Andrew Rooks
Brisbane,QLD
Summary
I have the ability to quickly adapt with a friendly,professional attitude and further develop my work skills.
Experience as a School Officer at the Department of Education Queensland, I always follow WHS protocols and streamlining workflows.
My back ground requires being physically fit with stamina to carry out necessary duties at hand.
Previous occupations have had me working in extreme environments over coming situations and problem-solving.
Strong teamwork abilities and some construction experience.
Committed to fostering workplace relationships and ensuring workplace procedures/regulations are met.
I will bring a friendly attitude with great organizational and communication skills.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
School Officer
Department Of Education Queensland
02.2022 - Current
- Coordinated maintenance acquired for machinery and Keep records of chemicals in compliance with departmental policies.
- Communication with all Departmental Staff to always be improving our teamwork.
- I am physically fit and have adequate stamina to get the job done.
- At all times using implemented Health and Safety procedures.
- Facilitated communication between staff, parents, and students to enhance campus facilities and grounds.
- Problem-solving is used quite often when maintaining facilities or coordinating scheduled work.
- Adaptability to be told of immediate changes in work or environment.
- Using implemented training materials to improve ongoing professional development.
- Streamlined workflow to improve efficiency within the school environment.
- Facilitated regular team meetings to promote collaborate and address operational challenges.
- Time-management is upmost impo0rtant in my day to day routine.
- Coordinated operations with emergency services.
- Established protocols for handling sensitive information, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with legal standards.
- Enhanced safety awareness, with introduction of new protective gear and safety protocols.
- Knowledge of how to use extreme caution when working in close proximity to others.
- Teamwork is extremely important in campus, I always collaborate with staff and directors for our overall preservations.
- Ability on my own and follow instruction.
- Developed and implemented strategic plans to address community concerns, fostering stronger relationships between force and public.
- I know how to deal with conflict within campus and also previously working on commercial fishing vessels.
Commercial Fisherman
Self Employed
1988 - 02.2022
- Maintenance on fishing vessels to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Problem-solving navigation to optimize fishing routes and enhance catch efficiency.
- Monitored weather conditions to determine optimal fishing times and locations.
- Collaborate with other local fisheries to comply with sustainable fishing practices and regulations.
- Conducted regular equipment inspections and performed necessary maintenance to minimize downtime.
- Communicating with new crew members on safety protocols and equipment use.
- Analyzed catch data to improve overall profitability of fishing ventures.
- Ability to work long days or nights in extreme conditions.
- Maintaining safety standards on board, assuring an accident-free work environment.
- Collaborate with the crew in executing daily tasks, resulting in increased productivity and teamwork.
- Stamina is necessary with sometimes unforeseen circumstances arise.
Education
No Degree -
Balmoral State High School
Brisbane, QLD01-1987
Skills
A year 10 equivalent education
Current First Aid and CPR
Certificate 3 in Parks and Gardens
Elevating Work Platform Licence
EWP Type SL 11m
Driver Licence Class C
Type RMDL
Power Boat Licence
Knowledge of book keeping and business keeping
Basic computer skills
Licence to Preform High Risk Work
Classes and Description; LF Forklift Truck
Expires 2017
Timeline
School Officer
Department Of Education Queensland
02.2022 - Current
Commercial Fisherman
Self Employed
1988 - 02.2022
No Degree -
Balmoral State High School