Highly Trained and Experienced Emergency Services Professional with a demonstrated/documented thirty years working history within the Emergency Services Industry, both in an urban environment and now mining sectors.
I consider myself to be an extremely focused and flexible team player with a multitude of skills/competencies & knowledge, some of which are but not limited to (Fire and Rescue, Risk Management, Training and Emergency Response/Crisis Management, AIMS processes and Bushfire Management).
I’m consistently training & developing my skills which enable me to operate safely/effectively within a multitude of Mining sectors throughout Australia and abroad.
• Provide leadership and training services for the emergency response group. (ERTs) • Respond to Emergency Incidents. Fire/Road Crash Rescue/Hazmat/ Vertical Rescue/Confined Space Rescue. • Equipment preparedness including compliance inspections and reporting. • Conduct of site fitness for work requirements in accordance with site and company alcohol and other drugs (AOD) policies. • Plan, co-ordinate, and participate in site emergency evacuation drills. • Co-ordinate training response drills with ERT-Teams to Fire/Road Crash Rescue/Hazmat/ Vertical Rescue/Confined Space Rescue. • To assist in the provision of site security services. • To provide assistance to onsite paramedic to ensure Medical facilities & Medical Station is maintained and in an operationally ready status. • Maintain a required level of fitness to perform the job role as dictated by the company.
• Provide leadership and training services for the emergency response group.
• Respond to Emergency Incidents. Fire/Road Crash Rescue/Hazmat/ Vertical Rescue/Confined Space Rescue.
• Equipment preparedness including compliance inspections and reporting.
• Conduct of site fitness for work requirements in accordance with site and company alcohol and other drugs (AOD) policies.
• Plan, co-ordinate, and participate in site emergency drills. Fire/Road Crash Rescue/Hazmat/ Vertical Rescue/Confined Space Rescue.
• To assist in the provision of site security services.
• To provide medical services and ensure Medical facilities/Medical Station are maintained in an operationally ready status.
• Maintain a required level of fitness to perform the job role as dictated by the company.
• Automatic Fire Alarm response
• Review and Overhaul of Operational Work Permits • Lead team of 4 or more employees in all operations including but not limited to: Structural Fires/Road Crash Rescue/Hazmat incidents/Confine Space Rescue/Vertical Rescue/Major Gas Facility Fires. • First aid / Medical Emergency Response. • Emergency response, planning and exercises • Evaluation processes / policy implementation • Working with individuals from Culturally Diverse backgrounds, from PNG, whom form part of the response team. • Training Assessments and Drills • Effective Communication, Written, Verbal
• Conduct Work Place assessments, (Audits/Risk assessments). • Ensure all Emergency Equipment is in maintained for operational readiness.
• Proven Ability to Lead a team of up to -18 Firefighters and 6 Operational Fire Appliances to any Complex Incident/Operations. • Ability to lead & operate under the following incidents - Including but not limited to: Road Crash Rescue. Confine space. Vertical Rescue. Swift-water Incidents. Major Hazmat Incidents & Aviation Rescue & Maritime Rescue etc.
• Effectively reduced job-related accidents by properly Training Departmental Employees on corporate safety processes., via our Zero Harm Policies/Procedures.
• Utilized effective communication both Written/Verbal, and to maintain an open door policy to encourage Respectful working atmosphere for all employees.
• Collaborated with individuals, including High Ranking Personnel to make sure that the department was meeting all regulatory requirements.
• Delivered a high level of Dedicated service to our Stakeholders(Members of the Public) to build upon relationships for the future.
• Manage/Improve various procedures, including/gaps analysis/Training and Development and all new program roll-outs.
• Delivered and implemented staff engagement/Gender Diversity and cultural programs, alongside a robust reporting tool to improving operational quality.
• Motivated to lead team members to work together, while achieving common Goals/Profitability targets/While maintaining Safety at all times.
• Cultivated positive relationships with members of the community from different cultural& Ethnic backgrounds.
• Community Education School Program's - Delivering Safety messages & education.
• Emergency response to Structural Fires/(RCR) Road Crash Rescue/Hazmat incidents/Confine space rescue/Vertical Rescue, Gas Fires
• Provided First aid
• Training Assessments and Drill Assessments
• Effective Communication, Written/Verbal
• Conduct Workplace assessments
• Ensure all Emergency Equipment is in maintained for operational readiness.
· Determined required materials, job requirements task priorities according to work orders. · Communicate with clients to provide project estimates regarding materials and labour. · Acquired/maintained high skill level in construction · Kept supervisor informed of job progress and material requirements, planned work and determined appropriate tools and equipment. · Managed work with little or no supervision.
Adjusted gas flow and pressure to create and maintain desired flames · Applied knowledge of metallurgy, geometry and welding techniques to determine optimal welding strategies · Used discretion and sound judgement in using company materials and supplies · Assessed production schedules, drawings and materials to better understand job specifics before project start · Addressed customer concerns resolved issues promptly using effective communication skills · Worked effectively with fellow team members in fast-paced, dangerous and intense environments.
My Qualifications & Certifications can be viewed on:
LinkedIn & SEEK
Mining ESO Qualifications
Cert 3 Mine Rescue Emergency Response
Cert 3 Security License (Current)
Drug and Alcohol testing
MSIC – Card (Current)
Certificate IV in Pre Hospital Health Care - HLT41115
TAA40104 - Certificate IV in Training and Assessment
Standard 11- Valid till 2025
CPP20521 Certificate II in Fire Protection Inspection and Testing
Career Firefighter Qualifications
PUA20601 - Certificate II in Public Safety
PUA30601 - Certificate III in Public Safety
30391QLD Diploma of Fire and Rescue Operations
FNA430 - Senior Firefighter Development Program
FNA431 - Station Officer Development Program (ODP1)
FFGP500 - Officer Development Program (ODP2)
FFGP600 - Officer Development Program (ODP3)
NSWFB Retained Firefighter Qualifications
Completion of NSWSFB - Certificate ll in Firefighting Operations
Completion of NSWFB - Certificate lll in Firefighting Operations
NSWRFS Volunteer Firefighter Qualifications
Completion of NSWRFS - Certificate of Proficiency Advanced Firefighter
Certificate of Proficiency Village Firefighter NSWRFS
Completion of - Able Bodied Firefighter certificate NSWFRS
Diplomas and Advanced Diplomas
PUA60119 Advanced Diploma of Public Safety(Emergency Management)
BSB61015 Advanced Diploma of Leadership and Management
BSB51315 Diploma of Work Health and Safety
30391QLD Diploma of Fire and Rescue Operations
Medical Qualifications
Certificate IV in Pre Hospital Health Care - HLT41115
Venepuncture Certificate (Australian Nursing/Midwifery Federation)
FNA480 Senior First Aid Certificate
FNA481 Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation/ Advanced First Aid
FNA482 Advanced Resuscitation Techniques
Training/Instructor Qualifications
TAA40110 - Certificate IV Training and Assessment
TAEDEL301A - Provide Work Skill Instruction
TAEASS401A - Plan Assessment Activities and Processes
TAESS402A - Assess Competence
TAEASS403A - Participate in Assessment and Validation
Construction Qualifications
Workplace Health and Safety Construction Induction (White Card) Card Number 2314806 - QLD
Occupational Health & Safety Induction Training for Construction Work WORKCOVER - QLD
Statement of Attainment National Engineering Training Program NORTH COAST INSTITUTE OF TAFE -NSW
Certificate in Occupational Studies Fabrication NORTH COAST INSTITUTE OF TAFE - NSW
Bricklaying Trade Certificate NORTH COAST INSTITUTE OF TAFE - NSW
7 years’ Volunteer Service with NSWRFS: (New South Wales Rural Fire Service) Tweed Heads NSW
Garry Squires
Mines manager
Weipa Operations
RioTinto Aluminium
Weipa, QLD 4874 Australia
M : 0427 699 659
Terry Stapleton
Station Officer (Retired) 40 Years Professional Service
NSWFS (New South Wales Fire Service)
(M): 0409 714 984
Alan Carlson
Senior Firefighter QFES (Still current)
(Queensland Fire and Emergency Service).
M: 0419 963 806
E: acarlson5403@gmail.com