Anton Jordaan

Happy with the experience you’re gaining?
Yes, it taught me how to conduct myself in the workspace and it shows me that I have to work hard to work my way up to where I want to be.

What is the one thing that has been the biggest learning curve for you?
When I learned how to book incidents of fire and rescue on the unity system.

Has there been a highlight for you and what was it?
The Search and Rescue operation we had in Saldanha Bay to find the missing 6-year-old girl.

Who is your mentor?
Mr Petersen, but am also placed with a buddy, Ms Gaynor Alexander, to guide me.

How would you describe your Mr Petersen, your mentor?
Supportive and inspiring because he assists and gives guidance where he can.

At this stage, are you now more clear on your future career?
Yes, I want to do a course in disaster management and more medical courses to assist WCDM DMC when I’m done studying.

How does it feel to be working at a champion municipality such as “Weskus”?
It’s an amazing experience because they are presenting me with a lot of opportunities.