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David Calthorpe
Lower Templestowe,Victoria
Summary
I am passionate about continuing my leadership in grass roots and community level competitive sport. With extensive experience in elite sporting organisations in both administration and coaching, my goal is to renew my relationship with business and sport to the benefit of the individuals and organisations that I am invested in. As a passionate, analytical and innovative individual I'm looking to demonstrate my extensive experience within a reputable organisation
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Managing Director
Deck Seal - Melbourne
02.2019 - Current
- Control of all facets of the business focusing on marketing, sales, and operations
- Recruitment and training of staff, industry networking, and liaising with suppliers and clients
- Strengthened client relationships with regular communication, timely project delivery, and high-quality services
- Responsible for implementation and monitoring of all OHS and WHS policies.
- Developed comprehensive business plans, outlining long-term goals and actionable steps toward success
Prison Officer
Melbourne Assessment Prison
02.2017 - 02.2019
- Ensured prison security by conducting regular patrols, searches and security-related activities aligned with organisational and legislative policies and procedures
- Building and maintaining professional relationships with staff and stakeholders
- Being a key contributor to making a positive influence on the prisoners you work with, giving them the best chance of a successful reintegration into society upon release
- Provide and supervise a range of daily activities for constructive engagement
- Providing a safe and secure environment for prisoners, teammates and visitors
- Being sensitive to the needs of people from a diverse array of cultural backgrounds
- Assisted in achieving prisoners personal and professional goals
- Helped prisoners maintain their own legal, family and community connections
Operations Manager
Auto Surplus
03.2012 - 12.2016
- Management of all business, warehousing and logistic functions
- Collaborate with key suppliers to negotiate contracts while maintaining a positive relationship
- Build and maintain positive working relationships with key stakeholders, suppliers and staff
- Empowered employees to take ownership of their responsibilities, leading to increased accountability and improved performance outcomes
- Develop and implement strict Work Health and Safety policies and procedures
Recruiting Officer
Melbourne Football Club
01.2010 - 12.2011
- Attend & assess five games per week in VFL, SANFL, NEAFL and TAC Cup competitions and assess talent
- Attend and contribute reporting information/opinions at scheduled recruiting meetings
- Attend training sessions of TAC Cup clubs to monitor players training habits
- Compile a list of potential draft options, including strengths, weaknesses and testing results
Football Administration Manager
Essendon Football Club
01.2005 - 12.2009
- Budget, operational and performance management ($14 million per annum)
- Management of portfolios including finance, administration, WHS and player welfare
- Preparation and delivery of weekly reports to the General Manager – Football Operations
- Management and servicing of the club’s Adidas Sponsorship
- Coordination and management of player appearances, while mentoring and developing players
- First contact for welfare for players and staff, referring to appropriate agencies where required
Operations Manager / Senior Assistant and Reserves
Werribee Football Club
01.2002 - 12.2004
Education
High School Diploma -
St Bernards College
Melbourne, VIC12-1991
Certificate - Sports Administration
Western Metro College of TAFE
Melbourne, VIC12-1993
Diploma - Managment
Swinburne University
Melbourne, VIC12-2009
No Degree - Leadership Development Program (DISC) – Integro
Alan Veale Associates
Melbourne, VIC12-2008
Skills
- Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Proven leadership abilities specific to community-based organisations
- Excellent research and analytical skills
- Empathetic and respectful of all people and situations
- Ability to work autonomously or within a group
Accomplishments
AFL Playing Career
- North Melbourne Kangaroos | AFL Player 2000 – 2001
- Brisbane Lions Football Club | AFL Player 1999
- Essendon Football Club | AFL Player 1990- 1998
Community Football Experience
- St Kevin’s Old Boys Football Club (VAFA) Development Coach 2018
- St Kevin’s Old Boys Football Club (VAFA) Senior Assistant Coach to Shannon Grant. Premiers 2017
- Greenvale Football Club (EDFL) Senior Assistant Coach (midfield) to Shannon Grant 2016
- East Burwood Football Club – Senior Coach 2015
- Diamond Creek Football Club (NFL) – Senior Coach 2013-2014
- Old Essendon Grammar (VAFA) – Game Development and Skills Coach 2011
- Essendon Football Club (AFL) – Development Coach 2007
- Old Essendon Grammarians Football Club (VAFA) – Senior Coach 2005
- Northern Territory Thunder (U/18 National Championships) – Assistant Coach to Darren Bewick 2004
- Werribee Football Club (VFL) – Reserves Coach & Senior Assistant Coach (midfield) 2003-2004
- Western Jets Football Club (TAC Cup) – Assistant Coach to Merv Keane 2002
Key Achievements in the sporting industry
- Managed the Essendon FC/Adidas partnership (chief apparel sponsor), valued in excess of $200,000 pa
- Successfully managed the logistical organisation of the football department
- Lead the establishment of effective relationships between stakeholders
- Established an outstanding network of sporting administrators/service providers
- Selected for and participated in an Action Learning Program for high achievers at Essendon
- Football Club Currently completing my Supervised Workplace Traineeship
Technical Skills
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
Interests
Timeline
Managing Director
Deck Seal - Melbourne
02.2019 - Current
Prison Officer
Melbourne Assessment Prison
02.2017 - 02.2019
Operations Manager
Auto Surplus
03.2012 - 12.2016
Recruiting Officer
Melbourne Football Club
01.2010 - 12.2011
Football Administration Manager
Essendon Football Club
01.2005 - 12.2009
Operations Manager / Senior Assistant and Reserves
Werribee Football Club
01.2002 - 12.2004
High School Diploma -
St Bernards College
Certificate - Sports Administration
Western Metro College of TAFE
Diploma - Managment
Swinburne University
No Degree - Leadership Development Program (DISC) – Integro
Alan Veale Associates
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