Benjamin Churcher
Scullin, ACT,ACT
Summary
I am an accomplished professional with a proven track record after 19 years with the Australian Defence Force, excelling in spreadsheet development, management and training of personnel, and communication skills. Expert in enhancing team performance and fostering key stakeholder relationships. Achieved significant improvements in project documentation accuracy and staff training efficacy, demonstrating exceptional analytical and public speaking skills throughout my career. Skilled multitasker with superior work ethic and good teamwork, problem-solving and organisational skills. Willing to take on any task to help the team. Reliable and dedicated team player with a hardworking and resourceful approach.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
SO1 Training
Australian Defence Force
01.2023 - 08.2024
- Sorted and organised files, spreadsheets, and reports.
- Maintained accurate records and documentation of projects to inform stakeholders of progress and updates.
- Provided project progress updates and proposed solutions to issues.
- Explored new technologies and approaches to streamline processes, including AI.
- Designed assessments and training programs.
- Educated staff on organizational mission and goals to help employees achieve success.
- Evaluated staff performance and provided coaching to address inefficiencies.
- Developed and maintained relationships with key internal stakeholders.
Career Manager
Royal Australian Navy
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Cross-trained existing employees to maximise team agility and performance.
- Developed and maintained relationships with team members and constituents.
- Used industry expertise, customer service skills and analytical nature to resolve constituent concerns.
Education
Master of Arts - Strategic Studies
Australian National University
Canberra, ACT12.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Music
University of New England
Armidale, NSW12.1998
Skills
- Meeting Coordination
- Scheduling
- Spreadsheet tracking
- Report Writing
- Research
- Presentations
- Analytics
- Quality Control
- Public Speaking
- Outstanding communication skills
Accomplishments
I received the Australian Defence College Commandant's prize for outstanding contribution to the Australian Command and Staff Course, 2022.
I received a Chief of Navy Gold Commendation for my transformation of the coaching methodology of Sea Training Group over the 2016-2019 period.
Timeline
SO1 Training
Australian Defence Force
01.2023 - 08.2024
Career Manager
Royal Australian Navy
01.2021 - 01.2022
Master of Arts - Strategic Studies
Australian National University
Bachelor of Arts - Music
University of New England
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