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Firas Al-Hmissat

Firas Al-Hmissat

Amman

Summary

Dynamic and results-driven professional with extensive experience at the Jordanian Public Security Directorate. Proven track record in project management and team leadership, achieving significant cost reductions and operational efficiency. Skilled in advanced Microsoft Office and risk assessment, with a passion for developing training programs and enhancing regulatory compliance.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Lieutenant Colonel – Maintenance Division Lead

Jordanian Public Security Directorate (PSD)
01.2022 - Current
  • Reduced maintenance costs across 70+ buildings through strategic solutions
  • Developed and implemented five-year maintenance plans
  • Supervised 20+ personnel and ensured operational efficiency

Head of Tenders Division

PSD
01.2020 - 01.2022
  • Led preparation and review of tenders, contracts, and procurement documents
  • Achieved notable cost reductions through competitive vendor negotiations

Chief of Building Projects & Procurement

PSD
01.2018 - 01.2020
  • Directed teams of engineers across multiple infrastructure projects
  • Ensured on-time, within-budget project execution

Coach of Reclassification – USAR/INSARAG

PSD
01.2017 - 01.2018
  • Led Jordanian USAR team during reclassification; secured top rank at SIMEX (Switzerland)

Operations Chief – Civil Defence EXCON Team

PSD
01.2014 - 01.2017
  • Managed and executed over 25 full-scale emergency response simulation exercises

Coach & Classifier – UN EXCON/USAR Team

PSD
01.2010 - 01.2014
  • Directed UN-standard SAR simulation training and reclassification evaluations

Site Engineer – Building Department

PSD
01.2004 - 01.2010
  • Supervised construction of over 60 Civil Defence buildings
  • Managed tenders, insurance, procurement, and site implementation

Education

Master’s Degree - Engineering Management

Mutah University
Al-Karak, Jordan
02.2022

Diploma - Security Leadership

Middle East University
Amman, Jordan
02.2022

Bachelor’s Degree - Civil Engineering

Al-Balqa Applied University
Amman, Jordan
07.2003

Skills

  • Advanced Microsoft Office
  • Intermediate AutoCAD
  • Primavera project management
  • Engineering management tools
  • Project management
  • Team leadership
  • Training development
  • Risk assessment
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Contract review

Languages

Arabic: Reading - Excellent, Writing - Excellent, Speaking - Excellent, English: Reading - Very Good, Writing - Very Good, Speaking - Good

References

Available upon request

References

References available upon request.

Affiliations

  • Member, Crisis & Disaster Committee – Jordan Engineers Association (Since 2014)
  • Extensive experience in civil defence coordination, crisis simulations, and international collaboration

International Engagements

  • 2023 – Evaluation Member, “Safe Path 4” Simulation (Jordan), recognized by Colorado State
  • 2020–2022 – Oversaw international grants: THW, KOICA, CIRON
  • 2018 – Delegate for US–Jordan Early Warning System Development
  • 2017 – EU Observer, Richter Exercise (Martinique)
  • 2013 – Observer, Moroccan-Swiss SAR Exercise
  • 2007 – Technical Committee Member, Procurement Mission (UAE)

Timeline

Lieutenant Colonel – Maintenance Division Lead

Jordanian Public Security Directorate (PSD)
01.2022 - Current

Head of Tenders Division

PSD
01.2020 - 01.2022

Chief of Building Projects & Procurement

PSD
01.2018 - 01.2020

Coach of Reclassification – USAR/INSARAG

PSD
01.2017 - 01.2018

Operations Chief – Civil Defence EXCON Team

PSD
01.2014 - 01.2017

Coach & Classifier – UN EXCON/USAR Team

PSD
01.2010 - 01.2014

Site Engineer – Building Department

PSD
01.2004 - 01.2010

Master’s Degree - Engineering Management

Mutah University

Diploma - Security Leadership

Middle East University

Bachelor’s Degree - Civil Engineering

Al-Balqa Applied University
Firas Al-Hmissat