Anthony Preston
Buderim,QLD
Summary
Accomplished Training and Checking Aircrew Officer with a proven track record at Lifeflight Australia, enhancing department efficiency through strategic policy implementation. Expert in instructional ability and work coordination, demonstrated by managing and streamlining training for aircrew and paramedics. Skilled in computer usage and maintaining high operational standards, significantly minimizing organizational risk.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Training and Checking Aircrew Officer
Lifeflight Australia
06.2013 - Current
- Adhere to Company health, safety and environmental policies.
- Conduct ground and flight training of up to 30 ACO's, RCO's, doctors and paramedics.
- Assess and maintain crew training records and reports.
- Undertake line flying duties as required.
- Maintain operational flight standards for company helicopter types.
- Maintained strict adherence to industry regulations, minimising risk exposure for the organisation.
- Improved department efficiency by streamlining and implementing policies and processes.
Crew Chief
Sunshine Coast Helicopter Rescue Service
11.2005 - 06.2013
- Managed all aspects of aircrew administration, rostering and supervision
- Conducted initial and ongoing training for full time ACO's and paramedics and volunteer RCO's
- Rewrote the ACO training manual and implemented structured courses for advancement
- Managed team according to company standards and government compliance requirements.
- Organized daily assignments for all crew members, ensuring efficient use of time and resources.
Aircrewman Loadmaster
Department Of Defence
01.1992 - 04.2006
- Army Aircrewman Instructor
- Operational service in Cambodia and Timor Leste
- Supported mission-critical operations involving airlifts of personnel, equipment, or supplies under challenging circumstances.
Education
High School Diploma -
Various
Skills
- Instructional ability
- Work coordination
- Management
- Demeanour
- Computer skills
- Report Writing
- Emergency Response
Timeline
Training and Checking Aircrew Officer
Lifeflight Australia
06.2013 - Current
Crew Chief
Sunshine Coast Helicopter Rescue Service
11.2005 - 06.2013
Aircrewman Loadmaster
Department Of Defence
01.1992 - 04.2006
High School Diploma -
Various
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