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Graham Sizer

Wellard,WA

Summary

Committed Prison Officer of 9 years, able to contribute to team success displaying integrity, excellent communication and organisational skills, ethical behaviour and attention to detail. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Safety-conscious security team member with excellent communication skills and eye for detail. Physically dexterous to monitor premises through advanced security cameras. Skilled at handling and resolving conflicts professionally. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate

Work History

Special Handling Unit /P.R.T Officer

Department Of Justice
03.2019 - Current
  • Detected potential threats and quickly defused conflicts through verbal de-escalation techniques
  • Oversaw custody and containment of WA's most dangerous and difficult to manage prisoners
  • A member of Casuarinas Primary Response Team obligated to respond to any disturbances within the prison, including cell extractions, wing clearances, day room clearances and general disturbances.
  • Completed week long course with Dept. of Corrections Special Operations Group becoming certified in use of restraints, defence and control tactics and certified in use of Taser X2.
  • Performed duties in accordance with applicable legislation, policies and regulatory guidelines to ensure the good order and security of W.As maximum security prison.
  • Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorised visitors.
  • Recorded facts to prepare reports documenting incidents and activities.
  • Provided testimony in court proceedings.
  • Rendered aid to accident victims and other persons requiring first aid for physical injuries.
  • Conducted High Security escorts to and from hospital, courts and funerals ensuring escort is done in respectful manner and as per relevant legislation

Prison Security Officer

Dept, Of Justice
01.2016 - 01.2019
  • Conducted regular patrols of key areas to spot and control security concerns.
  • Wrote detailed reports on property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons and unusual incidences.
  • Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
  • Acted quickly during emergency situations to reduce opportunity for damage and injury.
  • Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, on bicycle, and by foot.
  • Monitored CCTV cameras and alarm systems for security breaches.
  • Updated shift logs and produced daily reports to document security activities and specific incidents.
  • Wrote detailed reports of all security breaches and investigations.
  • Worked independently and collaboratively to resolve urgent issues to protect lives and property.

Prison Officer/Infirmary

Department Of Justice
09.2013 - 03.2016
  • Assisted Doctors and Nurses in their rounds and monitored them whilst conducting medical checks to ensure their safety and security
  • Managed patients who were domiciled in the prisons Crisis Care Unit(CCU). These patients were at risk of major self-harm and suicide.
  • Made rounds at specified intervals and conducted head counts and roll calls
  • Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records and activity journals
  • Searched building and grounds, living quarters and work areas for contraband
  • Addressed inquiries from general public, other staff, inmates and visitors to resolve concerns
  • Discussed with offenders links between criminal behaviour and anger management problems or drug and alcohol abuse
  • Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals and medical appointments

Construction Manager

Woolworths Group
01.2007 - 09.2013
  • Reduced costs by driving competitive subcontractor bids and effective contract execution
  • Kept sites compliant with OHS/WHS, federal, state and local regulations to prevent unnecessary delays
  • Oversaw entire building turnover process, enhancing communication between all construction management to facilitate smooth completion
  • Digitally archived weekly progress and technical knowledge base photographs of all assigned projects
  • Communicated daily with vendors to keep project fully operational

Store Manager

Woolworths
01.2001 - 01.2007
    • Set, enforced and optimized internal policies to maintain responsiveness to demands
    • Scheduled and led weekly store meetings for all employees to discuss sales promotions and new inventory while providing platform for all to voice concerns
    • Promoted team collaboration, performance and efficiency by fostering healthy environments focused on mutual success
    • Supervised customers at front counter, answering questions and solving complaints and issues
    • Set effective store schedules based on forecasted customer levels, individual employee knowledge and service requirements
    • Managed inventory control, cash control and store opening and closing procedures.

Shop Assistant

Woolworths
03.1996 - 01.2001
  • Addressed customer issues immediately to guarantee swift resolution
  • Supported current production needs by moving items between equipment, conveyors and staging areas
  • Checked incoming orders and organized new stock
  • Completed daily tasks accurately and on-time to support shop needs
  • Used materials handling equipment such as fork-lifts and pallet jacks to smoothly transport heavy pallets of new merchandise
  • Greeted customers entering store and offered assistance with requirements

REFEREES

  • Rob SHORTALL Senior Prison Officer Dept. of Justice. M- 0404 688 486 /W- 9212-3900/ Email-Rob.Shortall@justice.wa.gov.au
  • Michael WALSH Senior Prison Officer 0438 383 590 Email-Michael.Walsh@justice.wa.gov.au

Education

High School Diploma -

Kingsway Christian College
Darch, WA
12.1994

Skills

  • Ethical standards of conduct
  • First aid and CPR certified
  • Non-violent intervention
  • Trained in verbal de-escalation
  • Trained in defensive tactics
  • Customer service

Certification



  • Certificate III in Correctional Practice (Custodial CSC30112)
  • Taser X2 certified

Timeline

Special Handling Unit /P.R.T Officer

Department Of Justice
03.2019 - Current

Prison Security Officer

Dept, Of Justice
01.2016 - 01.2019

Prison Officer/Infirmary

Department Of Justice
09.2013 - 03.2016

Construction Manager

Woolworths Group
01.2007 - 09.2013

Store Manager

Woolworths
01.2001 - 01.2007

Shop Assistant

Woolworths
03.1996 - 01.2001

High School Diploma -

Kingsway Christian College
Graham Sizer