New Job, New Responsibilities
As a Rota Commander, LTA Yi Zhong bears the weight of being a leader.
At the fire station, he commands a Rota of more than 30 officers and leads them in training exercises. He also takes on important administrative tasks to ensure that the Rota runs smoothly.
When called to an incident, every second is crucial. LTA Yi Zhong assumes the role of an Incident Commander when activated for emergency incidents. He must then make critical decisions to lead the response effort.
Leading a team through challenging circumstances, such as rescuing trapped car accident victims in low visibility conditions, has taught him the importance of remaining composed in the face of adversity, he said.
These experiences also provided him with opportunities for personal and professional growth.
Said LTA Yi Zhong: “I found myself gaining a deeper level of understanding of my capabilities and potential.”
A Newfound Sense of Purpose
Now, after two years in the Service, LTA Yi Zhong has discovered a stronger sense of purpose in his work.
Reflecting on his career journey, he observes that his past and present roles have different objectives.
As an auditor, he pursued financial targets and business objectives on behalf of an organisation.
But as a Rota Commander, he is able to focus on directly helping the community and making a positive difference in other people’s lives.
“The sense of fulfilment is unparalleled,” he said.