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James Kearney

Griffin,QLD

Summary

I am a committed professional with 17 years of varied work experience, commencing with a Certificate III in Children’s Services and a seven-year career in childcare. My enthusiasm for fostering children's development propelled me into roles within this sector. In pursuit of a career transition, I joined the Australian Defence Force as an Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Operator, where I served for six years. Following this, my career trajectory led me to youth detention services, and subsequently to positions at Jetmasters and Radlink Communications, where I held the roles of storeperson and electrical trade assistant.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Electrical Trade Assistant

Radlink Communications
10.2023 - 08.2024
  • Handled installation of electrical components by splicing, joining, and connecting wire.
  • Pulled EMT and PVC conduit wire according to plans and code requirements.
  • Repaired light fixtures, controls, switches, relays, and circuit breaker panels based on detailed evaluations.
  • Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards and defects.
  • Worked under supervision of lead electricians to learn trade and develop electrical knowledge.
  • Followed all safety procedures and guidelines to promote safety while working on electrical systems.
  • Assisted electrician in basic tasks such as handling tools and completing maintenance work orders.
  • Stocktake and order electrical equipment for upcoming and current projects.
  • Liaise with suppliers to order and stock items and equipment for upcoming projects and jobs.
  • Dismantled and reassembled electrical components as needed.
  • Installation and running of date and copper cables in accordance with lead electricians instructions.
  • Basic metal work.


Store Person

Radlink Communications
06.2022 - 10.2023
  • Restocked shelves and helped customers locate desired items.
  • Picked stock according to order sheets and prepared for transport.
  • Received and checked incoming goods for damage and discrepancies with paperwork.
  • Updated computer tracking software using scanners and manual entry methods.
  • Operated equipment such as hand trucks, pallet jacks and forklifts on daily basis.
  • Promoted team collaboration, performance, and efficiency by fostering healthy environments focused on mutual success.
  • Maintained proper product levels and inventory controls for merchandise and organized backroom to facilitate effective ordering and stock rotation.
  • Set effective store schedules based on forecasted customer levels, individual employee knowledge, and service requirements.
  • Managed inventory control and store opening and closing procedures.
  • Upheld and communicated store programs and standards to employees for optimal quality, freshness, safety and cleanliness.

Storperson

Jetmasters
03.2022 - 06.2022
  • Restocked shelves and helped customers locate desired items.
  • Picked stock according to order sheets and prepared for transport.
  • Operated equipment such as hand trucks, pallet jacks and forklifts on daily basis.
  • Received and checked incoming goods for damage and discrepancies with paperwork.

Youth Detention Worker

Queensland Government
11.2021 - 03.2022
  • In the Department of Children, Youth Justice and Multicultural Affairs I have had the opportunity to work together with people, partners and across places to enable young Queenslanders, especially the most vulnerable, to have positive life choices and opportunities
  • I have helped achieve this vision by developing and delivering initiatives, programs and interventions to increase community safety and reduce rates of youth offending, improve wellbeing of children and young people in and transitioning from youth justice, and reduce the disproportionate representation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people in the youth justice system
  • Youth Justice is committed to building an inclusive organisational culture that respects and promotes human rights and diversity
  • I currently work with staff from across the department to resolve complex issues and change life trajectories
  • As a Detention Youth Worker, I am responsible for making sure young people are kept safe and well while they are in detention
  • This includes encouraging young people to make good decisions, using Detention Centre Operational Information System (DCOIS) for data management and reporting, delivering activities that are sensitive to gender, cultural beliefs and health needs, checking on young people regularly through the day and night to ensure safety, and engaging young people in constructive activities.

Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) Operator, Aircraft Captain

Australian Defence Force, Army
10.2015 - 11.2021
  • As a UAV Operator, I have been trained in the theory of flight, how to read and understand meteorological data, flight of in-service unmanned aerial vehicle, liaising with air traffic control to maintain safe flying conditions with other air vehicles, and gathering vital information to enable tactical decision making in an efficient manner
  • As an Aircraft Captain, my duties include ensuring safety of flight, flying with junior flyers, keeping up to date with updated policies and procedures, providing lessons in a classroom, maintaining effective communication with the team, and situational awareness and critical decision making in flight within complex environments.

Educator

Good Start Early Learning
02.2008 - 10.2015
  • As an Assistant Educator and a Lead Educator at Good Start Early Learning, my role was to create an environment for the children that was supportive for them to learn and grow
  • As a Lead Educator, I created an educational program based on the Early Years Learning Framework, promoting positive learning and meeting high standards
  • Skills gained include creating an inclusive environment, leading by example, promoting professional standards, working within a team environment, and treating people as individuals.

Education

Certificate - CPR And First Aid

Australia Wide First Aide
Virginia, QLD
07.2024

High Risk Work License - Dogging Ticket

Site Skills Training
North Lakes, QLD
03.2023

High Risk Work License - Forklift Ticket

FMS Training
Lawton
05.2022

Army Driver Instructor -

Australian Army
01.2018

Aircraft Captain -

Australian Army
01.2018

Junior Leaders Course -

Australian Army
01.2018

Certificate II in Military Skills -

Australian Army
01.2016

Unmanned Aerial System Operator -

Australian Army
01.2016

Certificate III in Children’s Services -

Clontarf Beach State High School
Clontarf, QLD
01.2008

Year 12 Certificate -

Clontarf Beach State High School
Clontarf, QLD
01.2007

Skills

  • Forklift Operation
  • First Aid Certified
  • CPR training
  • Electrical experience
  • Data Management
  • Quality control checking

References

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Timeline

Electrical Trade Assistant

Radlink Communications
10.2023 - 08.2024

Store Person

Radlink Communications
06.2022 - 10.2023

Storperson

Jetmasters
03.2022 - 06.2022

Youth Detention Worker

Queensland Government
11.2021 - 03.2022

Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) Operator, Aircraft Captain

Australian Defence Force, Army
10.2015 - 11.2021

Educator

Good Start Early Learning
02.2008 - 10.2015

Certificate - CPR And First Aid

Australia Wide First Aide

High Risk Work License - Dogging Ticket

Site Skills Training

High Risk Work License - Forklift Ticket

FMS Training

Army Driver Instructor -

Australian Army

Aircraft Captain -

Australian Army

Junior Leaders Course -

Australian Army

Certificate II in Military Skills -

Australian Army

Unmanned Aerial System Operator -

Australian Army

Certificate III in Children’s Services -

Clontarf Beach State High School

Year 12 Certificate -

Clontarf Beach State High School

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