At the rank of Leading Firefighter (Crew Manager) I take charge of firefighting operations at a task-focused supervisory level at large incidents, or command a prolonged incident in the primary stages - ensuring the initial tactical plan, strategy, safe systems of work and command support of the operation is established before handing over to a more senior manager. At a fire station and in the community away from emergency operations I have line management responsibility to a team of 9… Show more At the rank of Leading Firefighter (Crew Manager) I take charge of firefighting operations at a task-focused supervisory level at large incidents, or command a prolonged incident in the primary stages - ensuring the initial tactical plan, strategy, safe systems of work and command support of the operation is established before handing over to a more senior manager. At a fire station and in the community away from emergency operations I have line management responsibility to a team of 9 Firefighters, where I lead on routine activities such as: risk visits and fire safety regulation checks in commercial premises, planning and facilitating/delivering training exercises as well as other team administration tasks. In this role, both at an emergency and in day-to-day supervisory activities, I would demonstrate:• Command Skills (leadership, decision making, situational awareness and communication)• Safety Management (ensuring the safety of fire crews and risk assessment)• Organisation (taking command roles, interoperability with other agencies and structuring an incident)• Operational/technical knowledge (dealing with all types of operational incidents and following policies and procedures) Show less

As a wholetime Firefighter, I crew a Fire Appliance and respond to a range of incidents alongside a team. I work to the Incident Commander's intent in order to save life, property and the environment, and to bring about resolve in dynamic and challenging circumstances. Also, in a preventative capacity, non-emergency work plays an equally important part. At an emergency, with safety in mind, I would:• Wear Breathing Apparatus to conduct firefighting, search and rescue, or decontamination… Show more As a wholetime Firefighter, I crew a Fire Appliance and respond to a range of incidents alongside a team. I work to the Incident Commander's intent in order to save life, property and the environment, and to bring about resolve in dynamic and challenging circumstances. Also, in a preventative capacity, non-emergency work plays an equally important part. At an emergency, with safety in mind, I would:• Wear Breathing Apparatus to conduct firefighting, search and rescue, or decontamination at Hazardous Material Incidents• Work safely on railways at incidents on the Transport for London or Network Rail infrastructure• Attend Road Traffic Collisions and use power tools to allow for casualty extrication collaboratively with Paramedic partners • Work collaboratively with partner emergency services and neighbouring Fire & Rescue Services at training events and operational incidents• Provide pre-hospital care to patientsIn a non-emergency capacity I would:• Plan community visits to deliver safety messages at schools, care homes and community fetes etc• Deliver and take part in regular training and lectures to allow for operational readiness and policy familiarisation• Conduct building and hydrant inspections and follow any relevant actions so that information needed for firefighting and protecting life and property can be obtained• Assist Outreach colleagues at information sessions and recruitment events to showcase the role and encourage new applicants Show less

In order to augment the provision of London Ambulance Service at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, I was re-assigned to crew an emergency ambulance working under the direction of a Paramedic to deliver pre-hospital care. I would:• Complete a full ambulance inventory at the beginning of a shift and re-stock supplies • Operate in a resuscitation team at a Cardiac or Respiratory Arrest during life support activities• Behave with compassion and care when dealing with… Show more In order to augment the provision of London Ambulance Service at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, I was re-assigned to crew an emergency ambulance working under the direction of a Paramedic to deliver pre-hospital care. I would:• Complete a full ambulance inventory at the beginning of a shift and re-stock supplies • Operate in a resuscitation team at a Cardiac or Respiratory Arrest during life support activities• Behave with compassion and care when dealing with patients or bereaved family members• Drive an ambulance under blue light conditions to an incident or conveying a patient to hospital applying the Roadcraft “System of Car Control” principles and considering patient care on the drive Show less

Seconded to a Project Management Office in the public sector (GLA Collaboration Programme), I worked alongside a Team to guide on the delivery of numerous Collaborative/Change Projects through milestones on time and within budget, with the overall purpose of: delivering efficiency savings in the public realm; delivering Mayoral policy objectives and encouraging cultural change around joint working across the Mayoral group of organisations. In this role I would:• Produce a monthly report… Show more Seconded to a Project Management Office in the public sector (GLA Collaboration Programme), I worked alongside a Team to guide on the delivery of numerous Collaborative/Change Projects through milestones on time and within budget, with the overall purpose of: delivering efficiency savings in the public realm; delivering Mayoral policy objectives and encouraging cultural change around joint working across the Mayoral group of organisations. In this role I would:• Produce a monthly report for presentation and endorsement by the Mayor of London’s Chief of Staff as well as multi-organisational senior panel members at a monthly Board • Review the status of project’s & funding requests and complete relevant actions to allow for progress to the next milestone• Liaise with senior stakeholders and subject matter experts across a number of organisations in order to foster collaborative working and greater understanding• Create and lead presentations and meetings to encourage joint working and ensuring project compliance with overall strategies. Resolving any follow-up actions• Devise management strategies and solutions for the purpose of minimising project delays, risk, assumptions, issues and dependencies with the wider view of project controlling and reporting• Utilise computer software to assist managing projects including: creating user guides and instructional documents; designing and rolling out reporting means using Power BI as well as Microsoft Excel; planning projects using Microsoft Project Show less

Returning to Telford Homes after Graduating I worked across 3 sites at various stages of Construction in order to assist the project to be delivered on time and on budget. I would:• Review Risk Assessments/Method Statements for compliance with safety standards and recommend changes where necessary• Supervising works and being the responsible person during weekend working • Review technical drawings and as built surveys• Liaise with project stakeholders through… Show more Returning to Telford Homes after Graduating I worked across 3 sites at various stages of Construction in order to assist the project to be delivered on time and on budget. I would:• Review Risk Assessments/Method Statements for compliance with safety standards and recommend changes where necessary• Supervising works and being the responsible person during weekend working • Review technical drawings and as built surveys• Liaise with project stakeholders through various means and communicating the status of the project to senior stakeholders• Use CAD and Project Planning software (Asta PowerProject) to develop project scheduling plans • Conduct inductions and safety briefings Show less

As a Management Intern, I shadowed Project Management colleagues on numerous house-building sites and took guidance in order to learn best practice for project delivery, but under supervision I would also:• Manage current packages of work and plan for future sub-contract works considering site constraints• Order construction site supplies, materials and labour• Supervise work operatives to ensure activities are undertaken safely• Conduct a daily site induction… Show more As a Management Intern, I shadowed Project Management colleagues on numerous house-building sites and took guidance in order to learn best practice for project delivery, but under supervision I would also:• Manage current packages of work and plan for future sub-contract works considering site constraints• Order construction site supplies, materials and labour• Supervise work operatives to ensure activities are undertaken safely• Conduct a daily site induction for new operatives to ensure compliance with site rules and safety matters• Keep in good order site documentation and paperwork Show less