Aiden Cupido

Highly experienced Firefighter and Fire Service Lieutenant with 18 years of progressive operational and leadership experience in emergency response, fire suppression, hazardous materials, and risk management. Proven ability to lead teams in high-pressure environments, conduct pre-incident planning, and compliance with NFPA standards and international best practices. Holds an Advanced Diploma (Level 5) in Emergency Response & Risk Management, along with Firefighter I & II, HazMat Awareness and Operations, Fire Instructor I. Skilled in incident command support, training delivery, safety analysis, and operational readiness, with a strong commitment to public safety, continuous improvement, and professional development.

Supervised and led fire crews during emergency and non-emergency operations, ensuring safe and effective response to fires, medical incidents, hazardous materials, and rescue situations. Coordinated on-scene operations, conducted risk assessments, and supported incident command in accordance with established SOPs and NFPA standards. Responsible for crew readiness, training, equipment inspections, and enforcement of safety protocols. Played a key role in pre-incident planning, fire prevention activities, and post-incident reporting.

Advanced Diploma (Level 5) in Emergency Response & Risk Management, providing comprehensive knowledge in emergency planning, risk assessment, incident management, and organizational resilience within high-risk environments. Professionally qualified Firefighter with Firefighter I & II certifications, supported by HazMat Awareness and Operations training for effective response to hazardous materials incidents. Holds Fire Instructor I certification, enabling the delivery of structured training and skills development. Additional technical competencies include SCBA Compressor Operations and Basic Ambulance Assistance, reinforcing operational readiness and responder safety.