Sam

About me:

Candidate Info :
Hi, I’m Sam. I’m 28 years old and have recently moved to Melbourne after leaving the Australian Army earlier this year

I am currently registered to start a few courses in November and would like to find some casual on-going work for both prior and post my course. My driving background consist predominantly of a military background. During my time in the services, I was trained, qualified and knowledgeable in a variety of vehicles, ranging from Unimog, Mack, S-Line and Kenworth.

The trailers I have been exposed to throughout my career are 41/45 foot flat top and step deck, 60t Hallmark Float and Steelbro Sidelifter Trailers. I am also confident in the use of both automatic and manual gearboxes including Road Rangers, 18 speed Mack and 24 Speed Spicer Dana.

I know my way around Victoria and Queensland white well, and am able to travel Interstate with ease, however I would prefer to work local within Melbourne.

If you wish to know further about me, please do not hesitate to ask.

Experience :
Worked As HEAVY COMBINATION DRIVER / LIFEGUARD / SCUBA INSTRUCTOR at Values from January 2014

Worked As Operator Specialist Vehicle at 26 Transport Squadron’, 85 Heavy Transport Troop from January 2014 to July 2019
Operate, maintain and instruct the use of a variety of Military vehicles ranging from Landrover 110,Unimog, Mack R, International S-Line, Mack Fleetliner and Kentworth T909
Container and Swing Lift operation

Worked As Indonesian Language Operational Engagement Student / Assistant Driving Instructor at DEFENCE FORCE SCHOOL OF LANGUAGES from January 2013 to December 2013
● Invited to attend the Defence Force School of Languages.
● Studied a new language with no prior knowledge or understanding of other languages.
● Liaised with Defence and civilian course mates whilst studying abroad to achieve desired language outcomes.
● Worked concurrently as a Driver Training Instructor, including training, assessing and certifying drivers for various vehicle classes.
● Trained students in licensing requirements, vehicle handling, safety, load management, convoy operations, on-road and off-road driving, OHS and basic vehicle maintenance.
● Developed a range of skills that are directly transferable to any employer, including problem solving, teamwork, communication, customer service, conflict resolution, workplace safety and other skills.
● Routinely transported bulk fuel, bulk water, explosives, gas and dangerous goods.
● Transported bulk fuel and personally refuelled a range of helicopters.

Worked As Heavy Combination Driver / Assistant Driving Instructor at 9 FSB from February 2011 to December 2012
* Joined an Army operational support organisation (9 FSB).
* Reported to the Transport Manager.
* Played a key role in transporting general cargo, personnel and dangerous items.
* Functional responsibilities encompassed transport planning, fleet management, workplace safety, staff management, training and assessment, engineering support, regulatory compliance, management reporting, resource management, freight and distribution.
* Assisted the Transport Supervisor with organising transport support to major exercises and operational activities.
* Worked extensively with palletized, heavy, bulk and oversized loads.
* Used online logistics and supply systems to manage transport resources and vehicle allocation, including generating automated reports to keep the management team fully appraised of all activities.
* Regularly briefed the management team on fleet availability, operational readiness, maintenance requirements, resource requirements and human resources issues.
* Implemented, advised on and managed workplace safety initiatives in an inherently dangerous work environment.
* Planned and supervised transport activities, with end-to-end responsibility for everything from vehicle condition to loading, unloading, refuelling and passenger briefings.
* Managed the vehicle fleet, monitoring compliance with internal systems and documentation, including roadworthiness certification and handbook servicing standards.
* Coordinated vehicle non-technical inspections and liaised with maintenance staff to report malfunctions and organise deeper level repairs.
* Personally performed a broad spectrum of driving tasks.
* Gained exposure to vehicle condition checks, loading, unloading, refuelling and passenger briefings.
* Advised on fuel and lubricants usage, including completing POL returns and accounting for fuel consumption.
* Worked long and irregular hours, often working for months on end in high-pressure situations without a single day off.
* Operated in shifts and responded to callouts at extremely short notice.
* Operated all manner of military hardware and specialist equipment, demonstrating an ability to quickly learn new skills and apply them effectively in the workplace with no supervision.

Worked As Pool Lifeguard at Reservoir Leisure Centre from January 2007 to August 2010
WORK COMPETENCIES

Decision Making
Throughout my career I have been privileged to work in multi-skilled teams across a range of business functions. My role has encompassed working under pressure to meet deadlines in challenging circumstances. My current position is one in which I am regularly required to make independent assessments and decisions.