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Scott Powell

highgate,SA

Summary

I currently work full-time for the SAMFS as a senior communications operator, answering 000 calls and general business calls from the public & other agencies and dispatching firefighters/fire fighting appliances as required. I also conduct radio operations, speaking with personnel at incident scenes which includes MFS/CFS/SES.

I also have experience in firefighting and driving SAMFS vehicles.

Overview

40
40
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Firefighter/Communications Operator

SAMFS
11.2010 - Current
  • Operated fire hoses, hydrants and extinguishers to eliminate fire and prevent from spreading.
  • Initiated first aid measures to alleviate further injury and prepared victims for transport to medical facilities.
  • Oversaw equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness.
  • Participated in physical fitness and training programs to maintain preparedness and stamina for fire rescues.
  • Assisted with regular maintenance of firefighting equipment.
  • Managed high volume of incoming calls from customers, providing outstanding customer service to callers.
  • Remained calm and poised in stressful situations, diffusing angry callers and mitigating issues.
  • Received incoming calls and paged individuals and departments over PA system.
  • Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.

Police Officer

SAPOL
10.1985 - 10.2010

General Policing duties including uniformed patrols and police station duties.


General Policing/Patrol work and running a Country Police Station.


Police Dog Handler with a general purpose police dog performing patrol duties and searches utilizing a Police Dog.

Education

Completed Year 12 High School

Elizabeth High School
Elizabeth, SA
12-1983

Skills

  • Structural firefighting
  • First aid certified
  • Fire safety
  • Community relations
  • Public speaking

Certification

Current Heavy Rigid SA drivers licence

Timeline

Firefighter/Communications Operator

SAMFS
11.2010 - Current

Police Officer

SAPOL
10.1985 - 10.2010

Completed Year 12 High School

Elizabeth High School
Scott Powell