Shane Cox
Catterick
Summary
Accomplished Firefighter and Watch Commander with a proven track record at Durham and Darlington FRS and North Yorkshire FRS, adept in Emergency Management and fostering Teamwork and Collaboration. Excelled in leadership, significantly enhancing interagency coordination and operational efficiency. Skilled in analytical thinking and decision-making, consistently achieving positive outcomes in high-pressure situations.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Firefighter
Durham and Darlington FRS
Darlington, United Kingdom
06.2024 - Current
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills while serving as a mentor to new firefighters, fostering a culture of teamwork and professionalism within the department.
- Initiated first aid measures to alleviate further injury and prepared victims for transport to medical facilities.
- Contributed to positive outcomes during multi-agency responses by effectively collaborating with law enforcement personnel, paramedics, and other emergency service providers.
- Educated the local community on fire safety practices through presentations at schools, businesses, and other public venues.
- Strengthened interdepartmental relationships through participation in joint training exercises with neighboring fire services.
- Provided immediate medical attention to victims at emergency scenes, ensuring swift stabilisation before hospital transport.
Watch Commander
North Yorkshire FRS
Catterick, United Kingdom
02.2019 - Current
- Evaluated officer performance through regular reviews, identifying areas for improvement and providing constructive feedback for professional growth.
- Contributed to policy revisions and updates to ensure alignment with best practices.
- Implemented innovative training programs tailored to the specific needs of the watch team, resulting in improved skill sets across various disciplines.
- Supervised daily shift operations, providing guidance and support to officers in the field as needed.
- Demonstrated exceptional leadership skills in high-pressure situations, maintaining composure and motivating team members to perform at their best.
- Adapted quickly to changing situations by making informed decisions based on available information and resources.
- Coordinated with external agencies in emergency situations, facilitating effective collaboration and resource sharing.
- Mentored junior staff members by sharing knowledge learned from years of experience, promoting career development opportunities within the department.
- Led team in developing strategic plans to meet operational objectives.
- Analyzed intelligence reports and identified potential tactical threats.
- Coordinated multidisciplinary team efforts to ensure efficient patient care during trauma situations.
- Provided education and training opportunities to the watch on current trends in trauma management, fostering a culture of continuous learning.
- Built strong relationships with patients and families for optimised care satisfaction.
- Liaised with other healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive patient care plans and provide highest quality of care.
Platoon Sergeant
HM Forces
Catterick, United Kingdom
03.2011 - 04.2023
- Collaborated with fellow NCOs to develop innovative tactics and strategies, resulting in improved mission outcomes.
- Promoted safety awareness within the platoon, significantly reducing accidents during training exercises and deployments.
- Maintained health, welfare and combat readiness of personnel within platoon.
- Established a strong team dynamic within the platoon through effective communication and leadership strategies.
- Conducted personal and professional counseling, routine inspections and physical fitness tests.
- Maintained high levels of morale among soldiers, fostering a positive and motivated environment.
- Conducted thorough risk assessments prior to any operation or training exercise for optimal safety measures.
- Improved operational efficiency with meticulous resource management and logistical planning.
- Enhanced team cohesion and effectiveness with targeted team-building activities.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations, providing constructive feedback and identifying opportunities for development.
- Led team in developing strategic plans to meet operational objectives.
- Created contingency plans to address unexpected tactical scenarios.
- Analyzed intelligence reports and identified potential tactical threats.
Education
No Degree - Managing Safely
Institution of Occupational Safety And Health
North Yorkshire FRS11.2023
No Degree - L3 Incident Command in Fire And Rescue Services
SFJ
North Yorkshire FRS08.2023
No Degree - L3 Emergency Fire Service Operations
Pearson
North Yorkshire FRS10.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Criminology And Psychology
The Open University
Remote06.2021
No Degree - L4 Management And Leadership
Pearson
HM Forces06.2021
No Degree - Education And Training
City And Guilds
HM Forces05.2021
No Degree - L2 English
Pearson
HM Forces06.2020
No Degree - L2 Maths
Pearson
HM Forces03.2020
No Degree - Trauma Risk Incident Management Prac
HM Forces
HM Forces05.2015
Skills
- Public Safety
- Emergency Management
- Interagency Coordination
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Time Management
- Problem-solving abilities
- Attention to Detail
- Active Listening
- Effective Communication
- Decision-Making
- Relationship Building
- Self Motivation
- Interpersonal Skills
- Analytical Thinking
- Goal Setting
Timeline
Firefighter
Durham and Darlington FRS
06.2024 - Current
Watch Commander
North Yorkshire FRS
02.2019 - Current
Platoon Sergeant
HM Forces
03.2011 - 04.2023
No Degree - Managing Safely
Institution of Occupational Safety And Health
No Degree - L3 Incident Command in Fire And Rescue Services
SFJ
No Degree - L3 Emergency Fire Service Operations
Pearson
Bachelor of Arts - Criminology And Psychology
The Open University
No Degree - L4 Management And Leadership
Pearson
No Degree - Education And Training
City And Guilds
No Degree - L2 English
Pearson
No Degree - L2 Maths
Pearson
No Degree - Trauma Risk Incident Management Prac
HM Forces