ADAM DEVRIES
Townsville
Summary
Highly organised and adaptable professional with over 10 years' experience across Defence, pest control, and scheduling roles. Strong track record in workflow management, team coordination, and operational efficiency. Brings proven leadership, security awareness, and process improvement skills from both civilian and military environments. Dedicated to high standards, customer service, and contributing meaningfully to team success.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Meter Reader
Downer
01.2025 - 07.2025
- Accurately read and recorded utility meters for gas, electricity, and water
- Identified and reported faulty meters and safety hazards
- Maintained customer confidentiality and professional interaction on properties
- Worked independently across varying conditions and tight deadlines
Scheduler
First Choice Pest Management
09.2019 - 01.2025
- Coordinated technician schedules and optimised routes for service delivery
- Managed large contracts, invoicing, debtors, and customer follow-ups
- Answered inbound sales calls, processed work orders, and sent marketing communications
- Contributed to process improvements for operational efficiency
- Trusted to manage scheduling independently with high attention to detail
Pest Control Technician
Scientific Pest & Vegetation Management
08.2015 - 09.2019
- Delivered pest control services on Defence sites under strict compliance standards
- Designed treatment plans, applied chemicals, and managed pest-proofing programs
- Obtained EWP licence; specialised in bird-proofing and rabbit baiting programs
Pest Control Technician
First Choice Pest Management
10.2013 - 08.2015
- Provided pest control to residential and commercial clients
- Investigated infestations, developed treatment plans, and ensured WHS compliance
- Managed equipment, chemicals, financial records, and client communication
- Completed after-hours training to broaden termite treatment services
Infantry Soldier
Department of Defence
04.2009 - 05.2013
- Operated in high-readiness teams with responsibility for security, weapons, and logistics
- Mentored new members and modelled leadership in physical and team training
- Managed and secured high-value equipment ($500k–$5M+)
- Authored threat assessments and operational briefings for senior leadership
- Developed detailed tracking for supplies, stores, and base operations
Education
Certificate III -
Business
Certificate III -
Asset Maintenance (Pest Management)
White Card -
Construction Induction Training
Asbestos Awareness Course -
MPL
EWP Licence -
Elevated Work Platform
Skills
- Schedule & Workflow Management
- Operations Coordination
- WHS & Risk Awareness
- Defence & Security Procedures
- Customer & Client Liaison
- Administration & Invoicing
- Problem Solving
- Attention to Detail
- Adaptability & Self-Motivation
- Team Collaboration & Leadership
Additional Attributes
- Baseline Security Clearance
- Professional, discreet, and mission-focused
- Strong communication and documentation skills
- Respected for reliability, initiative, and integrity
Education And Certifications
- Certificate III in Business
- Certificate III in Asset Maintenance (Pest Management)
- White Card – Construction Induction Training
- Asbestos Awareness Course – MPL
- EWP Licence – Elevated Work Platform
Timeline
Meter Reader
Downer
01.2025 - 07.2025
Scheduler
First Choice Pest Management
09.2019 - 01.2025
Pest Control Technician
Scientific Pest & Vegetation Management
08.2015 - 09.2019
Pest Control Technician
First Choice Pest Management
10.2013 - 08.2015
Infantry Soldier
Department of Defence
04.2009 - 05.2013
Certificate III -
Business
Certificate III -
Asset Maintenance (Pest Management)
White Card -
Construction Induction Training
Asbestos Awareness Course -
MPL
EWP Licence -
Elevated Work Platform