Hi, I’m
Divine Schwenke
Correctional Officer
Melbourne,VIC
Summary
Professional with strong background in maintaining safety and security within facilities. Skilled in crisis management, conflict resolution, and enforcing unit rules & operation instructions. Known for reliability and effective communication, handling high pressure situation ensuring safety for staff & inmates.
Overview
11
years of professional experience
Work History
G4S Security Services
Correctional Officer
03.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Managed high-risk situations with professionalism and composure, ensuring the safety of all involved parties.
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Maintained inmate safety through vigilant monitoring of behavior and swift intervention during conflicts.
- Reduced instances of contraband by thoroughly searching inmates, cells, and common areas.
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
- Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
- Collaborated with fellow officers to maintain a secure environment for staff, visitors, and inmates.
- Prevented escapes by diligently inspecting perimeters, doors, windows, gates, fences, and other access points throughout the prison complex regularly.
- Maintained accurate records of inmate incidents or infractions using electronic databases or written logs as required.
- Tracked inmates through head counts, visitor logs, and scheduled activities.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and policies governing correctional facilities.
Primary Connect
High Reach Forklift Operator
11.2019 - 02.2023
Job overview
- Increased productivity by consistently meeting or exceeding established quotas for daily tasks and assignments.
- Demonstrated flexibility in adapting to changing priorities, assisting coworkers in completing time-sensitive tasks as necessary.
- Enhanced safety measures by conducting regular equipment inspections and maintaining clean work areas.
Masters Freezer Cooling Storage
Cold Storage Forklift Operator
11.2016 - 08.2019
Job overview
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective communication and collaboration with colleagues and supervisors.
- Expedited warehouse operations, utilizing efficient navigation of narrow aisles in the cold storage facility.
- Supported team objectives by assisting with other warehouse tasks when needed, including palletising, wrapping, and labelling orders
- Reduced product damage by regularly inspecting forklift equipment and ensuring proper maintenance.
- Upheld cleanliness standards in the cold-storage area, contributing to a sanitary work environment suitable for perishable items management.
- Improved inventory accuracy with consistent adherence to company policies and procedures for stock handling.
McDonald's
Crew Member
12.2013 - 01.2015
Job overview
- Maintain cleanliness & standards of kitchen.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, handling multiple orders simultaneously without compromising quality or efficiency.
- Communicated well with other staff members & management ensuring food was delivered in a timely manner.
Education
Technical Advanced Training
from Security Operations
10-2018
FutureTech
from Electrotechnology
04-2018
Craigieburn Secondary College
High School Diploma
12-2015
Skills
- First aid training
- Emergency response
- De-escalation techniques
- Conflict resolution skills
- Restraint techniques
- Self-defense tactics
- Weapons training (Baton & gas)
- Problem-solving
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Case work/management
- Report writing
Timeline
Correctional Officer
G4S Security Services
03.2023 - Current
High Reach Forklift Operator
Primary Connect
11.2019 - 02.2023
Cold Storage Forklift Operator
Masters Freezer Cooling Storage
11.2016 - 08.2019
Crew Member
McDonald's
12.2013 - 01.2015
Technical Advanced Training
from Security Operations
FutureTech
from Electrotechnology
Craigieburn Secondary College
High School Diploma
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