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Gawler, South Australia, Australia

Co-founder and business manager at SkinSafe Cancer Clinic. We specialise in detecting, treating and preventing all types of skin cancers.

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

• Led department of 30 people through capability assurance process of Sea Release Board, Unit Readiness Evaluation and Exercise Sea Explorer• Executed safe conduct of over 400 aviation sorties during Operation Tonga Assist 2022, Exercise RIMPAC 2022, and Operation Vanuatu Assist 2023• Developed and instructed two Flight Control Officers to safely direct all aspects of LHD aviation operations• Mentored 20 Junior Sailors through personnel management to improve verbal reasoning and written communication skills

East Sale, Victoria, Australia

• Delivered comprehensive training to 10 students, covering various aviation disciplines, including flight operations, aircraft systems, navigation, and safety procedures• Developed six Junior Officers through one on one coaching and mentor sessions• Initiated courseware development and improvement project during six month period of reduced face to face interaction impacted by COVID-19

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

• Delivered capability advice to senior leadership and program managers concerning acquisition and integration of multiple aviation systems into major fleet units throughout 18 months• Consulted with key stakeholders to ensure aviation project requirements were identified and integrated into the Destroyer platform over 18 month period

Rockingham, Western Australia, Australia

• Planned and directed over 100 sorties as Mission Commander and Tactical Coordinator of MH-60R Seahawk Helicopter involving multiple ships and aircraft at sea in high pressure, strategically complex environments• Implemented robust aircraft maintenance schedules for 12 month period, balancing complex maintenance requirements with operational imperatives, ensuring mission readiness whilst deployed at sea and improving aircraft serviceability

Nowra Hill, New South Wales, Australia

• Demonstrated adaptability and resilience in challenging situations, completing rigorous physical and mental exercises, including survival training, combat drills, and leadership evaluations over six months• Gained extensive experience over six years in managing and operating advanced aircraft systems and equipment in both fixed wing and rotary platforms, including advanced navigation, radar systems, communications systems, and weapons systems• Acquired exceptional communication and interpersonal skills by liaising with multiple stakeholders, conducting briefings, and conveying complex information to subordinates, superiors, and colleagues through six years of aviation training• Led and supervised diverse teams of naval personnel in high-pressure environments, developing strong leadership, teamwork, decision-making, and problem-solving skills over six years of training

Master Of Business Administration - Mba, Business Administration And Management, General, Excellence

Master Of Business, Business