Gregory McDougall
Detective
Baldivis,WA
Summary
Skilled at reviewing reports, overseeing investigations and preparing cases for court. Knowledgeable about resolving staffing issues, training junior detectives and improving team performance with hands-on coaching and assessments.
Effective at writing reports and affidavits, interviewing witnesses and gaining informants by applying persuasive communication skills and understanding of the law. Proven investigator with a self-motivated and flexible style.
Ethical Detective committed to protecting public and uncovering case details through diligent investigation. Analytical and intelligent with belief in fair administration of justice. Proficient in modern collections and forensic techniques, processes and approaches.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Detective Sergeant
WA Police
06.2007 - Current
- Reviewed detective case reports for accuracy, integrity, and completeness.
- Supervised 10 Detectives and oversaw their workload and provided guidance and support.
- Oversaw criminal cases, coordinated investigations, and prepared evidence and investigators for court cases.
- Guided, mentored, and supervised subordinates to improve job performance and case clearing rates.
- Trained team members on agency processes, court procedures and investigation strategies.
- Wrote detailed reports outlining case findings for internal files and legal purposes.
- Gathered facts from interviews of suspects, witnesses, and complainants.
- Obtained and served search warrants related to ongoing cases.
- Investigated complaints brought by members of community by conducting interviews and compiling evidence.
- Participated in court hearings to provide written reports, evidence and verbal testimonies.
- Kept meticulous and detailed records of each case to avoid causing any problems with prosecution.
- Preserved evidence for court hearings and checked integrity of individual pieces.
- Followed constitutional standards to properly obtain and execute warrants for arrests and searches.
- Initiated and concluded investigations of Organised Crime Syndicates.
- Conducted multi-scope research into suspects to determine criminal activities and suspect operating environments.
- Identified witnesses and collected statements to gather information and pursue remedies for violations of legal standards.
- Documented drug transactions to gather evidence and complete undercover investigations.
- Obtained and verified evidence by interviewing, observing and conducting surveillance of suspects and records.
- Compiled Surveillance Devices Act (SDA) Affidavits which are signed by a Supreme Court judge and arranged for installation of covert cameras and recording devices in compliance with legal statutes and WA Police policies.
- Appeared in court and testified under oath in criminal cases.
- Delivered calm, professional testimony to support case evidence, establish timelines, and offer law enforcement expertise.
- Sent specimens to labs and ran fingerprints through databases to identify individuals of interest.
- Prepared sketches and diagrams detailing primary and secondary crime scenes.
- Investigating officer who oversaw and managed controlled undercover operations to uncover criminal activities and gather evidence for cases.
Day Operator - Casual
Coogee Chemicals
12.2022 - 04.2023
- Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
- Safely load 1000kg bulk bags with Alcoa product in bagging shed and stored in appropriate storage.
- Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
- Ensure evaporating pond is at appropriate levels and pneumatic pump and piping is in good working order.
- Maintained knowledge of industry policies and procedures to set up and operate equipment safely.
- Performed inspections and routine maintenance on equipment.
- Set up the Aluminium Sulphate for pouring into metal trays.
- Utilise the front end loader and load hopper with Aluminium Sulphate.
- Assisted with bagging 1000kg bulk bags and 20kg bulk bags of Aluminium Sulphate and 20kg bags for commercial use.
- Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Removed orders from storage, wrapped, and staged for loading onto trucks.
- Coordinated with other fork lift drivers and production personnel to process orders efficiently.
- Inspected equipment for defects and performed repairs or maintenance tasks.
- Assessed equipment for damage, wear, battery life, and fluid levels.
- Operated transport vehicles and auxiliary equipment to move materials safely to and from target areas.
- Adjusted machinery and notified supervisors of malfunctions.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
Truck Driver
Coogee Chemicals
03.2003 - 06.2007
- Obtained Dangerous Goods License and ensured compliance with Fatigue management.
- Ensured all licenses and site inductions are current.
- Ensured all PPE was worn during unloading of tankers on customer sites and report any defect pipe work or non-compliance bund areas.
- Ensured all Material Safety Data Sheets were current.
- Safely transport Acids and Alkalis ensuring all transporting equipment was separate for each product.
- Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
- Ensured all safety showers are in operational condition and have knowledge of emergency / safety procedures.
- Transported liquid cyanide to several mining sites in Western Australia including Mt Magnet Gold Mine, Nifty Gold Mine and Jundee Gold Mine.
- Transported pocket road trains of Liquid Xanthates to Mount Keith and Leinster BHP Nickel mines.
- Transported triple road trains of Sodium Hydrosulfide (NaSH) and Sodium Hydroxide to Magellan Metals Mine Site.
- Transported Alkalis and Acids to customers within Perth Metropolitan area and different mine sites throughout Western Australia.
- Report any damaged hoses or equipment and "Tag out" any defected equipment.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Maximized load safety by balancing, securing, and weighing products.
- Maintained daily, legible Department Of Transport log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to workshop / transport manager for corrective action.
- Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.
- Loaded and unloaded products at warehouses and customer locations using on site pumps and tanker pumps.
- Complied with Road Traffic Act 1974, fatigue management as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
- Inspected load security and checked for damages.
- Fastened chains, straps, covers, and binders to secure load during transit.
Education
Advanced Diploma - Public Safety (Police Investigations)
North Metropolitan TAFE - McLarty Avenue Campus
Joondalup, WA04.2015
Diploma - Public Safety (Policing)
North Metropolitan TAFE - McLarty Avenue Campus
Joondalup, WA10.2008
Skills
- Developing Educational Materials for drivers and employees
- Compliance with Dangerous Goods Safety Act 2004 and Road Traffic Act 1974
- Team Leadership skills and liaising with stakeholders
- Negotiating conflict
- Incident Investigation and report writing
- Financial knowledge and costings
- Management of Emergency Response
- Information Documentation
- Safety Violations
- Knowledge of Beacon software used to report incidents or near misses
- Maintain Records
Accomplishments
- 7 April 2015 - Detective i5
- 30 November 2021 - Commissioners Commendation for Meritorious Service - Taskforce Rodia - Disappearance and recovery of 9yo Cleo SMITH in Carnarvon.
- 3 June 2022 - National Police Service Medal
Certification
- Advanced Diploma in Public Safety (Police Investigations)
- Certified Drug Expert
- Certificate 3 in Policing
- Negative Vetting 1 clearance
- Incident Management Training Level 1
- Frontline Investigation skills
- Fatigue Management
- Manual Handling
- OIC/Manager OSH Fundamentals
- Unlawful Discrimination, Harassment and workplace bullying
- Forklift operator
- Fire extinguisher awareness
- MC WAMDL
Timeline
Day Operator - Casual
Coogee Chemicals
12.2022 - 04.2023
Detective Sergeant
WA Police
06.2007 - Current
Truck Driver
Coogee Chemicals
03.2003 - 06.2007
Advanced Diploma - Public Safety (Police Investigations)
North Metropolitan TAFE - McLarty Avenue Campus
Diploma - Public Safety (Policing)
North Metropolitan TAFE - McLarty Avenue Campus
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