Opirite Fubara

Firefighter & Emergency Response Technician with hands-on experience in firefighting, fire alarm systems, risk management, and emergency response in both the oil & gas industry and public sector. Skilled in fire suppression, hazard control, and HSE practices, with a solid record of keeping equipment fully ready and supporting strong incident-containment outcomes. Experienced in planning operations, training teams, providing safety education, and working closely with local authorities to improve disaster response and maintain a safe working environment.

Fire Alarm Technician, Loss Prevention/Fire Safety Officer at Uncane Industries (2025-09 – Present)

Responded to emergency fire alarm activations and performed routine maintenance, mitigating hazardous situations to protect lives, property, and the environment.

• Responded to emergency fire alarm activations and performed routine maintenance, mitigating hazardous situations to protect lives, property, and the environment.
• Operated and maintained 100% of assigned firefighting and emergency-response equipment, ensuring full reliability and rapid deployment during critical incidents.
• Conducted 200+ facility inspections annually, enforcing fire-safety compliance and reducing potential risks by 30%.
• Delivered fire-prevention and safety training to 1,000+ community members each year, strengthening awareness and improving proactive emergency response.

Emergency Response Specialist at Sterling Oil Exploration & Energy Production (2023-05 – Present)

Responded to monthly emergency incidents, effectively managing hazardous situations to protect lives, property, and the environment.

• Responded to monthly emergency incidents, effectively managing hazardous situations to protect lives, property, and the environment.
• Operated and maintained 100% of assigned firefighting and emergency-response equipment, ensuring full readiness and rapid deployment during critical events.
• Conducted 200+ facility inspections annually, enforcing fire-safety regulations and reducing potential risks by 30%.
• Delivered fire-prevention and safety education to 1,000+ community members each year and collaborated with local authorities, supporting a 95% successful evacuation and containment rate.

Emergency Response Specialist at Total Exploration and Production Nigeria Limited (2016-04 – 2023-04)

Responded promptly to emergency situations each month, assessing conditions, controlling fires, and safeguarding lives and assets while maintaining full adherence to established firefighting and safety protocols.

• Responded promptly to emergency situations each month, assessing conditions, controlling fires, and safeguarding lives and assets while maintaining full adherence to established firefighting and safety protocols.
• Ensured 100% compliance with firefighting techniques, safety procedures, and crisis-response standards, contributing to effective hazard mitigation and incident stability.
• Performed regular inspections, testing, and maintenance of firefighting equipment, fire protection systems, and vehicles—maintaining 100% operational readiness for rapid deployment.
• Operated and maintained fire trucks, pumps, and emergency vehicles with precision, ensuring optimal functionality and safe handling during critical operations.

Firefighting Officer at Intel's Nigeria Logistics (2009-06 – 2015-08)

Operated and maintained firefighting pumps and equipment with 100% reliability, ensuring uninterrupted water supply during suppression efforts and safeguarding lives and property.

• Operated and maintained firefighting pumps and equipment with 100% reliability, ensuring uninterrupted water supply during suppression efforts and safeguarding lives and property.
• Executed critical pump-operation decisions across dozens of emergency incidents, coordinating with fire officers to enhance firefighting efficiency and contributing to a 95% success rate in incident containment.
• Performed routine inspections, testing, and maintenance of pumps, apparatus, and related equipment, promptly resolving malfunctions and sustaining 100% operational readiness.
• Trained and mentored 50+ firefighting personnel in pump operations, safety protocols, and emergency procedures, strengthening team preparedness and overall response capability.

Emergency Response Officer at Rivers State Fire Service (2006-12 – 2009-05)

Operated and maintained firefighting pumps and equipment, ensuring a 100% reliable water supply during fire suppression efforts to safeguard lives and property.

• Operated and maintained firefighting pumps and equipment, ensuring a 100% reliable water supply during fire suppression efforts to safeguard lives and property.
• Made critical decisions in multiple high-risk emergencies, coordinating pump operations to enhance firefighting efficiency and minimize casualties.
• Conducted regular inspections and preventive maintenance of firefighting pumps and apparatus, resolving issues promptly to maintain peak operational readiness.
• Trained and mentored over 40 team members on pump operation, safety protocols, and emergency response procedures, strengthening overall team proficiency and preparedness.
• Collaborated with fire officers and incident commanders to assess emergency scenarios, adjust pump strategies, and support a 95% success rate in effective incident resolution.

National Diploma in Business Administration – Eastern Polytechnic (2018-01)

National Diploma in Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) – Certified Institute of Shipping Maritime (2011-01)

Senior School Certificate Examination – Nyemoni Grammar School (2000-01)