CHRIS THOMPSON
Gisborne,VIC
Summary
Resourceful investigative professional uses evidence analysis and advanced interviewing techniques to illuminate complex cases. Performs thorough collection procedures for informing accurate investigative direction. Detailed examiner of crime scenes and reports using intense review process to uncover concrete evidence.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Authorised Officer
Metro
Melbourne
01.2022 - Current
- Providing a customer focused approach to the travelling public on the rail network, including assisting customers with special needs, platform management for special events and coordinating alternate transport in times of disruptions
- Patrolling the public transport network and report any breaches of Public Transport Acts and regulations including fare evasion, vandalism, and anti-social behaviour
- Gained Certificate III in Public Transport Customer Service and Compliance.
Train Driver
Metro
Melbourne
01.2019 - 01.2022
- Operate trains across the Melbourne network to scheduled timetable, with a focus on safety in accordance with rules and regulations
- Engaging in safety critical communication with a variety of departments, ensuring that any anomalies are reported and documented
- Preparing, testing, and inspecting a variety of trains prior to them entering service, fault finding and rectification when required
- Adhere to the 1994 Book of Rules and Operating Procedures at all times, gained Certificate IV in Train Driving at Metro Academy.
Supervising Presentation Coordinator
Seven Network
Melbourne
01.2013 - 01.2019
- Creating monthly rosters for the broadcast team, adhering to the EBA, and ensuring special events and tasks were adequately crewed, considering complexities of tasks required and staff experience
- Creating detailed daily crew sheets to ensure all routine tasks were allocated and staff time was used effectively and efficiently
- Managing a team to achieve viewer satisfaction and meet client expectations in a dynamic on-air environment, whilst always meeting deadlines
- Planning for large scale events with mass audiences and complex on-air requirements, such as Olympics, Commonwealth Games, AFL Grand Finals
- Creating and implementing policies and procedures in an ever changing environment to maximize efficiency and accuracy.
Senior Broadcast Coordinator
Seven Network
Melbourne
01.2009 - 01.2013
- Responsible for the daily transmission of multiple channels broadcast across the country
- Communicating with multiple departments to deliver a premium viewing experience
- Identifying and rectifying and reporting faults prior to on-air
- Learning and operating a variety of integrated broadcast software programs
- Accurately applying and reporting any changes required to scheduled events
- Ensuring all aspects of on-air transmission comply with the Television Code of Practice.
Broadcast Coordinator
Seven Network
Melbourne
01.2006 - 01.2009
- Responsible for the daily transmission of multiple channels broadcast across the country
- Communicating with multiple departments to deliver a premium viewing experience
- Identifying and rectifying and reporting faults prior to on-air
- Learning and operating a variety of integrated broadcast software programs
- Accurately applying and reporting any changes required to scheduled events
- Ensuring all aspects of on-air transmission comply with the Television Code of Practice.
Skills
- Industry focused: Commitment to safety and sound knowledge of Signals and Safe working systems
- Teamwork: Enthusiastic to work as part of a team, as an authentic leader with mutual respect in the workplace, with internal and external stakeholders
- Time management: Ability to operate effectively within a changing, fast-paced environment, responsive to changing scenarios and can prioritise tasks and meet tight deadlines
- Communication: Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Problem solving: Driven and dependable work ethic with a commitment to achieving goals, experienced in fault finding and problem solving and report writing
- Computing skills: Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook
Relevantexperience
Railways – Safely delivering revenue services across the Melbourne Metro Network adhering to strict safety policies and procedures. Sound knowledge of Safe Working Procedures
Communication - Accurately communicating and liaising with multiple departments internally and externally, through a variety of mediums and in a safety critical environment
Team Leadership – Experience in planning, rostering, crewing, and executing multi-platform television events reaching audiences across the country
Operational Management – Designing and implementing procedures to improve efficiency and ensuring the faultless broadcast of multiple channels
Attributes
Highly organized and motivated professional drawing on 15 years of experience in fast paced, high pressure, television industry
Excellent communication skills, written and verbal, with 5 years of experience leading a diverse team
Possess proven capabilities in problem solving, risk assessment and prioritising tasks to meet objectives
3 years of experience Train Driving with Metro Trains Melbourne, across multiple lines, driving a variety of train types, adhering to the 1994 Book of Rules and Operating Procedures
Experienced in working as part of a 24/7 rotating shift roster
References
- John Watts, On Air Presentation Manager, Seven Network, 0419 274 008
- Matt Davies, Authorised Officer Team Leader, Metro Trains, 0407 136 848
Hobbies and Interests
Active member of Mount Derrimut Golf and Community Club, both playing and volunteering.
Timeline
Authorised Officer
Metro
01.2022 - Current
Train Driver
Metro
01.2019 - 01.2022
Supervising Presentation Coordinator
Seven Network
01.2013 - 01.2019
Senior Broadcast Coordinator
Seven Network
01.2009 - 01.2013
Broadcast Coordinator
Seven Network
01.2006 - 01.2009