Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Websites
Accomplishments
Affiliations
Certification
Additional Information
Languages
Timeline
Hobbies
Generic

Romeu Felix Menin Junior

Brasília, Federal District

Summary

Environmental Specialist, Supervisor, Chief, and Wildland Firefighter, dynamic and engaged in all operational stages, with proven, recommended, and active leadership. Participated in international wildfire missions in Chile and in large-scale national fires across multiple biomes. Expert in wildfire prevention, integrated fire management, and risk assessment in high-risk environments. Recognized for operational efficiency, advanced technical training, and effective team coordination during major emergencies. Experienced in ecological restoration, prevention, environmental law, and first response to disasters, fostering a culture of safety, resilience, and excellence in all operations.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Environmental Specialist & Chief of Brigade

IBRAM / SEMA / PPCIF – Environmental Institute of the Federal District
01.2020 - 06.2025
  • Led wildfire prevention, suppression, and ecological restoration in conservation units.
  • Coordinated multi-agency operations under the Incident Command System (ICS).
  • Conducted risk assessments and implemented safety protocols in high-risk environments.
  • Delivered specialized training in wildfire suppression and integrated fire management.
  • Managed teams and logistics for large-scale environmental emergency responses.
  • Developed and executed environmental protection and biodiversity preservation plans.
  • Recognized by supervisors and partner institutions for exceptional leadership, operational efficiency, and field expertise.
  • Received formal recommendations highlighting professional excellence, technical competence, and dedication to environmental protection.

Wildland Firefighter – Brigade Leader & Field Supe

ICMBio – Chico Mendes Institute for Biodiversity Conservation
01.2016 - 12.2019
  • Led national park wildfire brigades in high-risk operational environments.
  • Coordinated suppression strategies, ecological protection, and emergency logistics.
  • Applied advanced firefighting techniques and integrated fire management principles.
  • Directed multi-disciplinary teams under extreme conditions with zero incident rates.
  • Provided on-site training and mentoring for new and experienced brigade members.
  • Recognized for decisive leadership and operational success in complex fire events.
  • Frequently recommended by supervisors for exceptional performance in critical missions.
  • Cut and cleared brush and dug trenches to create fire lines using axes, chainsaws or shovels.
  • Patrolled burnt areas after fires to locate and eliminate hot spots that could flare or rekindle.

Education

Specialization Certificate - Wildfire Prevention And Combat

Unyleya College
Rio De Janeiro, Brazil
05-2024

Specialization Certificate - Environmental

UNIAMÉRICA College
Foz Do Iguaçu, Parana, Brazil
11-2021

Bachelor’s Degree - Law

UniProcessus College
Brasília, Federal District, Brazil
09-2019

Skills

  • Environmental Compliance
  • Environmental Permitting
  • Environmental Impact Reporting
  • Study of Wildfire Causes and Origins, Containment, and Spread Patterns
  • Wildfire Prevention and Suppression
  • Integrated Fire Management (IFM)
  • Incident Command System (ICS) Operations
  • Hazardous Materials Response (HAZMAT)
  • Emergency and Disaster Response Coordination
  • Fire Ecology and Post-Burn Recovery
  • Chainsaw and Fire Suppression Equipment Operation
  • Risk Assessment and Mitigation in High-Risk Environments
  • Interagency Wildfirefighting Coordination
  • Technical Training and Crew Leadership

Accomplishments

  • Author of multiple books on environmental law, wildfire science, and philosophy (published on Amazon)
  • Recognized for leadership in large-scale wildfire operations in Brazil and international missions (Chile, Argentina, Uruguay)
  • Guest speaker and trainer at national environmental and fire management events.

Affiliations

  • Research Associate – UniProcessus, IFB, University of Brasília (UnB)
  • Editor and Reviewer – Eixo, Gama, and JRG Academic Journals

Certification

  • Incident Command System (ICS)
  • Hazardous Materials Response (HAZMAT)
  • National Plan for the Prevention, Preparedness, and Rapid Response to Environmental Emergencies with Hazardous Chemicals (P2R2)
  • Chainsaw Operation and Maintenance
  • Advanced Fire Suppression Techniques and Fire Dynamics
  • Integrated Fire Management (IFM)

Additional Information

  • Available for international relocation and deployment.
  • Driver’s License – Categories A & B (Brazil).
  • Experienced in high-risk operations and interagency coordination.

Languages

Portuguese
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Beginner (A1)
Spanish
Beginner (A1)

Timeline

Environmental Specialist & Chief of Brigade

IBRAM / SEMA / PPCIF – Environmental Institute of the Federal District
01.2020 - 06.2025

Wildland Firefighter – Brigade Leader & Field Supe

ICMBio – Chico Mendes Institute for Biodiversity Conservation
01.2016 - 12.2019

Specialization Certificate - Wildfire Prevention And Combat

Unyleya College

Specialization Certificate - Environmental

UNIAMÉRICA College

Bachelor’s Degree - Law

UniProcessus College

Hobbies

  • Long-distance hiking and trekking in natural reserves, aiming to explore new techniques, terrains, and challenges.
  • Strength training for endurance and discipline.
  • Volunteer work in environmental conservation projects, focusing on the preservation of the "Cerrado" in areas of high ecological importance and relevance, such as the "campos de murundus in the Cerrado biome".
  • Constant reading and writing on environmental law, philosophy, and fire science.
  • Nature and wildlife photography, documenting ecosystems, species, and environmental phenomena for educational and awareness purposes.
  • Participation in emergency response simulations and training, enhancing technical and strategic skills in realistic risk scenarios.
Romeu Felix Menin Junior