Phil Preston

Phil Preston is an experienced emergency management specialist and instructor with a comprehensive background in fire service training and operations. Presently, Phil serves as an Emergency Management Specialist at Sellafield Ltd and holds the position of Associate Instructor at CDDFRS. From March 1994 to May 2020, Phil was a Watch Manager B and Fire Service Instructor at County Durham and Darlington Fire and Rescue Service, where responsibilities included leading various training programs and delivering essential firefighting skill training. Phil's prior experience includes a role as Watch Manager A at the Scottish Fire Service College, where contributions included developing and delivering a Tactical Ventilation Instructors course. Phil began as a Firefighter at Durham and Darlington Fire and Rescue Service, engaging in emergency response and fire safety inspections. Educational qualifications include a Certificate in Education from Teesside University, completed with a focus on teaching methodologies.