Richard Bellsmith
Waterdown,Ontario
Summary
Dedicated Captain and Training Officer with 10+ years working with the Hamilton Fire Department. Demonstrated expertise in the training role at both station and regional levels. Engaging and results-oriented leader best known for training newly hired volunteer recruits using teaching techniques that are engaging and differentiated resulting in highly competent graduates. Richard enjoys working with diverse populations and is highly knowledgeable of the City of Hamilton as well as the Hamilton Fire Department. Seeking Full Time employment within the Training Department.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Training Officer
Hamilton Fire Department
Hamilton, ON
05.2018 - present
- Monitored progress of trainees through observation or feedback from supervisors and mentors.
- Provided instructional guidance to trainers and trainees during sessions.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive training programs for new staff members.
Captain Volunteer Firefighter
Hamilton Fire Department
Hamilton, ON
01.2013 - Current
- Responded immediately to alarms for fires, vehicle accidents, and other emergency situations.
- Participated in regular drills and training sessions to keep skills up-to-date.
- Educated public on ways to prevent fires and fire damage.
Vice President of Operations
Nano Pure Hygiene Inc
03.2016 - Current
- Facilitated Training of New Hires
- Managed daily operations, including budgeting, forecasting, resource planning, and scheduling.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
Manager
Newgen Restaurant Services
02.2005 - 03.2016
- Coached, mentored and trained team members in order to improve their job performance.
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase customer satisfaction and loyalty.
General Manager
Rare Canada Inc
Toronto, ON
01.2012 - 03.2013
- Managed all aspects of daily business operations including budgeting, staffing, scheduling, inventory control, customer service and sales.
Education
Business Administration -
Mohawk College
Fire Pre-Service/Intro to Fire -
Conestoga College
Westdale SS
Skills
- Extremely productive in a high volume, high stress environment
- Fully committed to providing the highest possible standards of customer service
- Strong time management and organizational skills
- Excellent in dealing with the public and ensuring public trust
- Proven ability to work independently as well as in a team environment
- Exceptional versatility and adaptability
- Calm under pressure
- Strong decision making ability
- Dependable, responsible, reliable, hard working
Volunteer Experience And Accomplishments
- current volunteer coordinating Christmas Toy Drives with CityKidz, Waterdown Food Bank, Coldest Night of the Year
- Past volunteer for HWDSB, Westmount Baseball League, Army Cadets, Flamborough Baptist running all charity events,m World Wildlife Fund, Movember, Migrants Matter, and School Building Trips Abroad
- Avid Blood donor with over 80 donations and counting
- Involved with the Fire Safety Trailer, Hose Testing, RPAS, and Peer Support Team
Timeline
Training Officer
Hamilton Fire Department
05.2018 - present
Vice President of Operations
Nano Pure Hygiene Inc
03.2016 - Current
Captain Volunteer Firefighter
Hamilton Fire Department
01.2013 - Current
General Manager
Rare Canada Inc
01.2012 - 03.2013
Manager
Newgen Restaurant Services
02.2005 - 03.2016
Business Administration -
Mohawk College
Fire Pre-Service/Intro to Fire -
Conestoga College
Westdale SS
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