Timothy Carslake
Swansea,United Kingdom
Summary
Dedicated professional with expertise in wildland firefighting and confined space entry, demonstrating resilience in stressful environments. Skilled in rope rescue and structural collapse rescue, with proficiency in breathing apparatus usage and rescue tools. Committed to maintaining physical stamina and fitness, ensuring effective communication during emergencies.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Operational firefighter
South Wales Fire and Rescue Service
Maesteg, County Borough of Bridgend
01.2022 - Current
- Operated various types of heavy machinery proficiently during rescue operations.
- Responded promptly to emergency calls for fire and rescue incidents.
- Maintained firefighting equipment meticulously for optimal performance.
- Demonstrated exceptional problem-solving skills whilst dealing with complex rescue operations.
- Utilised advanced firefighting technology efficiently in high-pressure scenarios, optimised operational success rate.
Operations assistant
David Lloyd Leisure
Swansea, City and County of Swansea
12.2023 - Current
- Conducted regular audits to maintain quality standards.
- Improved operational efficiency by streamlining administrative processes.
- Assured smooth operation with proper inventory management.
- Collaborated with various departments to streamline business operations.
- Managed schedules to ensure timely operations completion.
Prison custody officer
HM Prison & Probation Service
Swansea, City and County of Swansea
01.2017 - 01.2022
- Followed strict protocol during emergency situations to minimise harm and maintain order.
- Resolved conflicts amongst inmates, ensuring peaceful cohabitation within cells.
- Monitored inmate behaviour, promptly addressing any signs of aggression or distress.
- Safeguarded prisoner welfare by conducting frequent welfare checks and providing necessary assistance when required.
- Participated in escort duties during off-site hospital visits ensuring prisoner's medical needs were met without compromising security principles.
- Managed administrative tasks such as report writing and record keeping, ensuring accurate documentation of all incidents within the facility.
- Conducted risk assessments for potential security breaches, enhancing overall safety measures.
Education
A-Levels - Physical Education, Human Biology, Psychology, Mathematics
NPTC College
Neath, Neath Port Talbot 09.2009 - 06.2011
Skills
- Breathing apparatus usage
- Structural collapse rescue
- Wildland firefighting
- Confined space entry
- Resilient in stressful environments
- Rope rescue expertise
- Rescue tools proficiency
- Physical stamina and fitness
- Communications in emergencies
Certification
- Category C Drivers Licence
- Advanced First Aid course with Fire Service
- Qualsafe Level 3 Award in Emergency First Aid at work
- Qualsafe Level 3 Award in Emergency Paediatric First Aid
- Emergency Response Swimming Pool (4th Edition)
Timeline
Operations assistant
David Lloyd Leisure
12.2023 - Current
Operational firefighter
South Wales Fire and Rescue Service
01.2022 - Current
Prison custody officer
HM Prison & Probation Service
01.2017 - 01.2022
A-Levels - Physical Education, Human Biology, Psychology, Mathematics
NPTC College
09.2009 - 06.2011