JAN FAUSEWEH
Herne, Germany (Planning to relocate to Canada; flexible regarding work location)
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PROFILE
Experienced firefighter with five years of service in urban fire response, rescue operations, and industrial fires, and strong technical foundation as an cutting machine operator. Physically fit, highly adaptable, and very comfortable working in outdoor and wilderness conditions. TRAINING AND CERTIFICATIONS
Industrial firefighting course (Germany)
17 to 19 Aug. 2022, RelyOn Nutec Fire Academy
Firefighter candidate program (Germany)
01.Apr.2019 to 30.Sep.2020, Fire Station of Essen
Emergency medical technician program (Germany)
01.Sep.2019 to 28.Nov.2019, Essen Training centre for rescue services and disinfection Industrial mechanic apprenticeship (Germany)
01.Aug.2014 to 02.Jun.2017, Ruhrpumpen GmbH
FIREFIGHTER AND EMERGENCY RESPONDER EXPERIENCE
Career Break – Global Travel & Survival Skills Development Oct.2024 to Dec.2025
International travel (19 countries)
Engaged with diverse cultures and environments across multiple regions. Focused on survival skills, adaptability, and resilience in remote and unfamiliar settings. Firefighter
01.Oct.2020 to 30.Sep.2024
Fire Service Essen, Essen, Germany
Duties included responding to all types of fire classes, vehicle fires, industrial incidents, and rescue calls. Operated firefighting vehicles such as large tanker fire trucks (GTLF and WLF in Germany). Experienced in hose deployment, pump operations, and water supply management. Provided first-response medical care in rescue service operations. Worked in high-pressure, team-oriented environments with strict safety protocols. Accustomed to long shifts, rapid mobilization, and physically demanding tasks. Provided emergency medical technician helping in collisions, heart attacks, strokes, etc. Animal protection experience and animal rescue. Traveled from Oct.24 to Dez.25 around the world to learn about new cultures and survival techniques.
ADDITIONAL WORK EXPERIENCE
Industrial Mechanic
02.Jun.2017 to 31.Mar.2019
Ruhrpumpen GmbH, Witten, Germany
Responsible for operating industrial drilling and milling and cutting machines. Maintained equipment and ensured safe operating conditions. Program creation and program optimization. SKILLS
• Experience in all fire classes and industrial firefighting
• Knowledge of hose handling, pump operations, and water management
• Strong mechanical aptitude and equipment maintenance
• Teamwork and communication skills
• High stress tolerance and effective decision making
• Physically fit and experienced in demanding outdoor environments
• Basic and advanced first aid knowledge (Intermediate First Aid / OFA Level 2 equivalent)
• Willingness to travel, work extended hours, and deploy to remote locations LANGUAGES
German: Native
English: Proficient
French: Basic (currently learning)