Ayden Temple

Corporal & Crew Commander (Oct 2014 – Present)
Australian Defence Force – Enoggera, QLD

• Team Leadership: Lead and supervise a team of military personnel in both training exercises and operational deployments. Mentor junior soldiers through hands-on guidance and performance feedback, cultivating strong unit cohesion and professionalism.
• Operational Management: Plan and coordinate daily troop activities and field missions. Develop operational plans (patrol routes, training drills, maintenance schedules) and adjust on the fly to meet changing mission requirements. Ensure all objectives are met safely and efficiently.
• Equipment Readiness: Oversee the maintenance and readiness of armored vehicles and communication gear. Conduct regular inspections of vehicles and weapons systems, identifying issues quickly and coordinating repairs with technical specialists to guarantee operational availability.
• Communications Oversight: Maintain and operate advanced communication equipment to ensure secure and reliable information flow during missions. Manage radios, digital communication platforms, and tactical data systems, enabling effective coordination between team members and command.
• Surveillance & Technology: Utilize specialized surveillance systems (ground radar and multispectral sensors) and unmanned aerial vehicles to gather intelligence and support mission objectives. Apply technical expertise to monitor feeds, interpret data, and relay critical information for decision-making.
• High-Stress Decision Making: Make swift, sound decisions in high-pressure environments such as field operations and emergency situations. Remain calm and effective during periods of high fatigue and stress, ensuring team safety and mission success through decisive leadership.
• Collaboration & Results: Work closely with diverse teams and allied units to accomplish complex tasks and projects. Coordinate with superiors and support units to align resources, solve problems, and meet strict deadlines. Demonstrated ability to deliver results in fast-paced, outcome-driven settings, exemplifying strong work ethic and adaptability.

• Performed a variety of manual labor tasks on residential and commercial plumbing job sites. Assisted tradesmen by digging trenches, laying piping groundwork, and leveling earth and gravel as needed for plumbing installations.
• Maintained a clean and safe work environment by removing debris and hazards from the job site at the end of each shift. Followed all safety regulations and guidelines, contributing to zero accidents on site.
• Loaded and unloaded materials and equipment, organizing supplies to prevent damage and improve efficiency. Demonstrated reliability and a strong work ethic by consistently completing tasks on time and supporting team members wherever needed.

• Supported kitchen operations in a busy restaurant environment, working as part of a team to prepare menu items and serve up to hundreds of customers per shift. Followed recipes and special customer requests accurately to ensure high-quality meals.
• Maintained strict hygiene and cleanliness standards in the kitchen and food prep areas. Cleaned work stations, washed utensils, and ensured all food handling complied with health and safety codes, contributing to top health inspection scores.
• Proactively restocked ingredients and supplies in the pantry and service line to prevent delays during peak hours. Adapted to new tasks quickly and volunteered to assist colleagues (front-of-house and back-of-house) to improve overall restaurant efficiency and customer satisfaction.