maintained records of inspections, tests and drills conducted by the department.
- Informed and educated local community members about fire prevention and safety.
- Observed strict safety protocols to maintain personal and coworker safety.
- Inspected buildings for compliance with fire codes and regulations.
- Performed maintenance on firefighting apparatus, vehicles, tools and equipment.
- Analyzed situations to quickly adopt courses of action with regard to surroundings and circumstances.
- Performed pre-incident planning activities including site assessments and surveys.
- Communicated with other firefighters and emergency personnel to relay observations, equipment needs, and other relevant information.
- Managed household errands and other essential duties.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
Senior Firefighter
Queensland Fire Department (formerly QFES)
Townsville, Queensland
01.2011 - 02.2020
- Responded to fire and safety-related emergency calls in local area.
- Collaborated with other emergency personnel when responding to accident scenes or acute illness calls requiring emergency medical care.
- Assessed risk factors at scenes of fires or other emergencies to ensure safety.
- Participated in fire and life safety inspections of commercial and residential properties and checked operating condition of hydrants.
- Employed systematic search and rescue procedures and location and excavation devices to safely locate and evacuate victims.
- Inspected buildings to determine compliance with fire codes and fire prevention protocols.
- Led and planned periodic fire safety inspections to identify unsafe conditions.
- Maintained records of inspections, tests and drills conducted by the department.
- Attended meetings with other departments to coordinate responses to incidents.
- Observed strict safety protocols to maintain personal and coworker safety.
- Prepared written reports summarizing investigations into causes of fires.
- Trained continuously to maintain required physical fitness for demanding work.
- Performed pre-incident planning activities including site assessments and surveys.
- Investigated the cause, origin, spread and development of fires.
- Utilized advanced technical skills and expertise to troubleshoot complex problems and implement solutions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Sport And Exercise Science
James Cook University
TownsvilleHigh School Diploma -
Guilford Young College
Hobart, TASHigh School Diploma -
Ogilvie High School
New Town, TASSkills
- Fire suppression tactics
- Firefighter training development
- Conflict resolution techniques
- Team building exercises
- Fireground communications
- Critical thinking
- Physical fitness maintenance
- Incident command system
- Time management proficiency
- Interagency collaboration
- Stress management techniques
Affiliations
- Maintain and continue to improve high level of physical fitness
- Outdoor activities including hiking and the beach
- Proud dog mum and take him on all my adventures
Timeline
Senior Firefighter
Department Fire and Emergency Services
02.2020 - Current
Senior Firefighter
Queensland Fire Department (formerly QFES)
01.2011 - 02.2020
Bachelor of Science - Sport And Exercise Science
James Cook University
High School Diploma -
Guilford Young College
High School Diploma -
Ogilvie High School
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