DAMIEN Mbanga
Windhoek
Summary
Energetically spearheaded firefighting and emergency response at Namibia Airports Company, showcasing expertise in hazardous materials handling and exceptional team coordination. Achieved significant improvements in safety protocols and equipment readiness, ensuring swift, efficient aircraft evacuation assistance. Demonstrated strong leadership in evaluating innovative firefighting technologies, enhancing operational efficiency and emergency preparedness.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Aircraft Rescue Firefighter
Namibia Airports Company
Windhoek
11.2023 - Current
- Tested and inspected tools, equipment and gear to maintain readiness for different fire scenarios.
- Evaluated new firefighting technologies for potential use at the airport.
- Educated public on ways to prevent fires and fire damage.
- Maintained a high level of physical fitness in order to respond quickly to emergency situations.
- Located hydrants and operated pumps at proper pressure to evaluate adequacy of water system and availability of water supply.
- Observed strict safety protocols to maintain personal and coworker safety.
- Inspected buildings to determine compliance with fire codes and fire prevention protocols.
- Performed routine maintenance on firefighting equipment such as hoses, nozzles, pumps and breathing apparatus.
- Communicated regularly with air traffic control regarding flight paths, arrivals and departures.
Education
NAMIBIAN SENIOR SECONDARY CERTIFICATE -
Windhoek Technical High School
Windhoek01.2019
JUNIOR SECONDARY CERTIFICATE -
Windhoek Technical High School
Windhoek11.2017
Skills
- Vehicle extrication
- Emergency medical services
- Hazardous materials handling
- Fire apparatus operation
- Aircraft evacuation assistance
- Structural firefighting
- Rescue techniques
- Code C drivers license
Hobbies and Interests
- Traveling
- Cooking
- Fitness
- Nutrition
Certification
- ARFFS Operational, Health & Environmental Safety
- Fire Fighter 1 NFPA 1001
- Self Contained Breathing Apparatus Training
- Fire Tender & Pumper Training
- Aircraft Construction Part 1
- Aircraft Fire Fighting Tactics and Techniques
- Hot Zone Practical Fire Fighting Training
- Dangerous Goods Group C (CAT 10)
- Aerodrome Topography Training
- Aerodrome RWY & TWY Safety Inspections
- ARFFS Watchroom Training
- Aircraft Marshalling (Fixed & Rotor)
- Communicable Diseases & ARFFS
- Human Factors in ARFFS
- Principles & Fundamentals in Triage
- On/Off Airports Disaster Management
- Emergency Care Practitioner Basic (BLS)
- Restricted Aeronautical Radio Telephony License
Languages
English
First Language
Afrikaans
Intermediate (B1)
B1
Timeline
Aircraft Rescue Firefighter
Namibia Airports Company
11.2023 - Current
NAMIBIAN SENIOR SECONDARY CERTIFICATE -
Windhoek Technical High School
JUNIOR SECONDARY CERTIFICATE -
Windhoek Technical High School
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