Kyle Foster
Townsville
Summary
I enlisted into the Australian Army as a Recovery Technician in June 2020. Where I've had to adapt to leading Forward Repair Teams and executing complex recovery operations. This role has helped me become a proven problem-solver with strong time management skills, ensuring compliance and effective training. With majority of our jobs taking place in high-pressure environments, enhancing team performance and operational efficiency.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Recovery Technician Supervisor
Australian Army
01.2024 - Current
- Deploy a Forward Repair Teams
- Plan and organise group based technical training
- Plan production at a section level
- Operate in-service CMMS applications for maintenance purposes
- Command complex recovery jobs
- Supervise OJE and ensure compliancy to their sign offs
Recovery Technician
Australian Army
12.2021 - 12.2023
- Deploy and command an individual recovery tasks
- Manage the recovery site (injuries, traffic control etc.)
- Maintain Work Orders
- Undertake the duties of a Recovery Section Second-in-Command (2IC), when required
- Act in the role of mounted soldier, conducting navigation and communication as part of a vehicle
crew.
Education
Queensland Certificate of Education (QCE) -
William Ross State High School
Townsville, QLD11-2018
Skills
- Small team environments
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Problem-solving abilities
- Adaptability
Accomplishments
- In 2023, I was selected as part of the 106 FD WKSP team to participate in the Endeavour Rally that travelled to Cape York. Funded by the Army, this unique and exciting experience allowed to me apply my technical skills in remote conditions and connect with a great organisation and cause.
- ·In 2024, I was able to be part of Exercise WANKTOK WARRIOR. This took me to Papua New Guinea for roughly a month and work with the PNGDF in a multinational training exercise.
- In 2023 I was selected in the Defence South East Queensland Team and was selected to play in the Army vs Air Force touch game.
- In 2025, I was selected for the 3 Brigade Rugby Union Team and the Defence North Queensland Open Men's Touch Team.
Timeline
Recovery Technician Supervisor
Australian Army
01.2024 - Current
Recovery Technician
Australian Army
12.2021 - 12.2023
Queensland Certificate of Education (QCE) -
William Ross State High School
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