Daryl Waller
LONE PINE KOALA SANCTUARY
Alexandra Hills
1
Certification
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Disability Support Worker
4 Years 7 Months- Provided person-centred support to individuals living with physical, intellectual, psychosocial, and neurological disabilities.
- Assisted clients with community access, promoting independence, inclusion, confidence, and social participation.
- Built positive, respectful relationships through companionship and emotional support.
- Transported clients safely to appointments, shopping centres, recreational activities, education, employment, and social events.
- Planned and supported community outings, including:
- O Companionship and social visits
- O Cafés and restaurants
- O Shopping and errands
- O Medical and allied health appointments
- O Parks, beaches, and nature walks
- O Camping and outdoor adventures
- O Fishing trips
- O BBQs and picnics
- O Movies, bowling, and entertainment venues
- O Sporting events and fitness activities
- O Swimming and hydrotherapy sessions
- O Gym and exercise programs
- O Libraries and community centres
- O Museums, galleries, and cultural events
- O Festivals, markets, and local events
- O Holiday and day-trip support
- O Public transport training
- O Skill-building and independent living activities
- O Volunteer and employment support
- O Church and faith-based activities (where requested)
- Supported clients in achieving individual NDIS goals and maintaining choice and control.
- Completed accurate progress notes, incident reports, and documentation while maintaining confidentiality.
- Worked collaboratively with families, coordinators, allied health professionals, and multidisciplinary teams.
- Maintained a safe environment by following infection control procedures, manual handling techniques, and workplace health and safety guidelines.
Security Supervisor
2 Years 9 Months- - DEVELOP AND IMPLEMENT PROTOCOLS, POLICIES AND PROCEDURES TO PROTECT THE SANCTUARY AND ITS INHABITANTS.
- - MONITOR AND EVALUATE SECURITY SYSTEMS AND TECHNOLOGY, SUCH AS CCTV CAMERAS, ALARMS AND ACCESS CONTROLS.
- - COLLABORATE WITH HOD’S, VETERINARIAN AND WILDLIFE OFFICER TEAMS TO ENSURE THE SAFETY AND WELL BEING OF THE SANCTUARY’S ANIMAL RESIDENTS.
- - RESPOND TO ANIMAL RELATED EMERGENCIES
- - LEAD SECURITY PERSONNEL IN RESPONDING TO INCIDENTS SUCH AS THEFT, VANDALISM, OR DISTURBANCES WITHIN THE SANCTUARY.
- - MAINTAIN COMMUNICATION WITH LOCAL LAW ENFORCEMENT AND EMERGENCY SERVICES FOR RAPID RESPONSE.
- - MAINTAIN ACCURATE RECORDS OF SECURITY AND ANIMAL INCIDENTS AND - SUPERVISE AND MANAGE A TEAM OF SECURITY PERSONNEL FOR SAFEGUARDING THE SANCTUARY’S ASSETS, ANIMALS AND STAFF.
- - TRAIN AND EDUCATE SECURITY TEAM ON SECURITY PROCEDURES, PROTOCOLS AND THE UNIQUE CHALLENGES OF SAFEGUARDING A WILDLIFE SANCTUARY.
Security Officer
1 Year 2 Months- - PROVIDE AN OVERNIGHT PRESENCE AROUND SANCTUARY TO PROTECT COLLECTION OF Animals and company assets.
- - Regular perimeter checks and closing and locking of gates.
- - Checking and securing of all buildings within the sanctuary.
- - Ensuring the safety of all animals by removing any potential threats.
- - Maintaining the operation of the electric fence and reporting any faults.
- - Effectively use the “QR PATROL” app to record your checks.
- - Reporting any unusual activity from either animals or people.
- - Actively aim to prevent damage to property in extreme weather.
Detainee Service Officer
3 Months- - Welfare of the detainees.
- - Ensuring the safety and security of the Detention Centre on behalf of the Australian Government.
- - Transportation of Detainee to Court, Medical or interview appointments.
- - De-escalate aggressive behavior.
- - General first aid.
Storeman
1 Year 2 Months- - Picking/Packing orders
- - Loading/unloading Trucks
- - Finalizing Purchase orders in NETSUITE.
- - Receipting product/Stock into system. NETSUITE.
- - Organizing Freight pickups ONLINE. (TNT, COURIERS PLEASE, TOLL)
- - Local Customer deliveries.
- - Liaising with management
- - Monitoring stock levels
- - General warehouse duties
- - Forklift operation.
Storeman
9 Years 5 Months- - Picking/Packing orders
- - Liaising with Management & Sales Reps
- - Loading/Unloading Trucks
- - Unloading shipping Containers
- - Receipting product/stock from container using AX System.
- - Monitoring stock levels
- - Tinting paint using Fast/Fluid tinting machine.
- - Taking orders over the phone and over the counter
- - Customer Deliveries (Local)
- - Organizing Freight Pickups, using phone/online services
- (Toll Express, Followmont Transport, Border Express, Couriers Please, Northline, Jet Couriers, Quick as a flash, Civic Couriers & Chemcouriers)
- - Stocktaking
- Marine, Yacht & Container Paint Supplier
Packaging/Testing Co-Ordinator
5 Years 9 Months- - Perform Safety tasks to ensure a safe work environment
- - Machine operation
- - Coordination of raw material product and stock levels
- - Minor breakdown repairs
- - Ensure that all operators are trained correctly
- - Monitor output (meeting targets and deadlines)
- - Packaging of finished goods
- - Forklift Driving (loading/unloading containers)
- - Cool room Testing (conducting all necessary quality tests)
- - Data collection and daily/monthly reports (SAP)
- - General housekeeping
- Cable Manufacturer
Production Associate
1 Year- - Operating of the Reelex machine (makes 1000ft coils of copper cable)
- - Forklift driving
- - General house keeping
Production Associate
11 Months- - Operation of a machine that cuts cable into lengths
- - Labeling the lengths of cable
- - General house keeping
Process Worker
1 Year- - Picking and packing of raw goods
- - Heavy lifting
- - General house keeping
Car Detailer
1 Year- - Detailing of the interior and exterior of a car
Skills
Conflict resolution and de-escalation
Risk assessment and hazard identification
Incident reporting and documentation
Security patrols and site surveillance
Emergency response and crisis management
Access control and visitor management
Observation and situational awareness
Communication and interpersonal skills
Teamwork and collaboration
Independent decision-making
Problem-solving under pressure
Physical fitness and resilience
First aid and emergency care
Manual handling techniques
Medication assistance (if applicable)
Personal care and client support
Behaviour support and management
Disability support and community care
Person-centred care
Cultural awareness and sensitivity
Confidentiality and professionalism
Wildlife handling and animal welfare
Safe animal restraint and relocation
Workplace health and safety (WHS)
Time management and organisation
Report writing and record keeping
Customer service
Adaptability and flexibility
Compliance with policies and procedures
Conflict management and negotiation
These skills are suitable for applying to roles in:
Security Officer
Correctional Services
Detention Centre Officer
Disability Support Worker
Community Services
Wildlife Officer or Ranger Assistant
Emergency Response and Safety roles
Transportation assistance
Social skills development
Personal growth support
Client transportation
Recreational activities
Emotional support & companionship
Certification
- Forklift License (15yrs+ Exp)
- Warehousing-Logistics (15yrs+ Exp)
- Certificate II in Security Operations CPP20218
- Qld Security License (Class 1) - Crowd Controller
- - Security Officer (Unarmed)
- - Security Officer (Monitoring)
- RSA Certificate SITHFAB002
- Murcotts level 1 Defensive Driving Program TI110
- First Aid & CPR Training Certificate
Timeline
Security Supervisor
LONE PINE KOALA SANCTUARY
10.2023 - 07.2026Read More
Security Officer
LONE PINE KOALA SANCTUARY
08.2022 - 10.2023Read More
Disability Support Worker
01.2022 - CurrentRead More
Detainee Service Officer
SERCO
10.2021 - 01.2022Read More
Storeman
SITE WARE DIRECT
10.2019 - 12.2020Read More
Storeman
HEMPEL (AUSTRALIA) PTY LTD
02.2009 - 07.2018Read More
Packaging/Testing Co-Ordinator
COMMSCOPE SYSTIMAX SOLUTIONS LTD
03.2003 - 12.2008Read More
Production Associate
MANPOWER (Employment Agency) - CommScope Solutions
03.2002 - 03.2003Read More
Production Associate
MANPOWER (Employment Agency) - AVAYA
02.2001 - 01.2002Read More
Process Worker
REXCO (Employment Agency) - Ingham’s
01.1999 - 01.2000Read More
Car Detailer
HOLDEN
01.1998 - 01.1999Read More