John F.

Production & Dispatch Manager

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About me
Executive Fire Prevention Officer (EFPO)
Education
- Institute of Public Administration - Ireland
  2014 - 2015
  Certificate Local Government Studies
  Certificate - Local Government Studies
- National University of Ireland - NUI Maynooth
  2011 - 2011
  Certificate (Level 7) Train the Trainer
  Certificate - Adult Education and Training (Train the Trainer)
- Royal College of Surgeons Ireland (RCSI)
  2003 - 2004
  Diploma Emergency Medical Tecnology-Paramedic
  Diploma - Emergency Medical Technician (Paramedic)
- University College Dublin
  2010 - 2012
  Higher Diploma (Level 8) HDip Safety, Health & Welfare at Work 2nd Class Honours
  Activities and Societies: UCD SAC Dive club
- Technological University Dublin
  2012 - 2016
  Fire Safety Engineering (Level 7) Engineering 1st Class Honours
  Fire Safety Engineering
- Letterkenny Institute of Technology
  2016 - 2018
  Bachelor’s Degree (Level 8) Fire Safety Engineering 1st Class Honours (Awarded Top of Class 2018)
  The aim of this four-year programme is to equip you with the engineering knowledge at a scientific and practical level to undertake both prescriptive and performance-based fire design safety.You will take core modules in mathematics, fire science, fluids, thermodynamics, building services, construction technology and structural design, along with general construction elements such as CAD, construction economics, land surveying and technical writing. You will then advance to fire… Show more The aim of this four-year programme is to equip you with the engineering knowledge at a scientific and practical level to undertake both prescriptive and performance-based fire design safety.You will take core modules in mathematics, fire science, fluids, thermodynamics, building services, construction technology and structural design, along with general construction elements such as CAD, construction economics, land surveying and technical writing. You will then advance to fire safety subjects that take account of human behaviour, fire and reliability modelling, fire structural design and fire engineering techniques.There are theoretical and practical modules coupled with a work experience placement, projects and a dissertation that will position you upon graduation as a fire safety engineer with a unique set of skills that are in high demand nationally and internationally in both the private and public sector. Show less
- Dublin City University
  2018 - 2020
  Master of Science - MSc Crisis/Emergency/Disaster Management 2nd Class Honours - Grade 1
  The DCU MSc in Emergency Management is the first programme of its kind in Ireland, endorsed by the National Steering Group for Major Emergency Management, The Emergency Planning Society (Republic of Ireland Branch) and Pharmachemical Ireland as being suitable for improving the emergency management skills of individuals in both the public and private sectors.• Gain a systematic understanding of the theory, concepts and methods at the forefront of knowledge pertaining to Emergency… Show more The DCU MSc in Emergency Management is the first programme of its kind in Ireland, endorsed by the National Steering Group for Major Emergency Management, The Emergency Planning Society (Republic of Ireland Branch) and Pharmachemical Ireland as being suitable for improving the emergency management skills of individuals in both the public and private sectors.• Gain a systematic understanding of the theory, concepts and methods at the forefront of knowledge pertaining to Emergency Management.• Develop the ability to prepare for, respond to, recover after and learn from an emergency or crisis situation.• Understand the importance of the emergency management professionals role in society and how this role may be used to effect change. Show less
- Institute of Technology, Carlow
  2017 - 2021
  Bachelor of Business (Hons) in Emergency Services Management Business 1st Class Honours
  This programme is designed for those who are keen to develop and consolidate their business and management skills through lectures, discussion and analysis of key management concepts across the broad spectrum of business in the emergency services.
- Ulster University
  2021 - 2022
  Fire Safety Engineering MSc Fire Safety Engineering MSc with Distinction / 1st class Honours
  The programme is offered by the Fire Safety Engineering Research and Technology Centre (FireSERT), a centre that is internationally recognised for its leading-edge research in the fields of fire dynamics, structural fire engineering, human behaviour in fire and fire modelling. The programme draws on the expertise and resources of the Centre in terms of teaching staff (with core teaching staff all actively involved in research) and experimental facilities. Students on the MSc programme have the… Show more The programme is offered by the Fire Safety Engineering Research and Technology Centre (FireSERT), a centre that is internationally recognised for its leading-edge research in the fields of fire dynamics, structural fire engineering, human behaviour in fire and fire modelling. The programme draws on the expertise and resources of the Centre in terms of teaching staff (with core teaching staff all actively involved in research) and experimental facilities. Students on the MSc programme have the opportunity to use Fire SERT's state-of-the-art facilities both within the taught programme and to progress experimental research projects which are often designed to complement current research projects being undertaken by staff. Students also have the opportunity to work closely with practitioners in the design module to develop a fire safety strategy for a real complex building. Show less
Experience
- Watergen Ltd
  Jan 2001 - Jan 2003
  Production & Dispatch Manager
  Production/Dispatch manager for successful Irish water sports equipment manufacturing and export company.
- Dublin Fire Brigade
  Jan 2003 - Dec 2020
  Fire Fighter/Paramedic
  Fire FighterParamedicRescue Instructor/Assessor - On-Station & Training Centre (OBI)Health & Safety Unit (HQ)
- JFTS
  Oct 2007 - Dec 2020
  Managing Director
  Fire Safety/Protection Engineering, Fire Risk assessment, Health & Safety consultants, Business Continuity Management and Training solutions company. Also provides on-site and off-site Health & Safety instructional requirements, 1st Aid Medical & Fire training, Manual & Patient Manual Handling, Outdoor Education/Adventure skills and Team Building.
- Dublin Fire Brigade (DFB)
  Dec 2020 - now
  Executive Fire Prevention Officer
  As the Executive Fire Prevention Officer at Dublin Fire Brigade, I am responsible for administering andimplementing legislative frameworks including the Building Control Acts, Building Regulations, andFire Services Act. My key duties include assessing Fire Safety Certificate applications, conductinginspections for fire safety compliance in buildings and licensed premises, processing fire-relatedlicensing applications, and advising on safety protocols at major events. Additional responsibilitiesinvolve collaborating with Dublin City Council departments and Dublin Fire Brigade, investigating firesafety notifications, providing court testimony, managing staff, contributing to strategy and policydevelopment and promoting Community Fire Safety initiatives. Show less
Licenses & Certifications
- ISO 22301 Business Continuity - Lead Auditor
  British Standards Institute BSI
  Nov 2020
- ISO 22301 Business Continuity - Lead Implementer
  British Standards Institute BSI
  Nov 2020
- Normoxic Trimix Technical Diver
  International Association of Nitrox & Technical Divers (IANTD)
  Jan 2015
- Paramedic, Critical Care
  Pre-Hospital Emergency Care Council (PHECC)
  Jan 2003
- Advanced Powerboat Commercial Endorsement (B)
  Department of Transport
  Jan 2015
- Divemaster (DM)
  PADI
  Jan 2012
Honors & Awards
- Awarded to John F.
  LYIT prize for best Fire Safety Engineering Graduate 2018 Chief Fire Officers Association Oct 2018 LYIT prize for best Fire Safety Engineering Graduate