VICTOR MANDERE
HARARE
Summary
Highly motivated and dedicated Firefighter with over 7 years of experience, skilled in prompt response and control of fire-related emergencies. Adapts services and care to meet varying accident and emergency needs. Alert and proactive for reliable, secure incident management.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work history
Firefighter/Driver Operator
KIPIC(Oil & Gas Company)
, Kuwait
08.2024 - Current
- Responded swiftly to contain fire incidents effectively.
- Operated fire appliances while ensuring safe navigation.
- Inspected firefighting equipment and hydrants for operational readiness.
- Executed pump operations to maintain efficient water flow.
- Conducted thorough cleaning of appliances and equipment after use.
- Participated actively in firefighting efforts during emergencies.
- Performed rescue and extraction operations to safeguard lives.
- Collaborated with team members to execute effective firefighting strategies during incidents.
Hazmat Technician /Firefighter/Driver Operator
KAUST FIRE AND RESCUE DEPARTMENT
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
06.2022 - 08.2024
- Executed firefighting operations in airfield and structural environments, including HAZMAT and rescue situations.
- Operated complex firefighting vehicles, responding to diverse incidents involving fire and emergencies.
- Managed responses to numerous hazardous material spills, ensuring public safety.
- Trained 47 volunteer firefighters, leading initiatives in evacuation and fire prevention.
- Administered CPR and first aid to injured individuals in emergency scenarios.
- Charged breathing apparatus cylinders to maintain readiness for firefighting operations.
- Conducted cleaning of appliances and equipment to uphold operational standards.
Firefighter/Fire Truck Operator
CITY OF HARARE FIRE BRIGADE
HARARE, Zimbabwe
01.2018 - 05.2022
- Dispatched fire appliances and EMS to service calls promptly.
- Conducted fire safety campaigns to prevent incidents effectively.
- Operated firefighting appliances during emergencies and managed pump operations.
- Rescued individuals and animals from hazardous situations.
- Administered first aid and oxygen therapy in critical circumstances.
- Participated in training for firefighting techniques, demonstrations, and drills.
- Inspected firefighting equipment and hydrants regularly to ensure readiness.
- Delivered public education initiatives on fire safety practices.
Education
A-Levels -
ZIMSEC ADVANCED LEVEL
ZIMBABWE /2015 - /2017
Fire Qualifications Certificate - FIRE
ZIMBABWE FIRE SERVICE EXAMINATION BOARD
ZIMBABWEFire Qualifications Certificate - [NFPA]
ARAB FIRE, SAFETY & SECURITY ACADEMY
SAUDI ARABIAO-Levels -
ZIMSEC ORDINARY LEVEL
ZIMABABWE /2012 - /2015
Skills
- Tactical thinking
- Rope rescue techniques
- Confined space rescue
- First aid proficiency
- Hazardous materials identification
- Emergency response
- Verbal communication
- Microsoft Word
Languages
English
Fluent
Affiliations
- gym, soccer, swimming,
Accomplishments
Bronze-Live saving
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Firefighter/Driver Operator
KIPIC(Oil & Gas Company)
08.2024 - Current
Hazmat Technician /Firefighter/Driver Operator
KAUST FIRE AND RESCUE DEPARTMENT
06.2022 - 08.2024
Firefighter/Fire Truck Operator
CITY OF HARARE FIRE BRIGADE
01.2018 - 05.2022
A-Levels -
ZIMSEC ADVANCED LEVEL
/2015 - /2017
Fire Qualifications Certificate - FIRE
ZIMBABWE FIRE SERVICE EXAMINATION BOARD
Fire Qualifications Certificate - [NFPA]
ARAB FIRE, SAFETY & SECURITY ACADEMY
O-Levels -
ZIMSEC ORDINARY LEVEL
/2012 - /2015