Rescue Operation Achievements as Station Fire Officer at Sachin & Vapi GIDC Surat Gujarat
FIRE FIGHTING & FIRE ALARM SYSTEM INSTALLED AT RESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIAL SITES
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Shrikant G. Raigade
Kongaon
Summary
To pursue a challenging career in leading and progressive research organization-offering opportunities for utilizing my skills towards the growth of the organization.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Security & FLS HOD
Aurum Square Mall
Ghansoli, Navi Mumbai
10.2024 - Current
Developed and executed robust Fire Prevention Plans, including regular surprise checks, hazard identification, and mitigation strategies across mall premises.
Led and supervised Emergency Response Teams (ERT) and Crisis Response ERT (CR-ERT), ensuring proper audit compliance and reporting.
Coordinated closely with the engineering team to follow up and resolve pending fire-related maintenance and safety issues.
Oversaw inspection, testing, and maintenance (ITM) of FLS systems in coordination with technical teams to ensure full operational readiness.
Conducted periodic fire drills, evacuation simulations, and targeted emergency training sessions for HODs and key staff to maintain a high state of preparedness.
Ensured all FLS systems met local fire safety regulations, corporate standards, and held up-to-date certifications and permits from government authorities.
Led the development and ongoing updates of the Master ITM Plan, defining schedules and frequencies of safety inspections.
Implemented fire safety audits and spot checks for retailers, vendors, and outsourced teams to drive safety culture and awareness throughout the facility.
Maintained complete documentation and inventory records of all FLS equipment and systems, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
Assisted General Manager (Operations) in reviewing audit reports, identifying non-compliance areas, and developing corrective action plans.
Supported internal and external audits by preparing documentation, schedules, and facilitating audit team coordination.
Reviewed and verified vendor invoices and ensured timely processing through Finance & Accounts, while maintaining strict budget compliance for both Capex and Opex.
Monitored and controlled fire safety-related expenditures, ensuring alignment with approved budgets and operational priorities.
Ensured FLS compliance during renovation works, maintaining safety standards without disruption to mall operations.
Established and enforced fire safety protocols aligned with the Corporate FLS Manual, statutory norms, and manufacturer guidelines.
Acted as the first point of contact during emergencies; took immediate, decisive action to control and manage exigencies with minimal impact.
Maintained strong working relationships with local authorities, emergency services, and regulatory bodies to ensure smooth coordination during audits, inspections, and certifications.
Fostered a positive work environment, promoting safety culture and mutual respect among internal teams and outsourced staff.
Adhered to all mall policies, contributing to operational discipline and staff well-being.
Phoenix Palladium Mumbai
Mumbai
08.2023 - 09.2024
Fire Prevention Plan execution & preliminary surprise checks.
Fire Hazards Elimination.
FLS Systems inspection, testing and maintenance coordination with engineering team.
Manage and upholding the Fire and Life Safety (FLS) in the Mall As well as the security operations.
Fire Emergency Plan training programs for HOD’s.
Ensured the mall FLS systems comply with local fire safety codes and regulations and corresponding Government permits & certificates.
Ensured mall FLS performance complies with the required Corporate Policy, standards and procedures.
Plan and implement FLS systems inspection, testing and maintenance...
Establish Fire Prevention and Emergency Response & evacuation procedure.
Ensuring that Fire and Life Safety training and drills are effectively implemented.
Plan, organize, lead and control FLS program and initiatives.
Secure all the corresponding permits and certification from local Authorities.
Complete and submit the required FLS report.
Ensure smooth coordination and operation of all activities.
Ensure that FLS activities are in compliance to Corporate Policy and FLS Manual or FLS standard.
Conduct the FLS System inspection, testing and maintenance (ITM) program that comply with the requirements of FLS Manual, conform to equipment manufacturer’s instruction, and the requirements of local Fire Authority.
Ensure that complete inventory and documentation of FLS System and components are available and updated.
To establish and update the Master ITM Plan outlining the over-all ITM activities, frequency and schedule. Implement them accordingly.
Ensure that FLS system impairment procedures are execute effectively.
Conduct surprise checks and audits of premises retailers to ensure the presence of fire safety and spreads the fire awareness by providing training to all the internal and outsourced staff.
Conducting the various Fire & safety drills (evacuation, fire, etc.) for the various special teams formed (Emergency Response Team, Fire Team, etc.) to enhance the preparedness of the center towards any exigency.
Provided assistance to the scheduled internal and external audits by preparing schedules, ensuring all documentation is in place and liaison with the internal and external auditors.
Assist the General Manager Operations in reviewing the audit reports on the functional operations to identify areas of non-compliance and prepare action steps to address the same.
Provide inputs to the GM Ops & Chief Engineer for preparing the budget (both operational expenditure and capital expenditure requirements) for own area of operation.
Monitor the expenses (both capital and operational expenditure) of the function against the assigned budget and ensure compliance.
Verify the invoices raised by the agencies before forwarding them to the finance and accounts department and ensure payment within defined timelines.
Conduct inspections to check that FLS standards are maintained during renovation.
Maintain good relationship with Authorities.
Endeavors to promote goodwill and create a pleasant atmosphere amongst fellow workers/officers.
Abides to rules, regulations and policies of the mall.
Perform other tasks assigned by the mall.
Lodha Developer Pvt Ltd
Mumbai
01.2022 - 08.2023
Statutory compliances.
Mock drills, Trainings, Form B, form A. Liaoning with local authorities Fire Brigade & Local police etc.
Developed & implementation fire prevention procedure plan.
Fire prevention and fire protection requirement of facilities and implemented at site.
Implemented event safety procedure & smooth operations in terms of fire safety during the events.
Documented Incident reports & Near miss incident reports.
Vendor coordination for FAS & FFS.
Set training schedules and implemented on site for every department in terms of safety & general Awareness programs.
Snagging, De- snagging & takeover the towers FFS, FAS & security systems from Construction management team.
Fit out units drawing reviews and managing the fit out unit management.
Inspecting the MMR Monthly Management Review. (CBRE)
Leading the IBMS control room & set daily operations policy and parameters.
Renewing leave & license agreement, NOC & other documentation part.
Assistant Manager Fire Life Safety
Phoenix Market City
Viman Nagar, Pune
03.2021 - 01.2022
Statutory compliances.
Mock drills, Trainings, Form - B, form A, lessoning with local authorities.
Fit out management FLS point of view.
Fit out coordination with client’s fit out team internal team.(FLS execution as per HO guidelines)
Retailers and F & b FLS Audits on monthly basis and closures tracking.
Maintain all the FLS lifesaving equipment healthy & periodic maintenance as per the protocol.
FLS guideline updating as per the site requirement.
All FAS & FFS system maintain all the time trouble free etc.
Making plans for major/minor shut down activity schedule.
Arrange FLS & Evacuation trainings for staff.
Orize Property Management Pvt Ltd
Navi Mumbai Ghansoli
08.2019 - 02.2021
Accountabilities & Attainments –
Pumps & control Panels.
Plant Room.
Material procurements & Planning.
Internal and External Hydrant.
Sprinkler & Hydrant Systems Installation.
Fire Alarms System & P.A Systems.
Water monitor.
Installation & Commissioning.
Handover & documentation.
Performs fire-fighting activities including driving fire apparatus, operating pumps and related equipment laying hose, and performing fire combat, containment and extinguishment tasks.
Prepare Fire Prevention plan.
Provides needed information and demonstrations concerning how to perform certain work tasks to new employees in the same or similar class of positions.
Attends meetings, conferences, workshops, training sessions, reviews publications, and audio-visual materials to become and remain current on the principles, practices and new developments.
Responds to occupants / visitor’s questions and comments in a courteous and timely manner.
Performs emergency first aid activities for the ill and injured, including basic life support, and providing other assistance as required.
Participates in fire drills, attends classes in firefighting, emergency medical, hazardous materials, and related subjects.
Daily pump room checking, Testing & monitoring.
Issuing permit for hot work, Height work, Permit to work.
Monthly various types of mock drills conducted for internal staff & External staff.
Perform quarterly evacuation drill, vehicle accident drill, fire call drill, rescue drill etc.
Gas Leakage detection in propane yard on every day as per the protocol.
Asite Project Head
Oriental Fire Tech Systems
Kurla, Mumbai
09.2014 - 10.2016
Preparation of Procurement plan for the quantity of material to be delivered at site for site.
Mobilization firefighting project material.
Arranging for tenders for rates from suppliers and analyzing the same based on cost, margins and service levels based on technical data.
Preparation of Schedule for site execution.
Preparation of daily and weekly Progress Reports.
Piping system–M. S, G.I.
Supply & Erection Billing, Purchase Order, Joint Measurement etc.
Making As-built Drawings.
Prepare for and participate in progress review meetings.
Supply guidance and direction to workers to assure they are effective their contribution to the success of the project.
Accountabilities & Attainments -
Installations & executions Pumps and control Panels.
Fire Plant Room.
Material Procurements & Planning.
Internal and External Hydrant System.
Sprinkler & Hydrant Systems Installation.
Fire Alarms System & P.A Systems Installation.
Water monitors, Foam monitors, Foam flooding system.
Installations, Testing & Commissioning.
Overall, project handing over & documentation.
Complete the process.
Station Fire Officer
Gujarat Industrial Development Corporation
Sachin GIDC & Vapi GIDC, Gujarat
Lead supervisory duty for staff of 20-25 member team.
Attended live fire calls.
Successful rescued calls.
Attended various calls including fire call, house collapse, rescue services, natural calamities, etc. The various on call responsibilities include:
Fire ground operation like size up, rescue, Salvage and firefighting like entry firefighting, structural firefighting and defensive and offensive firefighting methods.
Calculation of fire stream and water requirement at the scene of fire.
Hazard Identification & Risk Assessment.
Examining fire scenes gathering information's, analyzing data regarding to fire causes, collecting Evidence etc.
Conduct various parades and drills at the fire station.
Physical fitness exercise and parades.
Fire Equipment’s Drill (hose drill, hydrant drill, pump drill, ladder drill, B.A .set drill and other equipment’s).
Rescue operation drill.
Carry out periodic fire safety inspection of the associated locations.
Maintained record of all fire and accidents, incident / injury report writing; to be presented in court of law.
Supervision & maintenance of a neat and clean fire station and stored all equipment’s n vehicles appropriately.
Educate and spread fire safety awareness amongst the community; through different public initiatives.
Exhibited and appreciated for quick n calm thinking and ability to correct response in crisis and emergency situations.
Media appreciation.
Live fire call at Sachin GIDC (Gujarat industrial development corporation) Surat major fire approx. 18 hours.
Education
Disaster Management
National Fire Academy
Vadodara, Gujarat, India
12.2013
CPR (First Aid)
National Fire Academy
Vadodara, Gujarat, India
12.2013
Sub-fire Officer
National Fire Academy
Vadodara, Gujarat, India
03-2013
H.S.C. - Commerce
Divisional Board
Nasik, MS, India
03-2004
S.S.C. -
Divisional Board
Nasik, MS, India
03-2001
Skills
Crisis management
Stakeholder engagement
Incident reporting
Regulatory compliance
Documentation management
Staff training
Team leadership
Budget management
Safety audits
Fire prevention strategies
Risk assessment
Emergency preparedness
Security management
Energy management
Building operations
Repairs and maintenance
Preventive Maintenance
Administrative support
Financial budgeting and reporting
PROFILE SUMMARY
Seasoned professional with extensive experience in Facility Administration, Security and Fire Safety, Soft Services, Event Management, Property Transitions, and Recruitment of Security Personnel. Proven expertise in training, investigations, risk assessment, business continuity planning, regulatory compliance, general administration, and vendor management.