Ben uit den Bogaard

• Role of compliance and investigations into protecting Queensland’s fisheries resources.
• Inspections on the general public on land, boats and remote places to check for compliance with the Fisheries Act 1994.
• Simple and complex investigations into alleged offences against the Fisheries Act 1994
• Joint agency patrol work with Queensland Police, Maritime safety Queensland, Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service, Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority, Traditional Owner Ranger groups
• Apply for and execution of search warrants on a range of places and businesses.
• Preparing briefs of evidence for submission to court prosecutions.
• Dealing with dangerous, aggressive, and uncooperative members of the public.
• Covert surveillance on offenders and persons of interests.
• Remote patrols in two to four person teams for up to 10 days in the Gulf of Carpentaria and Cape York.
• Education of fishing laws to schools, community groups and information nights.
• Senior boarding officer on offshore patrol vessels.
• Compliance database management.
• Intel gathering and handling of sensitive information.
• Identifying increasing non-compliance trends and creating action plans to
• Monthly maintenance duties on allotted vehicles and vessels for operational readiness.
• Driving and handling of vessels between 4.3m and 7.5m in length in a variety of sea states.
• Enhanced fisheries enforcement by collaborating with local, state, and federal agencies for effective information sharing.
• Optimized enforcement strategies by analyzing trends in illegal activities and adjusting patrol schedules accordingly.

• Conduct aerial helicopter patrols of the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park
• Held security clearance with the Department of Defence and red Aviation Security Identification Card.
• Water based patrols using the fleet of compliance vessels within the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park.
• Liaise with Australian Border Force with flight planning of aerial patrols for safety of all officers.
• Assist with organizing and planning extended water patrols with Queensland water police and Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service

• Lifeguard duties – Assisted swimmers and SCUBA divers in distress using appropriate rescue techniques based on individual needs and circumstances.
• Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
• Developed strong teamwork skills by actively collaborating with fellow crew members in various tasks and emergency situations.
• Handled lines during mooring operations efficiently, securing the vessel safely at designated locations.
• Contributed to efficient operations by maintaining a clean and organized deck environment.
• Communicated clearly, concisely and politely with passengers and crew members.
• Followed safety protocols and procedures to prevent accidents.
• Implemented effective communication with team members, ensuring smooth coordination during critical operations.

On and off employment during holiday period of university.

• Checking in holiday letters
• Maintaining resort grounds.
• Maintained equipment functionality with regular checks, cleaning, and minor repairs as necessary.
• Provided exceptional customer service to visitors on the premises while attending to their inquiries or concerns about the grounds.