Gerard Franklin Fortuin
17 Franz street Die Wingerd Somerset West Cape Town
Summary
Results-oriented Platoon Commander with expertise in Emergency Response and Hazardous Materials Management. Enhanced team performance through targeted training development and mentoring. Focused on improving public safety and regulatory compliance while building strong working relationships. Builds rapport and maintains effective relationships through active listening and conflict resolution. Commits to health and safety awareness, ensuring regulatory compliance and operational excellence.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Platoon Commander
Cape Town Fire and Rescue Services
Cape Town
03.2019 - Current
- Rendering a public service on a 24 hr Rotational shifts basis including, Fire-fighting, Rescue, Medical and Hazmat Operations.
- Enhanced safety by implementing regulatory standards, policies and guidelines.
- Developed training programmes and mentored employees to improve team performance.
- Demonstrated consistent hard work and dedication to achieve results and improve operations.
- Met schedule using excellent planning and coordination skills.
- Enhanced working relationships by participating in team-building activities.
- Built and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Addressed customer complaints effectively to ensure satisfaction. with calm, clear communication and problem-solving.
Education
Matric -
Kleinvlei Secondary
Cape Town, WC01-1990
Diploma Fire Management - undergraduate
Stadio
Cape Town, WC01-2027
Skills
- Emergency response
- Fire Health and safety -awareness
- Hazardous materials management
- Safety procedures
- Incident command
- Hazardous waste management
- Risk assessment
- Regulatory compliance
- Operational planning
- Training development
- Public safety
- Team leadership
- Performance evaluation
- Team motivation
- Problem solving
- Communication skills
- Calm under pressure
- Conflict resolution
- Active listening
- Relationship building
- Willingness to learn
- Commitment to excellence
- Critical analysis
Personal Information
Name: Gerard Franklin Fortuin
Nationality: South African
Date of Birth: 16 November 1971
Physical Address: no. 17 Franz street Die Wingerd Somerset West 7103
Telephone: Cell no: 083 763 2324
Email: gerardfranklin16@gmail.com( personal), gerard.fortuin@capetow.gov.za( work)
Marital Status: Married
Gender: Male
Health: Excellent
Dependents: 2
Driver`s license; Code EC1
ID Number: 7111165014083
Educational Details: Kleinvlei Senior Secondary, 1990
Current Employment: City of Cape Town
Hobbies and interests
Reading, Hiking, Rugby, Soccer and Music
Contactable References
- Mr M. Jaftha, 0843952693, Station Commander -East Division 2
- Mr. L. Agulhas, 082 8259 630, Divisional Commander- North Division 3
Timeline
Platoon Commander
Cape Town Fire and Rescue Services
03.2019 - Current
Matric -
Kleinvlei Secondary
Diploma Fire Management - undergraduate
Stadio