- I participate in low-impact exercises to strengthen core muscles
- I participate in various sports activities for physical activity, camaraderie, and personal growth
- Outdoor Recreation
- Woodworking
- I like working with my hands and fixing things
- Reading
- Personal Development and Self-Improvement
GEOFFREY ROBINSON
MITCHAM,Australia
Summary
Results-oriented achiever with proven ability to exceed targets and drive success in fast-paced environments. Combines strategic thinking with hands-on experience to deliver impactful solutions and enhance organizational performance.
Experienced professional prepared for leadership role. Proven track record in strategic planning, project management, and operational efficiency. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Dependable, adaptable, and skilled in communication, problem-solving, and decision-making.
Experienced with strategic planning, executive support, and operational management. Utilizes strong organizational skills to ensure efficiency and alignment with business objectives. Track record of fostering collaborative environments and achieving high-impact results.
Results-driven professional, prepared to bring extensive experience in managing executive operations and driving strategic initiatives. Focused on fostering collaborative environment and ensuring alignment with organizational goals. Reliable in adapting to dynamic needs and skilled in project management and communication.
Overview
46
46
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Discharge
Australian Defence Force - RAAF
03.2022 - 06.2025
- Compulsory Age Retirement after 42 years service
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Chief of Staff
Commander Joint Health/Surgeon General
01.2012
Staff Officer Operations – Headquarters Health Services Wing
RAAF Amberley
01.2004
Staff Officer Head Strategic Command
Russell Offices
01.1998
RAAF Command and Staff Course
RAAF Fairbairn
01.1997
- (student)
Command Nursing Officer – Training Command
RAAF Pt Cook
01.1996
Senior Nursing Officer, Base Medical Flight
RAAF East Sale
01.1989
OIC Perioperative Services 3 Hospital
RAAF Richmond
01.1986
Nursing Officer 4 Hospital
RAAF Butterworth
01.1985
OIC Perioperative Services 4 Hospital
RAAF Butterworth
01.1985
Nursing Officer 3 Hospital
RAAF Richmond
01.1982
Appointed Nursing Officer
RAAF
05.1981
Chief of Staff
Director General Health Reserves
01.2018 - 01.2021
Transfer to Specialist Health Reserve – Project Officer
Headquarters Health Services Wing
01.2015 - 01.2017
Officer Commanding
RAAF Health Services Wing Combat Support Group
01.2013 - 06.2015
- Mentored junior staff members, helping them develop their skills and advance in their careers.
- Established effective relationships with key stakeholders both internally and externally for increased collaboration opportunities.
- Improved department efficiency by streamlining and implementing policies and processes.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to address complex issues, leading to more efficient problem-solving processes.
- Implemented process improvements that streamlined workflows, reducing redundancies and increasing operational efficiency.
- Delivered high-quality training programs, enhancing employee skill sets and contributing to professional development efforts.
- Utilized data-driven decision-making techniques to inform strategic planning processes and measure progress towards goals.
- Improved team morale and performance with consistent feedback and recognition of achievements.
- Coordinated with multiple agencies to streamline operations, enhancing overall response times during emergencies.
- Managed departmental budgets effectively, ensuring optimal allocation of resources for necessary equipment and training.
- Facilitated collaboration between departments, improving efficiency and effectiveness in handling cross-jurisdictional cases.
- Mentored junior officers, providing guidance and support to foster professional development and career progression.
- Developed and implemented strategic plans to address community concerns, fostering stronger relationships between force and public.
- Implemented feedback system from community, using insights to guide policing strategies and improve public relations.
- Established protocols for handling sensitive information, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with legal standards.
- Conducted thorough investigations into complex cases, leading to successful resolution of numerous high-profile incidents.
- Educated staff on organizational mission and goals to help employees achieve success.
- Conducted regular reviews of operations and identified areas for improvement.
- Maintained overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.
- Helped meet changing demands by recommending improvements to business systems or procedures.
- Optimized customer experience by delivering superior services and effectively troubleshooting issues.
- Evaluated staff performance and provided coaching to address inefficiencies.
Chief of Staff
Centre for Military and Veterans Health University Queensland
01.2010 - 01.2012
OPERATION CATALYST – Senior Rebasing Project Officer
UAE/KUWAIT/AFGANISTAN
01.2009 - 01.2010
- Kept senior management well-informed by preparing and presenting project status reports.
- Developed and deepened relationships with key stakeholders.
- Facilitated successful project outcomes by maintaining open lines of communication among team members, stakeholders, and senior management.
- Developed and monitored project schedules, budgets and objectives for successful completion.
- Partnered with project team members to identify and quickly address problems.
- Kept stakeholders informed of progress through regular status updates clearly communicating any changes to project scope, timeline or budget.
Director Personnel (J01)
Headquarters Joint Operations Command
01.2007 - 01.2010
Promoted Group Captain
Director Health Capability
01.2005 - 01.2007
- Demonstrated exceptional decision-making abilities during high-pressure situations, maintaining a calm demeanor and focusing on passenger safety.
- Served as a reliable and dependable team member, consistently completing assigned tasks and supporting fellow crew members as needed.
Director ADF Nursing Services
Defence Health Services
01.2005 - 01.2007
Commanding Officer No 3 Combat Support Hospital
RAAF Richmond
01.2001 - 01.2003
Promoted Wing Commander - Staff Officer Head
Collins Submarine Remediation Program
01.1999 - 01.2001
OIC Health Services Training Flight
RAAF Laverton
01.1993 - 01.1995
Promoted Squadron Leader - Deputy Nursing Administrator No 6 Hospital
RAAF Laverton
01.1990 - 01.1992
OPERATION IRAQI FREEDOM – Perioperative Services
USNS COMFORT
01.1990 - 01.1991
Nurse Unit Manager
Ballarat Base Hospital
01.1979 - 01.1981
Senior Coordinator EMST/CCrISP
Royal Australasian College of Surgeons
11.1991 - Current
- Built strong relationships with stakeholders through effective communication, leading to increased trust and collaboration.
- Enhanced team productivity by conducting regular performance reviews and providing constructive feedback.
- Collaborated closely with executive leadership to develop strategic plans that aligned with the organization''s goals and objectives.
- Developed comprehensive training programs for new employees, resulting in quicker onboarding times and improved overall performance.
- Established key performance indicators for departmental goals, enabling more accurate tracking of progress towards objectives and facilitating data-driven decision-making processes.
- Gathered and organized materials to support operations.
- Resolved issues through active listening and open-ended questioning, escalating major problems to manager.
- Organized spaces, materials and catering support for internal and client-focused meetings.
- Organized meetings for executives and coordinated availability of conference rooms for participants.
- Interceded between employees during arguments and diffused tense situations.
- Kept high average of performance evaluations.
Operation Enduring Freedom
Australian Defence Force - Air Force
03.2023 - 10.2023
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Joint Health Operations Officer
Education
Matriculation -
Ballarat High School
01.1973
Advanced Certificate in Vocational Training Systems - undefined
RAAF
Grad Dip Mgt Studies - undefined
RAAF Staff College
01.1997
BSci - Nursing
Monash University
01.1992
Graduate Staff Nurse - undefined
Ballarat Base Hospital
01.1979
Certificate of Perioperative Services - undefined
Royal Children’s Hospital
01.1978
Registered Nursing Training - undefined
Royal Children’s Hospital
01.1977
Skills
- Positive interpersonal skills
- Effective team collaboration
- Service excellence
- Effective problem resolution
Certification
AHPRA – Nursing/Midwifery Board (Reg: NWM0001621559)
Hobbies and Interests
Fine Woodworking, Scuba Diving, Hiking, Reading, Period Ship Modelling
Affiliations
- Member Australian College of Nursing
- Assoc Fellow Australasian College of Health Service Management
- Australasian Military Medical Association
- RCH League of Former Trainees (LOFT)
- RAAF Association – VIC Member
- ACN Military Nursing COI
- Legatee – Legacy Victoria
- Member – Defence Reserves Association
- Member – Military History and Heritage Victoria Inc
Current positions
- President/Immediate Past President – Australasian Military Medical Association 2018-Present
- Senior Coordinator: Early Management Severe Trauma (EMST Training – Royal Australasian College of Surgeons VIC 1991 – Present
- Coordinator: Care of the Critically Ill Patient (CCrISP) – Royal Australasian College of Surgeons VIC 2023 – Present
- Committee Member – RCH League of Former Trainees (LOFT)
Interests
Timeline
Operation Enduring Freedom
Australian Defence Force - Air Force
03.2023 - 10.2023
Discharge
Australian Defence Force - RAAF
03.2022 - 06.2025
Chief of Staff
Director General Health Reserves
01.2018 - 01.2021
Transfer to Specialist Health Reserve – Project Officer
Headquarters Health Services Wing
01.2015 - 01.2017
Officer Commanding
RAAF Health Services Wing Combat Support Group
01.2013 - 06.2015
Chief of Staff
Commander Joint Health/Surgeon General
01.2012
Chief of Staff
Centre for Military and Veterans Health University Queensland
01.2010 - 01.2012
OPERATION CATALYST – Senior Rebasing Project Officer
UAE/KUWAIT/AFGANISTAN
01.2009 - 01.2010
Director Personnel (J01)
Headquarters Joint Operations Command
01.2007 - 01.2010
Promoted Group Captain
Director Health Capability
01.2005 - 01.2007
Director ADF Nursing Services
Defence Health Services
01.2005 - 01.2007
Staff Officer Operations – Headquarters Health Services Wing
RAAF Amberley
01.2004
Commanding Officer No 3 Combat Support Hospital
RAAF Richmond
01.2001 - 01.2003
Promoted Wing Commander - Staff Officer Head
Collins Submarine Remediation Program
01.1999 - 01.2001
Staff Officer Head Strategic Command
Russell Offices
01.1998
RAAF Command and Staff Course
RAAF Fairbairn
01.1997
Command Nursing Officer – Training Command
RAAF Pt Cook
01.1996
OIC Health Services Training Flight
RAAF Laverton
01.1993 - 01.1995
Senior Coordinator EMST/CCrISP
Royal Australasian College of Surgeons
11.1991 - Current
Promoted Squadron Leader - Deputy Nursing Administrator No 6 Hospital
RAAF Laverton
01.1990 - 01.1992
OPERATION IRAQI FREEDOM – Perioperative Services
USNS COMFORT
01.1990 - 01.1991
Senior Nursing Officer, Base Medical Flight
RAAF East Sale
01.1989
OIC Perioperative Services 3 Hospital
RAAF Richmond
01.1986
Nursing Officer 4 Hospital
RAAF Butterworth
01.1985
OIC Perioperative Services 4 Hospital
RAAF Butterworth
01.1985
Nursing Officer 3 Hospital
RAAF Richmond
01.1982
Appointed Nursing Officer
RAAF
05.1981
Nurse Unit Manager
Ballarat Base Hospital
01.1979 - 01.1981
Advanced Certificate in Vocational Training Systems - undefined
RAAF
Grad Dip Mgt Studies - undefined
RAAF Staff College
BSci - Nursing
Monash University
Graduate Staff Nurse - undefined
Ballarat Base Hospital
Certificate of Perioperative Services - undefined
Royal Children’s Hospital
Registered Nursing Training - undefined
Royal Children’s Hospital
Matriculation -
Ballarat High School
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