Ashlee Gaul
Summary
Well-established and dependable candidate with 7+ years in compliance, complaint, and investigation management for New South Wales.
A calm and resilient person who thrives in fast paced environments, I am focused on improving processes, methodical case management and exercising sound judgement when making decisions.
I have been commended on my leadership qualities, ethical behaviours and passion for making a difference.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Safety Officer
ONRSR
01.2023 - Current
- Plan and lead regulatory activities including site visits, inspections and audits on Rail Transport Operators safety management systems and risk management practices.
- Review safety systems and identify gaps against legislative requirements.
- Provide education to Operators on legislative requirements.
- Prepare post-activity detailed reports and include any findings.
- Assist colleagues by conducting peer reviews on reports and providing constructive feedback.
- Chair team meetings on incident reviews, intelligence gathering and work program updates.
- Identify safety trends and issues, and provide recommendations to internal stakeholders to address them with Operators.
- Conduct inquiries into incidents, request evidence from Operators and prepare reports on findings.
- Emergency Warden duties - Volunteered role.
Senior Constable
NSW Police Force
07.2022 - 01.2023
- Responded to criminal activity and complaints reported by the community.
- Understood and executed legislative powers and adhered to policies and procedures.
- Coached and mentored junior police officers and provided constructive feedback to them and unit management.
- Attended mental health related concerns, domestic violence incidents, drug offences, fires, assaults, brawls, neighbour disputes, property crime, retail theft, fraud, animal complaints and more.
- Gathered and recorded detailed information and prepared reports.
- Obtained detailed victim and witness statements, and provided updates on the matter.
- Apprehended offenders, conducted interviews and completed charging process.
- Compiled briefs of evidence, attended court to give evidence as a witness and supported victims in Court.
- Practiced proactive crime reduction strategies including patrols, gathering intelligence, conducting surveillance, speaking to the community.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices.
Investigations
NSW Police Force
08.2019 - 06.2022
- Investigated matters including homicide, sexual assault, fires, domestic violence assault, property damage, fraud, drug supply, deceased persons.
- Provided ongoing support to victims of crime and referred to external support services as needed.
- Apprehended offenders, completed charges, interviewed persons and prepared briefs of evidence.
- Managed caseload of investigations and maintained contact with key stakeholders throughout process.
- Participated in covert operations leading to arrests involving historic sexual assault and drug supply.
- Prepared court applications including search warrants, arrest warrants and notice to produce documents.
- Led search warrant operations with the objective of gathering evidence linked to a crime.
- Understood and applied the rules of evidence when preparing for criminal proceedings.
- Led retail theft operations during peak season.
- Worked flexible hours including night shift and on-call duties.
Police Officer
NSW Police Force
08.2016 - 08.2019
- Attended to emergencies and complaints including drownings, deceased persons, mental health, drug offences, domestic violence, traffic collisions, property crime, retail theft, neighbour disputes, fraud, harassment and bullying complaints.
- Provided ongoing support to victims and witnesses and referred to external agencies as needed.
- Responsible for making quick decisions under pressure to de-escalate a situation.
- Obtained information from the community to prepare a report and investigate the matter.
- Attended court and gave evidence under oath.
- Performed proactive duties to help in reducing crime in the community.
- Obtained detailed witness and victim statements.
- Apprehended offenders and conducted interviews.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices
Team Leader
Bunnings Warehouse
06.2012 - 08.2013
- Led the replenishment team of 20, ensuring incoming stock was managed efficiently and store stock levels were at the required levels.
- Monitored team performance and provided constructive feedback to maintain momentum in achieving team KPI's.
- Facilitated store daily briefings and provided updates on store performance.
- Managed and addressed team conflicts effectively.
- Identified team and individual goals and developed plans to achieve them.
- Assisted in the recruitment of new employees by participating in interviews and inductions.
- Managed leave requests and absences, and arranged meetings to address leave trends.
- Initiated team briefings and gatherings to build team relationships.
Education
Statement of Attainment - Lead Auditor Skillset
GRAY Management Systems
Sydney, NSW11.2023
Associate Degree in Policing Practice - Policing Studies
Charles Sturt University
New South Wales04.2018
Certificate IV - Community Services Work
TAFE Queensland
Nambour, QLD06.2015
Skills
- Regulatory Compliance
- Systems Reviews
- Investigation and Case Management
- Report Writing
- Leadership/Mentoring
- Statement Taking and Interviewing
- Communication and Interpersonal Skills
- Complaint Management and Resolution
- Team Collaboration
- Interpreting and Applying Legislation
- Emergency Response
Accomplishments
- Identified weaknesses in processes, made recommendations to management and assisted in implementation - ONRSR.
- Commended on my role performance and capabilities, recommended for promotion to Senior Officer less than 12 months in the role - ONRSR.
- Selected to work alongside the Superintendent in charge for managing the COVID-19 NSW & VIC Border Closure Operation - NSW Police.
- Recognised for commitment of service to the NSW community during the 2019-2020 Bush Fire Emergency and COVID-19 Pandemic - NSW Police.
- Worked as an investigator for a homicide Strike Force investigating a murder on the South Coast - NSW Police.
- Worked as an investigator on a Wollongong and Lake Illawarra joint Operation tackling high end property theft and damage. Resulted in 133 charges and 35 arrests in 3 months - NSW Police.
- Selected to undertake Leadership Program on two occasions by different Superintendents - NSW Police.
- Selected to undertake Leadership Program - Bunnings Warehouse.
Certification
- Report Writing - Adelaide University
- Leadership Program - NSW Police Force
- Leadership Program - Bunnings Warehouse
- 4WD Operations - Performance Driving Australia
- Safe Driver Training - NRMA
- First Aid & CPR - St John Ambulance
- White Card - Accelerated Training
- Safely Access the Rail Corridor (SARC)
Hobbies & Interests
- Spending quality time with my partner and our rescued Greyhound
- Meeting with family and friends
- Keep active by playing Pickleball, Touch Football, SUP Boarding, Walking, Gym and Bike Riding
- Camping with family and friends with our caravan
- Watching live sport
Attributes
- Diligent and Professional
- Demonstrates Integrity
- Sound Emotional Intelligence
- Remains Calm Under Pressure
- Practices Empathy
- Adaptable and Flexible
- Honest
- Ambitious
Timeline
Safety Officer
ONRSR
01.2023 - Current
Senior Constable
NSW Police Force
07.2022 - 01.2023
Investigations
NSW Police Force
08.2019 - 06.2022
Police Officer
NSW Police Force
08.2016 - 08.2019
Team Leader
Bunnings Warehouse
06.2012 - 08.2013
Statement of Attainment - Lead Auditor Skillset
GRAY Management Systems
Associate Degree in Policing Practice - Policing Studies
Charles Sturt University
Certificate IV - Community Services Work
TAFE Queensland
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