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Ben Cooke

Windsor,QLD

Summary

In my past career, I have been a detail-oriented, organized and meticulous employee whom is successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude and stringent diligence. I have a proven ability to work at a fast pace to meet tight deadlines, and am an enthusiastic team player ready to contribute to company success. I'm a personable and friendly professional with excellent communication, multitasking and conflict resolution skills.

As an incoming graduate teacher, I'm motivated to gain expertise in my new industry. I'm dedicated to building confident, knowledgeable individuals through hands-on teaching, and am enthusiastic about enhancing all areas development, building trust and instilling confidence in individual abilities and knowledge. I believe my prior experiences have situated me well to be successful at planning and leading activities that resonate with different learning styles.

I've lived in eight countries and have been to over one hundred, engaging in volunteer building programs in both Palestine and Mozambique. These experiences, combined with a diverse professional career, have brought about a highly flexible and analytical mind, with strong relationship-building abilities. I have both a depth and breadth of knowledge, and will be adept at catering to students from diverse backgrounds and creating a safe classroom environment.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Project Engineer & Occupational Hygienist

Airtek Services
05.2016 - Current
  • Oversaw and delivered dozens of projects ranging from a few days in length to several months or years.
  • Completed construction tasks while providing safe working conditions, staying on budget and meeting project deadlines.
  • Identified technical risks and potential improvements within managed projects.
  • Evaluated change order requests in response to out-of-scope work activities.
  • Delivered concise instructions and regular compliance reports to drive process improvement and maintain quality control.

Unit Manager

Cato Film & TV Logistics
02.2016 - 09.2017
  • Completed wide range of tasks in diverse filming areas to support operations.
  • Collaborated with production team to facilitate smooth operations, avoiding disruptions and delays
  • Managed video shoots, set teams and performers while creating work schedules and operating production equipment.
  • Worked on international blockbusters and bespoke, small-scale commercials.

Travel Writer & Photographer

Freelance
06.2012 - 05.2016
  • Utilized exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills to produce engaging and error-free content for several national and international publications.
  • Brainstormed ideas to create useful content for clients in the private sector.
  • Created content for websites and online publications.
  • Completed thorough research into assigned topics.
  • Photographed high-quality images for various print and digital projects.

Project Engineer

Laing O’Rourke
01.2010 - 11.2013
  • Determined and scheduled priorities as required to progress engineering work.
  • Recommended process improvements to reduce unnecessary waste.
  • Reviewed progress controls for project quality assurance.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with suppliers to facilitate quality and timely delivery of materials.

Hotel Concierge

The Little Nell
11.2007 - 03.2008
  • Handled customer complaints to satisfy and retain guests.
  • Created welcoming and comfortable environment for guests.
  • Maintained high level of professionalism and discretion when dealing with guests.
  • Remedied issues quickly and effectively through active listening, conflict resolution, and dynamic communication skills.

Site Engineer

Thiess Construction Pty. Ltd
11.2005 - 11.2007
  • Checked technical designs and drawings for adherence to standards.
  • Recorded daily events and activities in site diary to evaluate process and improve productivity.
  • Created work schedules and adjusted as needed to meet project deadlines and keep shifts properly staffed.
  • Oversaw quality control and health and safety matters for construction teams.

Education

Masters - Teaching

University of Queensland
Brisbane, QLD
11.2023

Ph.D. - International Relations (Incomplete)

Griffith University
Brisbane, QLD

Masters - Political Science

Universitat Autònoma De Barcelona
Barcelona, Spain
06.2018

Diploma - Intermediate Spanish

The Spanish Cat
Brisbane, QLD
07.2013

Diploma - Advanced Photography

The Photography Institute
Online
06.2012

Dual Bachelor's Degree - Civil Engineering and Arts (Philosophy/Ancient History

University of Queensland
Brisbane, QLD
06.2011

Diploma - Beginner Dutch

Rijksuniversiteit Groningen
Groningen, The Netherlands
02.2009

Skills

  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Construction Review
  • Client Relations
  • Building Codes and Permits
  • Subcontractor Oversight
  • Requests for Information (RFIs)
  • Site Visits
  • Cost Management
  • Purchasing and Procurement
  • Project Scope and Requirements

Affiliations

- United Nations Society, UQ

- Engineers Australia

- Engineers without Borders

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working
Dutch
Limited Working

Timeline

Project Engineer & Occupational Hygienist

Airtek Services
05.2016 - Current

Unit Manager

Cato Film & TV Logistics
02.2016 - 09.2017

Travel Writer & Photographer

Freelance
06.2012 - 05.2016

Project Engineer

Laing O’Rourke
01.2010 - 11.2013

Hotel Concierge

The Little Nell
11.2007 - 03.2008

Site Engineer

Thiess Construction Pty. Ltd
11.2005 - 11.2007

Masters - Teaching

University of Queensland

Ph.D. - International Relations (Incomplete)

Griffith University

Masters - Political Science

Universitat Autònoma De Barcelona

Diploma - Intermediate Spanish

The Spanish Cat

Diploma - Advanced Photography

The Photography Institute

Dual Bachelor's Degree - Civil Engineering and Arts (Philosophy/Ancient History

University of Queensland

Diploma - Beginner Dutch

Rijksuniversiteit Groningen
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