JOHN MIRIE NGARUIYA
Kiambu, Thika,Kenya
Summary
Skilled firefighter and pump operator with over 5 years of experience in operating and maintaining fire engines and apparatus. Proven ability to perform effectively in high-pressure situations while adhering to safety protocols for crew and public. Expertise in operating fire pumps and hoses to extinguish multiple classes of fire and prevent further spread. Committed to ongoing training in the latest firefighting techniques and equipment.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
2
2
Languages
Work history
Firefighter
9Red/MWSPC
Turaif, Saudi Arabia
2025.10 - 2026.07
- Responded to fire alarms within specified timeframes for prompt emergency assistance.
- Provided emergency response in hazardous situations.
- Contained fires and hazardous outbreaks.
- Attended various accidents and incidents, adapting services to suit evolving emergency demands.
- Assisted in salvage operations and post fire operations.
- Maintained fitness levels to meet physical demands of role.
- Enhanced team performance through regular training sessions.
Firefighter
9Red
Alula, Saudi Arabia
2025.09 - 2025.09
- Conducted routine equipment checks for optimal readiness during emergencies.
- Enhanced team performance through regular training sessions.
Pump Operator/Senior Fireman
Kiambu County Fire Brigade
Kiambu,Thika, Kenya
2022.01 - 2025.08
- Respond to hazardous materials incidents using standard assessment and stabilisation steps.
- Relay radio and telephone messages to coordinate units during emergencies.
- Educate the public on fire safety and rescuing trapped victims.
- Identify challenges and risks, then solve problems quickly and efficiently.
- Operate rescue, emergency, and fire suppression equipment across multiple types.
- Complete routine maintenance for fire station facilities and equipment.
Firefighter
Kiambu County Fire and Rescue Services
Kiambu,kiambu, Kenya
2021.01 - 2022.01
- Responded to multiple fuel tankers explosions, fuel tanker leakages and gas station fires
- Responding to emergency calls such as fires, medical emergencies and rescue operations
- Routine repairs and cleanliness of the pumps and fire truck
- Conduct offsite inspections
- Ensure adequate water pressure and volume for fire protection
Firefighter/Team Leader
National Youth Service
Voi,Mwatate, Kenya
2020.01 - 2021.01
- Record and maintain accurate logs of equipment performance and maintenance
- Responding to emergency calls such as fires, medical emergencies and rescue operations
- Routine repairs and cleanliness of pumps and fire truck
- Delegating roles as team leader
- Team building and ensuring members of the team work to the fullest of their potential delivering their assigned tasks with the highest proficiency
- Conduct offsite inspections.
Education
Firefighter Training - 1 and 2
NFPA
ThikaHAZMAT Training - 1072
NFPA
ThikaHAZMAT/CBRN - Ict
Fire & Rescue
ThikaRope Rescue - Pcpm
Fire & Rescue
KiambuFirefighter Training - Ict
NFPA
ThikaSkills
- Firefighting – Expert
- RTA (Road Traffic Accident) - Expert
- Fire Prevention - Proficient
- Emergency Response – Expert
- Rescue Operations – Expert
- Teamwork - Expert
- Safety Precaution - Expert
- First Aid and CPR – Proficient
- Troubleshooting – Expert
- HAZMAT handler – Expert
- EMR and CPR - Proficient
Certification
- EVOC – ICT Fire Station (2021)
- Hazardous Material ICT HAZMAT Training (certificate): ICT Fire Station (2022)
- Pre-Hospital Emergency Medical – ICT Fire Station (2024)
Languages
English – Proficient
Advanced
C1
Swahili - Proficient
Advanced
C1
References
Florence Njeri 0724782836
samuel kahura 0724757507
Timeline
Firefighter
9Red/MWSPC
2025.10 - 2026.07
Firefighter
9Red
2025.09 - 2025.09
Pump Operator/Senior Fireman
Kiambu County Fire Brigade
2022.01 - 2025.08
Firefighter
Kiambu County Fire and Rescue Services
2021.01 - 2022.01
Firefighter/Team Leader
National Youth Service
2020.01 - 2021.01
Firefighter Training - 1 and 2
NFPA
HAZMAT Training - 1072
NFPA
HAZMAT/CBRN - Ict
Fire & Rescue
Rope Rescue - Pcpm
Fire & Rescue
Firefighter Training - Ict
NFPA