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Christopher McKelvie

Thurgoona,NSW

Summary

Accomplished Senior Constable and Acting Highway Patrol Sergeant with over two decades of experience within the field of Law Enforcement, demonstrating exceptional leadership in managing 40 staff across multiple locations. Skilled in emergency management situations, significantly reducing road trauma through data-driven enforcement. Expertise in conflict resolution internally as well as with members of the public. Experienced in both military / civilian law enforcement environments, showcasing effective communication and decision-making abilities.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Highway Patrol Operative

NSW Police Force
08.2012 - Current
  • Senior Constable with 11 years experience within the NSW Police Force.
  • Current Acting Highway Patrol Sergeant role of 40 Highway Staff across 3 different locations.
  • Developed and maintained positive relationships within the work place, including conflict resolution with positive outcomes.
  • Provided critical incident command during emergency management situations across multi-agencies to ensure public safety and patient care.
  • Evaluation / verification of Police Reports / Court Notices of all Highway Patrol staff prior to submission to court.
  • Review of all Criminal / Coronial Brief of Evidences for Highway Patrol staff.
  • Regular auditing of In Car Video / Body Worn video of Highway Patrol staff ensuring adherence with NSWPF Policies and NSW Legislation.
  • Directed traffic enforcement taskings for staff based on statistical data, significantly reducing number of road accidents in high-risk areas.
  • Specialised Motorcycle Officer qualified in Ministerial escort duties.
  • Proven to work independently as well as part of a team.

Naval Police

Royal Australian Navy
09.2003 - 08.2012
  • Maintained strict adherence to military laws and traditions of both the Royal Australian Navy and Australian Defence Force
  • Served in Operations overseas within a maritime environment
  • Responded quickly to emergencies on Defence establishments to ensure safety to Military personnel and civilian staff on bases around Australia.
  • Mentored junior Naval Police Officers providing guidance on Military Police Investigations.

Education

Associate Degree in Police Practices - Policing

Charles Sturt University
Goulburn, NSW
05-2014

Skills

  • Relationship building and management
  • Resourceful
  • Multi-tasking Abilities
  • Effective Communication
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Report Writing
  • Emergency Management
  • Case Management
  • Decision-Making

Certification

  • Diploma of Public Safety (Policing)
  • Certificate IV - Business (Frontline Management)
  • Certificate IV - Government (Fraud Control)
  • Certificate IV - Public Safety (Defence Policing)
  • Certificate III - Government
  • Certificate III - Maritime Operations
  • Certificate III - Public Safety (Boatswains Mate)
  • Cyber Security Awareness Course
  • Privacy & Data Breach Management Course
  • Victim Support Certificate
  • Mental Health Course Certificate
  • Psychological First-Aid Course
  • Basic Digital Photography Course

Timeline

Highway Patrol Operative

NSW Police Force
08.2012 - Current

Naval Police

Royal Australian Navy
09.2003 - 08.2012

Associate Degree in Police Practices - Policing

Charles Sturt University
Christopher McKelvie