Amal Rajapaksha
Bundaberg
Summary
I am highly disciplined Recruitment Specialist with a distinguished background in elite talent acquisition, vetting, and compliance for high-stakes government agencies. Proven expertise in managing end-to-end recruitment pipelines, conducting rigorous candidate assessments, and identifying top-tier talent as a Special Forces Operator Recruiter for the Australian Defence Force and a Recruiter for the Queensland Police Service. Combines exceptional interpersonal skills and strict adherence to organizational standards with a diverse, practical background in heavy vehicle logistics and industrial operations. A strategic problem-solver dedicated to maintaining the highest levels of integrity, safety, and operational excellence in demanding environments.
Overview
1
1
Certification
1
1
year of post-secondary education
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
SPECIAL FORCES OPERATOR (Recruit)
AUSTRALIAN DEFENSE FORCE
Maroochydore
07.2025 - Current
- Candidate Assessment: Selected elite personnel for Commando and SASR regiments by evaluating physical, psychological, and combat readiness against rigorous special operations criteria.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Partnered with ADF leadership and psychological screening units to streamline high-security clearance and selection pipelines.
- Mentorship & Selection: Mentored applicants through intense preparatory regimes, significantly improving selection course pass rates.
- Special Forces Recruiter | Australian Defence ForceSelected elite candidates for the Commandos and SASR through rigorous screening.
Increased qualified commando applicants by 20% using targeted vetting.
Managed end-to-end recruitment pipelines, ensuring strict security compliance.
QLD POLICE SERVICE OFFICER (Recruit)
QLD Police
BUNDABERG
03.2025 - Current
- End-to-End Recruitment: Managed full-lifecycle recruitment processes, utilizing targeted talent sourcing, structured panel interviews, and comprehensive background screening.
- Compliance & Vetting: Administered rigorous integrity and vetting procedures, ensuring strict compliance with operational standards and regulatory frameworks.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Partnered closely with hiring managers to define role requirements and build diverse pipelines aligned with organizational strategy.
- Community Outreach: Coordinated large-scale careers expos and public informational seminars to drive brand awareness and boost active applicant pipelines.
CSA Driver
Coles
Bundaberg
01.2022 - 08.2023
- Provided excellent customer service and maintained a positive attitude while delivering food items to customers in a timely manner.
- Managed multiple orders simultaneously, ensuring accuracy of all orders prior to delivery.
- Checked orders before delivery for accurate quantities and charges.
- Verified accuracy of food orders with customers upon delivery.
- Resolved customer inquiries and complaints promptly, ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction.
- Communicated order status updates to customers and responded to inquiries quickly, fostering positive customer relationships.
- Loaded beverages and food orders into vehicle, carefully arranging to avoid spillage.
- Operated vehicle safely and responsibly while adhering to traffic laws and regulations.
- Collaborated with coworkers to successfully meet project deadlines and enhance team efficiency.
Machine Operator
Bundaberg Sugar
Bundaberg
11.2021 - 01.2022
- Ensured compliance with safety and health regulations to maintain a safe working environment.
- Conducted regular maintenance checks to identify and address potential machinery issues.
- Operating machinery and equipment according to instructions in a safe and effective manner.
- Performing pre-start and start-up checks in accordance with workplace procedures.
- Executed quality control measures, maintaining accurate records and reports to uphold product standards.
- Performed maintenance tasks on equipment to ensure proper functionality.
- Performing quality control, following reporting and record keeping procedures.
Factory Hand
Pacific Gold Macadamia
03.2018 - 11.2021
- Using heavy machinery such as a 'Fast Hand' sealing machine and a forklift.
- Managed inventory levels of raw materials, ensuring adequate supplies were available for production needs.
- Maintained a clean work environment to comply with health and safety standards.
- Managed inventory of raw materials to ensure uninterrupted production flow.
- Performed regular maintenance on machines, including oil changes and minor repairs.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving capabilities when troubleshooting equipment malfunctions.
- Monitored production output and implemented corrective actions to sustain productivity levels.
- Reported any issues or discrepancies to the supervisor immediately upon discovery.
Service Station Attendant
Mobil, Shell & Liberty
01.2017 - 03.2018
- Assisting customers with issues at the pumps.
- Resolving customers' concerns and complaints.
- Operating the cash and fuel register.
- Created promotional stock displays to attract customer attention and drive sales.
- Utilized effective communication skills when interacting with customers both face-to-face and over the phone.
- Managed cash drawer responsibly throughout each shift ensuring all funds were accounted for correctly at closing time.
- Stocked shelves with merchandise to ensure product availability for customers. and rotating stock.
- Creating effective promotional stock displays.
Education
UNILEARN RPROGRAM - Higher Education Administration
TAFE QLD
BUNDABERG , QLD 07.2025 - 07.2026
Certificate 1 - construction
TAFE
Bundaberg, QLDHigh School Diploma -
Royal College
Skills
- Route Optimization
- Customer Service Excellence
- Technical Proficiency
- CRM Software Usage
- Problem Solving
- Decision Making
- Attention to Detail
- Product Delivery
- Time Management
- Multitasking Abilities
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Written Communication
- Interpersonal Skills
- Quality control
- Customer service
- Project management
- Recruiting strategies
- Higher education administration
- Product Knowledge
Certification
- Highrisk work license
- Construction White Card
Timeline
SPECIAL FORCES OPERATOR (Recruit)
AUSTRALIAN DEFENSE FORCE
07.2025 - Current
UNILEARN RPROGRAM - Higher Education Administration
TAFE QLD
07.2025 - 07.2026
QLD POLICE SERVICE OFFICER (Recruit)
QLD Police
03.2025 - Current
CSA Driver
Coles
01.2022 - 08.2023
Machine Operator
Bundaberg Sugar
11.2021 - 01.2022
Factory Hand
Pacific Gold Macadamia
03.2018 - 11.2021
Service Station Attendant
Mobil, Shell & Liberty
01.2017 - 03.2018
Certificate 1 - construction
TAFE
High School Diploma -
Royal College