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John Callaghan

Perth,WA

Summary

To serve with integrity, courage, and compassion in the fight against human trafficking—utilising my emergency response, rescue, and tactical experience to protect the vulnerable and support field operations. I am driven by a deep sense of duty to stand for those who cannot defend themselves, and I seek to contribute meaningfully to Destiny Rescue’s mission through hands-on involvement, resilience under pressure, and a warrior’s heart grounded in purpose.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Emergency Services Officer

Paull Warner Resources
Goldfields, WA
04.2022 - Current
  • Deliver medical care and trauma support during incidents, from initial response to patient handover in remote areas.
  • Respond to structural/ bushfire, personnel rescue emergencies with precision under pressure, prioritising the safety of our team and casualties.
  • Maintaining operational readiness in order to respond to all forms of on-site emergencies ranging from medical and fire & rescue
  • Assessed critical incidents in real time to prioritise team actions, manage chaos, and direct resources effectively.
  • Coordinated with external medical teams, doctors, and rescue personnel to execute rapid response and evacuation plans.
  • Led scenario-based training and drills for emergency teams, ensuring tactical preparedness and compliance with safety protocols.
  • Develop emergency response plans for various disciplines, for sufficient or insufficient ERT member numbers
  • Utilise specialised rescue tools and extraction techniques to remove individuals from life-threatening environments.
  • Provide clear, calm communication under pressure—both in-field and during incident responses
  • Documenting patient care reports electronically or handwritten
  • Assessed emergency situations and prioritised medical care for patients.
  • Monitoring patients vital signs & trends from scene to hospital transfer while conducting in-transit care.
  • Organised key training sessions for emergency response team.
  • Evacuation of personnel due to emergency alarms
  • Advised and educated patients regarding treatment and effective illness prevention methods.

Covid Marshall

Paull Warner Resources
Karratha, WA
02.2022 - 04.2022
  • Administered required COVID-19 rapid tests and collected specimens using proper swabbing technique.
  • Followed in-process quality control procedures and performed accurate data entry of patient information
  • Maintained cleanliness of testing booth and testing materials to comply with policies and procedures
  • Explained reason for testing and process involved to each client.
  • Set up screening stations to take temperatures and check individuals for COVID-19 symptoms.
  • Sanitised work area and sterilised equipment and instruments to comply with protocols.

Patient Transport Officer

Medic One
Perth
09.2021 - 11.2021
  • Assisted patients during ambulation and moved from one place to another by using mechanical aids.
  • Used mobility devices to transport patients.
  • Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to identify changes from prior measurements.
  • Restocked unit frequently with necessary medical supplies.
  • Transported patients to other areas of hospital in wheelchairs and gurneys for tests, treatments and therapies.
  • Kept instruments and equipment clean and sanitised.
  • Assisted with patient admissions, discharges and transfers.
  • Notified senior staff of patient emergencies to optimise outcomes.

Delivery Courier

Direct Freight Express
Perth
01.2013 - 07.2019
  • Conducted regular inspections of facilities to check compliance with fire, hazard and safety guidelines.
  • Held Health and safety meetings which led to marked improvements in safety culture across personnel groups.
  • Communicated effectively with dispatch regarding delivery progress and route detours.
  • Answered customer questions regarding products and resolved issues with order accuracy and quality.
  • Inspected and monitored delivery vehicle and performed basic maintenance.
  • Maintained accurate inventory of products carried using PDA (personal digital assistant).
  • Coordinated parcel delivery using strong time management skills.
  • Quickly responded to customer inquiries to improve business relationships.
  • Loaded vehicles, balanced loads and secured items against loss or damage during transportation.
  • Maintained adherence to stringent delivery deadlines.
  • Documented items transported, recipient information and problems.
  • Performed routine air and fluid checks and refueling for vehicles.
  • Used GPS navigation to plan routes and rerouted for unexpected delays.

Professional Athlete

Champions Gym
Perth
  • Competed professionally in Muay Thai, combining peak physical conditioning with deep mental discipline and spiritual understanding.
  • Trained and competed in Thailand and interstate under traditional systems that emphasise balance, control, and respect for the art and opponent.
  • Embraced the spiritual philosophy of Muay Thai, viewing combat as a path of self-mastery, humility, and protection not aggression.
  • Fought with intention and heart—honoring the legacy of the art while pushing personal limits.
  • Applied warrior discipline to all areas of life, including teamwork, resilience under pressure, and leadership by example.
  • Studied competitors to understand different strategies and gain important advantages by learning their strengths & weaknesses, nullifying their strengths and exploiting their weakness inside the ring.
  • Developed an understanding of the art of war, using strategy, timing, deception, and psychology to break opponents without ego.

Education

Paramedical Science Diploma -

Medic One
09.2021

Emergency Response & Rescue -

SETS
Balcatta Perth
11.2021

IV Fluids & Cannulation -

Medic One
Kewdale
09-2021

BG4 Search & Rescue -

Riklan
Kalgoorlie, WA
01-2025

Vertical Rescue & Confined Space Rescue -

SETS
Balcatta, WA
09-2021

IV Fluids & Cannulation -

SDS
Balcatta
06-2024

Heavy Rigid License -

Keen Bros
Maddington
12-2023

Cert III Driving Operations -

Into Training
04.2016

Collect Specimens For Drugs of Abuse Testing -

Progressive Diagnostics
10.2021

Venomous Snake Handling & Relocation -

Animal Ark
Mahogany Creek, WA
02-2025

Western Australian Certificate of Education -

Sevenoaks Senior College
12.2007

Skills

  • Advanced Medical Emergency Care: ALS (Defibrillation and resuscitation), IV cannulation & Medication Administration, trauma stabilisation in critical environments
  • Technical Rescue Operations: Vertical (rope access), confined space, road crash, and BG4 search & rescue
  • Fire & Hazard Response: HAZMAT, fire team operations, and CCBA deployment (closed circuit breathing apparatus)
  • Heavy Vehicle & Field Mobility: Certified HR driver with off-road and remote access capability
  • High-Stress Decision Making: Calm, disciplined, and effective under extreme pressure
  • Environmental Adaptability: Prepared for wilderness, remote, and hazardous wildlife scenarios (snake handling)
  • Team Leadership Under Pressure: Guiding emergency response team through complex emergencies with clarity and control
  • Independent & Self-Reliant: Proven ability to operate solo in high-risk, remote, or time-critical scenarios

Timeline

Emergency Services Officer

Paull Warner Resources
04.2022 - Current

Covid Marshall

Paull Warner Resources
02.2022 - 04.2022

Patient Transport Officer

Medic One
09.2021 - 11.2021

Delivery Courier

Direct Freight Express
01.2013 - 07.2019

Professional Athlete

Champions Gym

Paramedical Science Diploma -

Medic One

Emergency Response & Rescue -

SETS

Vertical Rescue & Confined Space Rescue -

SETS

Cert III Driving Operations -

Into Training

Collect Specimens For Drugs of Abuse Testing -

Progressive Diagnostics

Western Australian Certificate of Education -

Sevenoaks Senior College

IV Fluids & Cannulation -

Medic One

BG4 Search & Rescue -

Riklan

IV Fluids & Cannulation -

SDS

Heavy Rigid License -

Keen Bros

Venomous Snake Handling & Relocation -

Animal Ark

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