BERTHOLD MUKOYA MUTHITU
ARFF
WINDHOEK,WINDHOEK
Summary
Diligent Rescue Officer with experience in emergency support and emergency response coupled with fire suppression techniques. Team-focused with strong communication skills to rapidly and effectively respond to emergencies. Stellar work ethic, integrity and reliability. Sharp and focused Fire Fighter proudly offering over 10 years of experience in speaking with school tours about fire safety and responding to various types of emergency situations.
Ambitious student pursuing Accounting and auditing diploma eager to contribute developed knowledge in finance related field. Adaptable and driven with strong work ethic and ability to thrive in team-based or individually motivated settings. Highly organized, proactive and punctual with team-oriented mentality. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Rescue and Firefighting
Namibia Airports Company
Windhoek
01.2013 - Current
- Maintained fire apparatus in condition of readiness and performed general maintenance of fire department property.
- Responded to medical emergencies, alarms and life threats within approximately 3 minutes of calls.
- Evaluate Safety hazards and conditions.
- Completed field assessments of active fires and planned optimal approaches.
- Inspected buildings to determine compliance with fire codes and fire prevention protocols.
- Conducted fire drills at the training ground and at the airport.
- Organized fire caches and positioned equipment for most effective response at emergency calls, which resulted in quicker action times.
- Assess victims’ needs and administer first aid or CPR.
- Learned firefighting methods, treatment protocols, and prevention strategies.
- Collaborated with others to discuss new techniques and methods of achieving our goals (saving lives and properties).
- Responded to fire and safety-related emergency calls in local area.
- Tested and inspected tools, equipment and gear to maintain readiness for different fire scenarios.
- Observed strict safety protocols to maintain personal and coworker safety.
- Located hydrants and operated pumps at proper pressure to evaluate adequacy of water system and availability of water supply.
Crime Investigator
NAMPOL
OSHIVELO
01.2010 - 12.2012
- Testified in court(s) and presented case evidence to assist with trials and hearings.
- Verified and authenticated validity and admissibility of evidence and preserved integrity for court hearings.
- Interviewed subjects, targets and witnesses for information verification and corroboration.
- Ran background checks of individuals to obtain data on character, financial status and personal history.
- Reported results of investigations with written observations and photographs, and produced final reports.
- Eliminated process discrepancies by accurately investigating organized crime, homicide, fraud and other major crime cases while preparing, submitting and aiding district attorney prosecution cases.
- Completed comprehensive face-to-face interviews with subject, neighbors, employers, family and friends and generated detailed reports documenting investigative findings.
- Conducted debriefings for arrested subjects to obtain information pertinent to investigations.
- Researched and reviewed case files and gathered information to solve crimes.
- Investigated homicides and suspicious deaths to point of resolution.
- Developed case plans and conducted comprehensive investigation tactics to obtain necessary evidence.
- Wrote accurate and timely reports regarding evidence statements.
- Conducted safe and legal inspections and searches of property, vehicles and items.
- Referred cases for potential prosecution to District Attorney's office.
- Analyzed and evaluated information to determine appropriate course of criminal prosecution.
- Shortened criminal investigation lead time, executing operational protocol for criminal and non-criminal violations.
- Testified under oath in administrative hearings and criminal court cases.
Police Academy Instructor
NAMPOL
ONDANGWA
09.2010 - 07.2011
- Evaluated students' performance and issued progress reports.
- Conducted on-the-job training classes and demonstrated principles, techniques, procedures and methods of diverse subjects.
- Applied variety of instructional resources to meet needs of students with varying backgrounds and learning styles.
- Offered flexible work schedule to meet needs of students.
- Planned and conducted activities for balanced program of instruction, demonstration and work time, providing students with opportunities to observe, question and investigate.
- Kept team on track by assigning and supervising their activities and giving constructive feedback.
- Resolved interpersonal conflicts by listening, finding common ground and building relationships.
- Defined strategies and created a plan to achieve ambitious operational objectives.
- Motivated and encouraged team members to communicate more openly and constructively with each other.
- Taught over 1200 students application of principled law, police drills and police manuals.
- Cultivated collaborative and innovative learning environment to meet each student's unique educational needs.
- Crafted lesson plans to meet diverse learning modalities and ensure inclusive learning environment.
- Documented and reported on student grades in compliance with the institution's policies.
- Administered standardized tests to assess progress and evaluate need for improving course materials.
- Supervised advanced student work from both independent and group projects.
Education
Basic Firefighter Training Course
Namibia Airports Company
Eros Airport 09.2013
Basic Police Training Course
Andimba Toivo Ya Toivo Training Center
Ondangwa01.2009
Diploma - Accounting And Auditing
University of Namibia
Windhoek Skills
- Good work ethic and integrity
- Team management and conflict resolution
- Fire Technology
- Aircraft Constructions
- Understanding of fire behavior and safety measures against fire
- Aerodrome Emergency Procedures
- Computer literacy (microsoft office packages)
- Modern aviation fire and rescue techniques
- Radiotelephony
- Good understanding of ICAO Proposed Regulations Requirements, NAMCARs and Company policies
- General Security measures at Airports
- Operating of fire tenders ( code C driving license)
- Safety Management System Operations
- Safety Management System Planning
- Managing Accident Prevention and Investigations
- Critical thinking and analytical
- Medical care practices and terminologies
- Goal orientated
competence
- Fie Technology
- Radiotelephony
- Operation of Fire tenders and equipments
- Aviation Incident/Accident investigations as well as crime investigations.
- Understanding of aviation fire and rescue rules, regulations, laws, concepts, and methodologies
- Good understanding of Aerodrome Operational Manual, Aerodrome Emergency Manual System, Company policies, Labour act 11 of 2007, The Constitution, NAMCARS, NAMCATS-AH, Civil Aviation Act, and Namibia Airports Company act 25 od 1998.
- Operating heavy vehicles driving license Code C
- Handling of life threatening situations, holder of Basic Life Support (BLS).
- Good Public Speaking
- Computer Literacy
Certification
- Basic Airport Rescue and Firefighting Certificate - 2013
- Emergency Care Practitioner - Basic -2013
- Certificate of Competency in Radiotelephony (Aeronautical)- 2013
- Airside Safety and Airside Driving certification - 2014
- Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting course (Air Namibia) -2015
- Certified Aviation Security, Cranfield Training Center - 2016
- Safety management system, Cranfield Training Center- 2016
- Neurolinguistic programming (NLP) - School of life- 2019
- Safety and management system (SMS)-Train the trainer(IATA) - 2022
- Managing Accident Prevention and investigation (IATA) -2022
- Public Speaking and Presentaion
Languages
Rukwangali, Oshiwambo, Oshiherero, Thimbukushu
First Language
English
Advanced
C1
Afrikaans
Elementary
A2
References
- J. Kweyo Fire Chief, Hosea Kutako International Airport 0812416954
- D.S. Amakali Fire Chief, Andimba Toivo Ya Toivo Airport. 0812510133
- Detective Chief Inspector T.K. Ekandjo, Criminal Investigaion Unit 067 230012
- Chief Inspector E.D. Nambahu, Instructor Andimba Toivo Ya Toivo
Timeline
Rescue and Firefighting
Namibia Airports Company
01.2013 - Current
Police Academy Instructor
NAMPOL
09.2010 - 07.2011
Crime Investigator
NAMPOL
01.2010 - 12.2012
Basic Firefighter Training Course
Namibia Airports Company
Basic Police Training Course
Andimba Toivo Ya Toivo Training Center
Diploma - Accounting And Auditing
University of Namibia
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