Simon Holt
Kincumber,NSW
Summary
Vigilant Firefighter with many years of experience performing firefighting and emergency medical duties. Passionate about protecting lives and property through dedicated service. Committed and physically fit professional. Works cooperatively and extremely well with other first responders to gain control of emergency scenes. Expertise in HAZMAT handling, hostile fire events, and mass casualty events.
Overview
1
1
Certification
2
2
years of post-secondary education
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Rubbish Removal
Sole Trader
Sydney
06.2021 - Current
- The demolition of existing structures and removal of debris.
- Removal of old furniture items from commercial and residential properties
- Coordinated removal of hazardous materials from demolition sites, ensuring compliance with environmental guidelines.
- Supported demolition activities including removal of existing walls or ceilings.
- Loaded debris into trucks for removal from job sites.
- Cleaned up job sites post-work, ensuring thorough removal of debris and trash for safety and cleanliness.
- Coordinated and managed all job bookings for efficient scheduling. and admin
Aviation Rescue Firefighter
Airservices
Botany Bay , NSW
09.2013 - 05.2021
- - Maintained a mandated 3-minute emergency rapid-intervention response time to any point on the aerodrome runway and movement area.
- - Operated and performed operator-level maintenance on Ultra Large Fire Vehicles (ULFVs) and specialized high-performance airport fire appliances.
- - Executed fire suppression, rescue, and evacuation operations for aircraft crashes, engine fires, fuel spills, and terminal structural fires.
- - Served as a first medical responder, administering advanced First Aid, CPR, and automated external defibrillator (AED) support to passengers and staff.
- - Monitored live airfield taxiing, commercial flight movements, and responded to local Fire Control Centre radio communications.
- - Conducted regular fire safety, terminal hazard inspections, and fuel containment area audits to ensure CASA compliance.
- - Participated in rigorous, continuous shift-based physical fitness training and structured hot-fire tactical drill simulations.
- - Managed hazardous materials (HAZMAT) incidents, structural entrapments, and perimeter water-rescue operations.
Rifleman Infantry
Australian Army
Adelaide
03.2010 - 02.2012
- Tactical Operations: Executed high-readiness combat operations, reconnaissance patrols, and security tasks under high-pressure conditions.
- Weapons & Equipment Mastery: Maintained absolute proficiency and strict safety standards in operating advanced weapon systems, communications gear, and night-vision equipment.
- Field Craft & Survival: Demonstrated exceptional adaptability, navigation, and survival skills in diverse, austere environments and extreme weather conditions.
- Small Team Leadership: Commanded or stepped up to lead fire teams (4-person elements) during complex tasks, ensuring accountability and clear direction.
- High-Stakes Collaboration: Worked seamlessly within a 30-person platoon to achieve precise mission objectives in fast-paced environments.
- Clear Communication: Transmitted critical, time-sensitive information via radio networks and visual signals under intense stress, eliminating ambiguity.
- Vehicle Operations: Operated and maintained specialized military vehicles and platforms, ensuring optimal fleet readiness.
Education
Cert 3 Public Safety And Firefighting Operations
TAFE
12.2013 - 12.2015
Cert 3 Personal Training/Group Exercise Instructor
TAFE
06.2012 - 12.2012
High School - Yr 11
Mater Maria
Warriewood, NSW Skills
- HAZMAT response
- Fire suppression
- Rescue operations
- Emergency medical response
- Safety compliance
- Equipment maintenance
- Radio communications
- Aircraft rescue
- Swift water rescue
- Map reading and navigation
- Fitness and agility
- Working under stress in a team
- Teamwork
- Situational awareness
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Working under stress in a team
Certification
- Advanced First Aid and Resuscitation course - booked 16th of November 2026
- NSW Boat licence - renewal course - 2nd of November
- Prepared to obtain H.U.E.T at own cost
- Prepared to obtain Aircrew Officer certification 4 at own cost
- HR Unrestricted NSW licence
References
References available upon request.
Accomplishments
Fittest soldier in Infantry training - 2011
Timeline
Rubbish Removal
Sole Trader
06.2021 - Current
Cert 3 Public Safety And Firefighting Operations
TAFE
12.2013 - 12.2015
Aviation Rescue Firefighter
Airservices
09.2013 - 05.2021
Cert 3 Personal Training/Group Exercise Instructor
TAFE
06.2012 - 12.2012
Rifleman Infantry
Australian Army
03.2010 - 02.2012
High School - Yr 11
Mater Maria