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Cairns, Qld, Au

Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Aircraft operated: GippsAero GA8 Airvan; and Cessna C172 Skyhawk.Conducted regular scenic flights of the Great Barrier Reef operating from Cairns Airport. Utilised ‘Champagne’ flight planning software integrated with NAIPS for aircraft flight plan submissions and aircraft load and control calculations. Facilitated passenger checkin and enquires from the reception desk of the office building.

Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Received further cross training on customer service operations for client airlines after being with the company for 3 months. Responsibilities included: Automated bag drop assistance and troubleshooting, boarding gate passenger management, passenger and baggage checkin facilitation. Software programs used: Avantik, Ink DCS, Sabre, and Uplift.

Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Trained in ground handling and servicing of ATR47, ATR72, B737-800, DHC-8 (Q200, Q300, and Q400), and SF34 aircraft. Duties included: aircraft loading, aircraft pushback, baggage makeup, preparation of load instruction reports, receipt and dispatch. Airlines serviced: aerlink (formerly Hevilift), National Jet Express, Rex Airlines, and Skytrans.

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

Completion of pre-flight editing within software programs. Troubleshoot airline software passenger ticketing issues. Assist disgruntled passengers with finding a practical solution to their grievance whilst complying with company policy and procedures. Welcome and support new staff with the upmost assistance in developing their own skillset.

Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Aircraft operated: Cessna C206 and GippsAero GA8 Airvan. Conducted regular scenic flights of the Cairns surrounds and the Great Barrier Reef. Ensured all flights were operated in accordance with all applicable CASA legislation and company SOPs. Conducted routine and preventative aircraft maintenance in accordance with Schedule 8 - Pilot Approved Maintenance. Frequently drove company courtesy bus for passenger pick-up/drop-off. General administrative duties and office work.

Logan, Queensland, Australia

Logan, Queensland, Australia

Logan, Queensland, Australia

Ensured a safe and enjoyable swimming environment for all patrons. Conducted regular testing of water samples to ensure chemical levels were within allowable parameters; actioned corrective measures whenever necessary.

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia

Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia

Diploma Of Engineering (Dipeng), Engineering

Activities and Societies: QUT Motorsport Commenced study at Queensland University of Technology mid 2023. Sought further self professional.

Diploma Of Aviation Avi50219 (Commercial Pilot Licence - Aeroplane), Diploma Of Aviation Avi50519 (Instrument Rating)

Following the completion of my undergraduate degree at Griffith University I commenced flight training at Basair Aviation College.

Graduate Diploma Of Flight Management (Gdipflmgt), Aviation

Activities and Societies: Griffith University Aviation Association (GUAvA), Griffith University Soaring Society (GUSS) Griffith Aviation's.

Bachelor Of Aviation (Bavn), Aviation

Activities and Societies: Griffith University Aviation Association (GUAvA), Griffith University Soaring Society (GUSS) I commenced.

Queensland Certificate Of Education

Activities and Societies: School Band I thoroughly enjoyed my time, and quality of education that I was provided with at Tamborine.