Simon Jines

Experienced and highly adaptable emergency-services professional with a strong combination of operational firefighting, emergency driving, construction leadership and professional sport experience. A disciplined team player who is comfortable working under pressure, making sound decisions, communicating clearly and maintaining high standards of safety and performance. Brings practical leadership experience from owning and running a construction business, operational experience from South Wales Fire and Rescue Service, and the resilience, teamwork and continuous-improvement mindset developed through a professional rugby career.

Firefighter & Emergency Response Driver at South Wales Fire and Rescue Service (2022-06 – Present)

• Respond promptly and safely to emergency incidents, working effectively as part of a disciplined operational team.
• Operate in demanding environments where safety, situational awareness, communication and adherence to procedure are essential.
• Maintain public confidence and professional relationships with members of the community while responding sensitively to individual needs.
• Identify health and safety risks and take appropriate action to minimise or eliminate hazards.
• Maintain high standards of physical fitness, equipment readiness, personal presentation and operational competence.
• Inspect, clean, maintain, repair and test firefighting and emergency equipment in accordance with approved standards and procedures.
• Take part in continuous training, lectures, exercises, drills and specialist courses to maintain and develop competence.
• Complete required administration and maintain accurate personal and operational records.

Owner / Builder at Frontline Construction (2000-01 – 2025-03)

Owned and operated Frontline Construction while remaining hands-on across residential construction projects.

• Managed projects from planning through completion, ensuring client requirements were understood and delivered to agreed timescales.
• Led and coordinated trades, delegated work effectively and maintained strong working relationships across teams.
• Developed and supported apprentices, helping maintain standards and build capability within the workforce.
• Resolved client and project issues through calm, practical communication and problem solving.
• Ensured equipment checks and health and safety requirements were completed and maintained to appropriate standards.

Professional Rugby Player (1997-06 – 2014-07)

• Maintained peak physical condition through strength, conditioning and skill-based training.
• Prepared for competition through tactical analysis, opposition study and team strategy.
• Performed under pressure in competitive environments while following coaching plans and team objectives.
• Built strong teamwork and communication skills through sustained professional competition.
• Managed recovery, injury rehabilitation and fitness requirements to remain available for selection.
• Represented clubs and the sport professionally through media, public and community engagement.
• Worked continuously with coaches to analyse performance, develop skills and adapt to changing demands.
• Maintained professional standards, discipline, fair play and adherence to rugby laws and regulations.

Initial Course – South Wales Fire Service (2022-01 – 2022-12)

Brickwork & Construction Management – Ystrad Mynach College (1999-01 – 2001-12)

BTEC National Diploma in Sports Science Studies – Crosskeys College (1996-01 – 1998-12)

5 GCSEs in Maths, English Literature & Language – Blackwood Comprehensive School (1991-01 – 1996-12)