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Brad Ross

Nanaimo,BC

Summary

Dynamic professional with extensive experience as a Volunteer SAR Manager at Nanaimo Search and Rescue, excelling in crisis management and team leadership. Proven ability to analyze data for effective search operations and ensure safety in high-pressure environments. Skilled in flight operations with R44 and BH06 endorsements, committed to delivering exceptional results.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Volunteer SAR Manager/SRT Team Leader

Nanaimo Search and Rescue
Nanaimo, British Columbia
01.2013 - Current
  • Provided medical care to injured patients in the field.
  • Lead search-and-rescue missions for lost persons
  • Organize and oversee training for the Swiftwater Rescue Team
  • Analyzed data from GPS systems when searching for lost individuals or objects.
  • Coordinated with other agencies such as police, fire, and EMS during emergencies.

Student Pilot

49 North Helicopter Training
Campbell River, British Columbia
02.2025 - 06.2025
  • Developed knowledge about different types of airspace classifications and their associated restrictions.
  • Assisted with aircraft maintenance, including pre-flight inspections and refueling.
  • Performed emergency procedures training
  • Completed cross country flights from one airport to another utilizing visual flight rules.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in performing basic maneuvers such as turns, climbs, descents, stalls.

Owner/Operator Supervisor

True Timber Construction
Nanaimo, British Columbia
01.2020 - 10.2024
  • Managed daily operations of business, including hiring and training staff.
  • Ensured compliance with current building regulations
  • Utilized advanced technical skills and expertise to troubleshoot complex problems and implement solutions.
  • Maintained relationships with existing clients by providing superior customer service.
  • Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.

Education

Helicopter Pilot

49 North Helicopter Training
Campbell River, BC
06-2025

SAR Manager

British Columbia Institute of Technology
Burnaby, None
04-2018

High School Diploma -

Timberline Secondary School
Campbell River, BC
06-1998

Skills

  • Flight operations
  • Navigational techniques
  • Emergency response
  • Crisis management
  • Team leadership
  • Risk assessment
  • R44 Endorsement
  • BH06 Endorsement
  • Wilderness First Aid certicate

Timeline

Student Pilot

49 North Helicopter Training
02.2025 - 06.2025

Owner/Operator Supervisor

True Timber Construction
01.2020 - 10.2024

Volunteer SAR Manager/SRT Team Leader

Nanaimo Search and Rescue
01.2013 - Current

Helicopter Pilot

49 North Helicopter Training

SAR Manager

British Columbia Institute of Technology

High School Diploma -

Timberline Secondary School

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