Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Volunteer Experience
Accomplishments
References
Timeline
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Kat Deverson

Sydney,NSW

Summary

I demonstrate professionalism and strong work ethic, consistently completing tasks with attention to detail and safety. I thrive in both team-oriented and independent work environments, effectively collaborating and managing responsibilities. I utilize technology for efficient communication and problem-solving, seeking input when necessary. I am committed to continuous learning and improvement through feedback and experience.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Field Officer EBMP 3/4

National Parks and Wildlife Service
Griffith
07.2024 - Current
  • Operate equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
  • Conduct routine maintenance and inspections on equipment, PPE, and vehicles.
  • Complete day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently: APZ/SFAZ works, fire trail clearing, and equipment maintenance.
  • Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
  • Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
  • Maintain contact with the supervisor and 1/2 utilizing radios, mobile devices, and Breon devices.
  • Undertake essential training to strengthen understanding and refine skills.
  • Prepare hazard reductions using hand tools, chainsaws, and large vehicle-mounted blowers.
  • Carry out frontline firefighting at hazard reductions and fires on park locally and on deployments within and out of state.

Acting-Field Officer EBMP 3/4

National Parks and Wildlife Service
Griifith, NSW
10.2023 - 05.2024
  • Operate equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
  • Conduct routine maintenance and inspections on equipment, PPE, and vehicles.
  • Complete day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently: APZ/SFAZ works, fire trail clearing, and equipment maintenance.
  • Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
  • Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
  • Maintain contact with the supervisor and 1/2 utilizing radios, mobile devices, and Breon devices.

Field Officer EBMP 1/2

National Parks and Wildlife Service
Griffith
03.2023 - 07.2024
  • Operate equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
  • Complete day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently: APZ/SFAZ works, fire trail clearing, and equipment maintenance.
  • Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
  • Conduct regular inspections and maintenance on fire trails and APZ/SFAZ sites.
  • Maintain communication with the supervisor using radios, mobile devices, and Breon devices.
  • Attend necessary training to upskill and enhance knowledge.

Field Officer 1/2

National Parks and Wildlife Service
Griffith, NSW
04.2024 - 06.2024

Temporary Assignment - Area Depot

  • Conducted mowing and brush cutting around day use areas and campsites.
  • Completed sign preparation by routing, sanding, and applying paint prior to installation.
  • Construct and install signs utilizing power tools, petrol post hole digger, and concrete.
  • Perform routine maintenance and cleaning on facilities and amenities within the park.
  • Conduct regular patrols of day use areas and engage with public as needed.
  • Inspect and maintain fire trails and walking trails, utilizing hand tools and chainsaws.
  • Assist in deploying trail cameras aimed at preventing illegal firewood collection.

Kennel Attendant

Griffith Pet Resort
Griffith
09.2022 - 02.2023
  • Prepared food to meet needs of animals under care with appropriate meals.
  • Provided daily exercise for pets in accordance with their owners' instructions.
  • Maintained clean and orderly play yards, kennels and cages.
  • Maintained cleanliness of work areas including grooming stations, office space, storage areas.
  • Assisted with grooming tasks such as bathing, brushing, and nail trimming.

Gardener and Lawn Maintenance

J-Kat Lawn Care
Helensburgh, Australia
01.2022 - 08.2022
  • Maintained lawn and garden areas using mowers, trimmers, and edgers to ensure neat appearance.
  • Performed seasonal tasks such as mulching and leaf removal to maintain garden appearance.
  • Cleared pathways of overgrowth and debris to reduce hazards.
  • Performed maintenance and routine services on equipment: oil and filter changes, inspect, and change blades.

Contract Cleaning

Snippers Lawnmowing, Maintenance Service and Sales
Miranda, Australia
06.2021 - 12.2021
  • Reporting any maintenance issues found during cleaning sessions to supervisor.
  • Monitored supply levels and requested new items to maintain completing daily cleaning tasks.
  • Followed safety processes for all manual and electric cleaning equipment.
  • Kept business entrances clean, tidy and professional in appearance.
  • Maintained appearance by removing cobwebs from walls and ceilings.
    Performed vacuuming of carpeted areas and mopped solid floors with correct cleaning solutions.

Education

Completed Year 10 -

Heathcote Heathcote Highschool
Heathcote, NSW
01-2017

Skills

  • Arduous - TBA
  • Work Safely Around Aircraft
  • Winch/ Hover – Entry/ Exit (Helicopter)
  • Operate four-wheel drive on unsealed roads
  • Recover four-wheel drive vehicle
  • Heavy Rigid drivers’ license
  • Current First Aid
  • Trim and Cut Felled Trees
  • Basic Tree Felling
  • Chemical Certification
  • Forklift license

Certification

  • Heavy Rigid drivers’ license – Expiry 2027
  • Crew Member – NPWS
  • Team Resource Management Training - Aviation
  • Work Safely Around Aircraft – 2024
  • Winch/ Hover – Entry/ Exit (Helicopter) - 2024
  • Operate four-wheel drive on unsealed roads
  • Recover four-wheel drive vehicle
  • Current First Aid
  • Trim and Cut Felled Trees 2023/ Basic Tree Felling 2024
  • Chemical Certification
  • Forklift license – Expiry 2028
  • Law Enforcement, Level 1- 2023
  • Dealing with Threatening and Aggressive Behaviour - 2023
  • Digital Skills training - 2023
  • WHS for supervisors

Volunteer Experience

NSW Rural Fire Service - Firefighter

December 2020 - Present: Darkes Forest RFB (Illawarra) and Hanwood RFB (Murrumbidgee Irrigation Area)

  • Bush firefighter
  • Village firefighter
  • Navigation (component of Advanced Firefighter)
  • Crew Awareness and Safety (component of Advanced Firefighter)
  • Hydraulics (a component of Advanced Firefighter)
  • Trim and Cut Felled Trees
  • First Aid Application and Advanced Resuscitation Techniques
  • Breathing Apparatus Operator
  • Safe Work on Roofs
  • RFD/ ORD

Accomplishments

Fire deployment to Grampians National Park, Victoria

  • 31st January - 6th January 2025

Crew Member: property protection, locate and map hotspots using Fire Mapper, use drip torch to implement back burns and mop up.

  • 1st February - 7th February 2025

Crew Member: locate and map hotspots using Fire Mapper, mop up, utilize chainsaws and rake hoes to reduce risks of spot overs and flare ups.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Field Officer EBMP 3/4

National Parks and Wildlife Service
07.2024 - Current

Field Officer 1/2

National Parks and Wildlife Service
04.2024 - 06.2024

Acting-Field Officer EBMP 3/4

National Parks and Wildlife Service
10.2023 - 05.2024

Field Officer EBMP 1/2

National Parks and Wildlife Service
03.2023 - 07.2024

Kennel Attendant

Griffith Pet Resort
09.2022 - 02.2023

Gardener and Lawn Maintenance

J-Kat Lawn Care
01.2022 - 08.2022

Contract Cleaning

Snippers Lawnmowing, Maintenance Service and Sales
06.2021 - 12.2021

Completed Year 10 -

Heathcote Heathcote Highschool
Kat Deverson