OKAFOR
OKAFOR OLIVER CHIGOZIE
Umm Ghuwailina • Doha, QATAR
Cell: +974-**-**-**-** • ******.******.*****@*****.***
Qatar Work visa (transferable with NOC)
Seek for a Firefighter Position
I am a talented Firefighter (entry level) with a DISS certificate in Firefighting, and
skills in all fire suppression duties necessary to save life and property; combating,
extinguishing and preventing fires by rapidly and efficiently performing varied
duties as required under emergency conditions.
SUMMARY OF COMPETENCIES
• One year experience in Firefighting.
• Commendable knowledge of fire fighting principles and practices.
• Knowledge of fire salvage and overhaul operations.
• Ability to work cooperatively with other employees and the public.
• Ability to work at heights greater than ten feet.
• Ability to observe or monitor people's behavior to assess patient condition.
• Commendable ability to communicate orally with customers, clients or the public
in face-to-face one-on-one settings.
• Deep ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions in the English
language.
• Ability to perceive red, yellow, and blue colors to recognize hazards identified by
fire diamonds.
• Profound ability to tolerate extreme fluctuations in temperature while performing
job duties.
• Uncommon ability to work for long periods of time, requiring sustained physical
activity and intense concentration.
• Deep ability to rely on sense of sight and hearing to help determine the nature of
an emergency and make operational decisions.
• Uncommon ability to make life and death decisions during emergency situations.
• Remarkable ability to comprehend and make inferences from written material in
the English language.
• Proficient at working in a variety of weather conditions with exposure to the
outdoor elements.
• Excellent at working safely without presenting a direct threat to self or others.
• Strong ability to make fine, highly controlled muscular movements to adjust
the position of control mechanisms such as operating levers, pedals, and valves.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
1 – TIKO AIRPORT, Cameroon
Firefighter, ( March 2012 to April 2013)
• Participated in first aid service on fire scene
• Participated in fire drills and attend classes in firefighting
• Prepared routine and standardized reports
• Reported emergencies calls received to management for action
• Inspected building and premises for compliance with fire prevention
• Performed miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned by management
2 – ACHOUKA COMPANY, Cameroon
Security Guard, ( September 2010 to March 2012)
• Patrolled assigned areas to ensure personal, building and equipment safety
• Examined doors, windows, and gates to determine that they are secured
• Informed and warned violators of rules infractions, such as loitering,
smoking, or carrying forbidden items
• Provided funds transportation escort services to individuals and companies
• Provided public assistance, including lockout service and information
• Performed any other task assigned by management
3 – Airport Hotel Tiko, CAMEROON
House Keeper: ( March 2008 to September 2010)
• Carrying the guest's laundry from the rooms to the laundry room, and back
to the room opening the front door for guests
• Receiving telephone calls that come to the front desk in the absence of the
attendant Respond to bell calls from guests either from the rooms or from
where they are e.g. at the door
• Loading and off-loading client’s luggage on check-in and check-out
PROFESSIONAL TRAINING
Doha Industrial Safety Services – DISS QATAR
Basic Fire Fighting program, May 2013