Operations And Technical Officer And Rpas Pilot And Instructor. Casa Licence Assesor For A And Radio Ops. Cert.
Victorian Unmanned Aerial Systems P/L.
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Operations and technical officer and RPAS Pilot and Instructor. CASA Licence assesor for A and Radio Ops. Cert.
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Victoria, Australia
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Michael Herbert is listed as Operations and technical officer and RPAS Pilot and Instructor. CASA Licence assesor for A and Radio Ops. Cert. at Victorian Unmanned Aerial Systems P/L., based in Victoria, Australia. AeroLeads shows a matched LinkedIn profile for Michael Herbert.
Michael Herbert previously worked as Operations and technical officer/RPAS Pilot/ Instructor. CASA Licence assesor for A/Radio Ops. Cert. at Victorian Unmanned Aerial Systems P/L. and Tower Operator/manager at Country Fire Authority (Cfa). Michael Herbert holds Bachelor Of Environmental Science (B.Env.Sc.) Freshwater Biology- With Distinction., Environmental - Freshwater Biology And Management., Distinction from Deakin University.
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Currently Instructing in RPAS( Remotely Piloted Aviation Systems) Sub 7kg. category- Multi-rotor/ Aeroplane. CASA Licence. Also recently I have contracted in areas requiring: Great on ground teamwork,research and development skills, plus strong communication and leadership skills.My employment : VUAS Unmanned Aerial systems(Drones) operations-training-development 2016-ongoing. Southern Grampians Shire Council- Flood Recovery Team (Infrastructure inspector) 2017.Australian Bureau of Statistics- (Census field officer) 2017, Glenelg Hopkins Catchment Management Authority(2016/17- Environmental restoration post flood). Sunpharma (2016- Lab. Tech.),and Internship (freshwater Biology and chemistry in 2014 with Glaxo Smith Kline Aust./(Deakin Uni. Scholarship). This work extended my capabilities in: IT, Risk Management, Research and Water Chemistry/Chemistry. Allowing me to successfully complete and take ownership of Laboratory work and important projects for the company. My recent Bachelor Degree in Environmental Science - Freshwater Biology & Marine sciences, plus Management has launched me into areas of high achievement. My earlier work life background in precision engineering, military service and the tourism industry scaffolds my management, communication and technical skill set .I believe in sustainable work and environmental practices and outcomes which incorporate the triple bottom line, maintaining environmental, social and economic balance, to support all life forms and for the future health of the planet.My volunteering history: Communications & Environmental, is extensive.Waterwatch Victoria - Citizen science field biology and water chemistry:-15 years service:1990's-2010. (Award).Pallisters Reserve(Trust for Nature) Rehab of site and water quality analysis including macro invertebrates identification and scoring for wetlands health.South Beach Landcare group - wetlands monitoring and restoration of Lathams Snipe Habitat. 2011-current.Friends of Griffiths Island management group- Flora ,fauna and environmental restoration, weed and invasive Spp. suppression, Short tailed Shearwater support and management. Currently Vice - President 2018/19. Management member ongoing.Coast Care (DELWP) team member ongoing (Marine Biology)Fishcare Member - Warrnambool branch - Sustainable fishing practices and conservation.
Listed skills include Public Speaking, Teaching, History, Research, and 20 others.
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Operations And Technical Officer/Rpas Pilot/ Instructor. Casa Licence Assesor For A/Radio Ops. Cert.
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Victorian Unmanned Aerial Systems P/L.
Working In the Aerial and terrestrial Robotics industry involving Flying/automation/ R&D/ Instruction of students for RPAS licencing/ Instruction Radio Ops. & Licencing (CASA) . Also presentation/ teaching of STEM subjects relating VUAS opreations/ work in local schools to foster Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) across all year levels.
May 2016 - Present
Tower Operator/Manager
Worked as manager/observer in fire tower over fire danger period.This involved intensive observation of surrounding areas for fire outbreaks on rostered duty over summer period.Intense operational activity with close meshed radio and ground communications involving fire outbreaks, calling in of effort, reporting etc.
Dec 2015 - Jun 2020
Laboratory Technician
Sunpharma
Worked in Technical Development Laboratory: Preparation of plant materials for UHPLC analysis.Also Preparation of laboratory samples for Quality Assurance Laboratory further analysis.
May 2016 - Jul 2016
Scientific Team Member
Graduate In Environmental Science- Work Ready.
I have graduated with my Bachelor of Environmental Science /Freshwater Biology and Management.My study at Deakin and Scholarship placement at Glaxo Smith Kline has enabled me to work in this field or a related area. I am ready to tackle any Scientific endeavor! Use of technology and working with Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Exe-quantum and ArcGIS has broadened and enriched my IT skills. My learning will always continue,e.g.:adapting to apply myself to complex tasks including risk management.My management of resources, projects and time at GSK and Deakin has enabled me to work in a number of teams successfully. I am ready for new horizons.
Mar 2012 - May 2015
Internship
Worked with this company as an intern on scholarship. Engaged in Extensive assessment of chemical usage and risk associated with Bulk and Laboratory chemical species. Wrote several databases involving whole of plant and Laboratories Chemical Risk. This related to people,plant and environmental effects of all types of dangerous scenarios posed by the delivery/storage and use of chemicals on site. Also research on chemical consumption in process and methods to reduce volumes to curb downstream flows to drain and therefore subsequent treatment of waste waters.
Jan 2014 - Oct 2014
Historical Interpreter
My responsibilities at Sovereign Hill included : Interaction with visitors from across the globe in 1850's costume.* Activation,special tours and demonstrations of events of the period including police and military capacities. Blacksmithing and retail, mine tours and specialist tours and maintenance areas.*Training of junior staff in costumed activations- military & police including handling and firing muzzle loaded weapons in public. *Maintained OH&S requirements for all areas. Trained as Emergency Warden for disaster management of staff and public.*Met and assisted over 1 million visitors from all walks of life and all over the globe in my tenure of 22+ years. This is a unique workplace and a hugely rewarding and rich experience.
Apr 1986 - Feb 2010
Motor Transport Fitter(Corporal Rank)
Raaf
Worked on light to heavy transport vehicles, including Ground Support Equipment. Managed a small team of fitters in workshop and field operations.Attended international exercises in Northern Australia.
Jun 1977 - Mar 1991
Licensed Aircraft Engineer
Herberts Southern Aircraft Overhaul
Jan 1975 - Dec 1984
4 education records
Michael Herbert education
Bachelor Of Environmental Science (B.Env.Sc.) Freshwater Biology- With Distinction., Environmental - Freshwater Biology And Management., Distinction
Deakin University
Associate Degree:Arts, Business And Science (Science Major) Conferred 2013, Arts Science & Business(Science Major)., Distinction
Certificate Of Proficiency In Motor Mechanics (Apprenticship Qualification)., Motor Mechanics, Distinction Level
Geelong East Technical School
Automotive Engineering Technology/Technician, Senior Motor Engineer
Gordon Institute Geelong
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Michael Herbert works for Victorian Unmanned Aerial Systems P/L..
What is Michael Herbert's role at Victorian Unmanned Aerial Systems P/L.?
Michael Herbert is listed as Operations and technical officer and RPAS Pilot and Instructor. CASA Licence assesor for A and Radio Ops. Cert. at Victorian Unmanned Aerial Systems P/L..
Where is Michael Herbert based?
Michael Herbert is based in Victoria, Australia while working with Victorian Unmanned Aerial Systems P/L..
What companies has Michael Herbert worked for?
Michael Herbert has worked for Victorian Unmanned Aerial Systems P/L., Country Fire Authority (Cfa), Sunpharma, Graduate In Environmental Science- Work Ready., and Glaxo Smith Kline/ Sun Pharma Analgaesia Production.
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Michael Herbert holds Bachelor Of Environmental Science (B.Env.Sc.) Freshwater Biology- With Distinction., Environmental - Freshwater Biology And Management., Distinction from Deakin University.
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Michael Herbert is listed with skills including Public Speaking, Teaching, History, Research, Environmental Science, Event Management, Community Engagement, and Charter Vessel Operations Under 15 T. Motor Boatman Licence.
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