Currently consulting in a long term contract with AIS. As an Industry Skills Specialist I assist Industry Technical Advisory committees in developing training packages, units of competence and qualifications for a variety of industry sectors including Maritime, Transport & Logistics, High Risk Work licencing and Aviation.Extensive experience spans 30 years in training and development across a variety of industries including Defence, Heavy vehicle/plant, Automotive, Manufacturing, Stevedoring and enterprise RTO’s.This includes managerial positions at national and global levels and involved leading teams in training program development, course delivery, project implementation and management, compliance and RTO management. Represented the logistics Industry for many years as a member of VET related Industry steering/reference committees and technical advisory groups. A heavy vehicle mechanic by trade, I also holds tertiary qualifications in business management, leadership and VET qualifications in education, safety and audit compliance management.

A skilled Leader – strong in communication; approachable and an individual who can get the most out of people via the provision of clear role clarity and accountability as well as appropriate coaching. Known for maintaining and growing relationships with clients Easy going with an ability to get things done practically and aligned to key operational requirements. Not afraid of challenging the status quo but balanced with an innate ability to know what is the right thing to do at the right momentKey Strengths and Attributes: Concise and clear communicator Emotionally intelligent and decisive Strong presentation skills A leader worth following Strategic thinker whilst not losing sight of detail Comfortable from Boardroom to shop floor Strongly committed to reducing risk impacting Workplace health and safety

My role with DP World Australia encompassed building organisational capability by implementing training and management development program to meet current and future business needs.Additionally, as principle officer, I ensure compliance with all legislative and regulatory requirements governing DP World's Registered Training Organisations activities (RTO No. 21798)

As a member of the DP World Institute my role as manager for Technical operational training was globally focused and entailed:1). Travelling globally to various green and brown field stevedoring businesses and providing assistance and support to their training functions with an aim to improving their operational effectiveness. This involved internally auditing and critically analysing their structure, processes and policies to ensure alignment to DP World L&D policy and procedures and providing a report on findings and recommendations for enhancement and improvements to senior management. 2). Updating and managing the Operational Technical Training and Assessment packages available to the business and developing and implementing competency standards for equipment operator and operational functions.

Coordinated the training function for the General stevedoring and terminal operations in Victoria, South Australia and TasmaniaSupported the various Operations Managers by providing assistance in OH&S risk management incorporating Hazard Identification, risk assessment and compliance related issues and acted as an Internal Investigating Officer for Notifible incidents utilizing the DNV Loss Causation model.Supported the National Training Manager and various Operations managers in the development and modification of training and safety material ensuring Industry, National consistency, Statutory regulations and best practices were maintained.Supported the various Operations managers in the development, modification and maintenance of documentation processes for incident/Injury management and provided statistical analysis for the development of appropriate strategies to reduce company exposure to potential risks.Development, coordination and delivery of training programs to all Company and other employees as required in stevedoring equipment and techniques, Manual handling, risk assessment, OH&S, Environmental awareness and other related disciplines that ensure continued and improved Safety, productivity and efficiency with minimal risk.Through consultation with Business Managers, Salaried staff, Wage employees and Unions co-ordinated, developed and implemented training strategies to meet the current and future needs of the Businesses in a timely and cost effective manner across 3 States. Liaised, negotiated and consulted with external providers to provide appropriate customised programs to satisfy the needs of the businesses. Supported the HR Manager by providing assistance in recruitment and selection, Industrial relations, policy (EEO) and award interpretation and general Personnel administration.

Through consultation with Department Managers, Salaried and wage employees and Unions co-ordinated, developed and implemented training strategies to meet the current and future needs of the Plant. Supported the Personnel Manager by providing assistance in recruitment, Industrial relations, policy and award interpretation and General Personnel administration

Critically analysed the service technical skills for the dealer network and co-ordinated, developed and implemented training strategies to meet the current and future needs of the dealers. In 1993, received recognition for superior performance above and beyond job function through promotion from Instructor to Manager of training department.

Implementation of existing Service Development Training Seminars through the following courses:-Service and Parts ManagementService Advisory SkillsCustomer Relations

Managed the recruitment and selection of apprentices for Mazda (VIC) accelerated training program and development of the curriculum in the following areas:-Writing and implementing the 21 week First Year Apprentice Accredited Training Course and short term 2nd and 3rd Year Apprentice Courses.Evaluating effectiveness of courses and re-designing accordingly.Planning and conducting short term technician training courses for dealer network and Trade Customers.Managed the workshop, co-ordinated work for the mechanical apprentices and liaise with internal and external customers.

After completing my Apprenticeship as a Motor Mechanic I received a number of detachments and was technical support to 21 Construction Squadron located at Puckapunyal Army Base. I was promoted to Corporal and managed various Vehicle/Heavy Machinery/Plant Repair Sections.