Kyro Ah Mat
Palmerston,NT
Summary
A dedicated and versatile Tiwi Islander with strong lifelong connections to Darwin and the Tiwi Islands. Skilled in scaffolding, rigging, trade assistance, and landscaping, with proven hands-on experience across diverse industries. Currently employed at First Steps (since January 2025), demonstrating reliability, adaptability, and a strong work ethic. Actively seeking a full-time, permanent role that reflects personal passions and values, while offering opportunities for professional growth, meaningful challenges, and the chance to build lasting relationships within the industry.
Offering strong foundation in interpersonal communication and leadership, eager to develop and excel in mentoring environment. Brings understanding of team dynamics and ability to learn quickly, paired with skills in conflict resolution and guidance.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Mentor / Supervisor
First Steps
01.2025 - Current
- Lead and supervise youth mentoring programs, ensuring quality guidance and support.
- Mentor and coach young people toward positive life pathways.
- Design, organize, and deliver social programs that foster community engagement.
- Coordinate appointments and provide tailored support for youth.
- Assist with educational initiatives, including Vocational Education and Training (VET).
- Provide leadership and oversight to junior mentors, promoting teamwork and professional development.
- Supported new mentors through guidance, enhancing their confidence and effectiveness.
- Evaluated mentee strengths and weaknesses, recommending specific areas for improvement and growth opportunities.
Scaffold Yard Assistant
INPEX
03.2023 - 02.2024
- Safely managed manual handling of scaffold materials in a busy yard environment.
- Prepared material orders with accurate labeling and documentation.
- Sorted and organized returned materials by size and packing requirements.
Crew Member
Budget Lawn & Garden Care
01.2022 - 02.2024
- Delivered high-quality gardening, lawn care, and tree lopping services.
- Installed and maintained irrigation systems to optimize water efficiency.
- Cleared pathways and outdoor spaces with precision using blowers and equipment.
- Pruned trees and hedges to improve plant health and enhance property aesthetics.
- Operated lawn care equipment to maintain high standards of landscape aesthetics.
- Assisted in training new crew members on safety protocols and operational procedures.
- Collaborated with team to ensure timely completion of landscaping projects and client satisfaction.
- Inspected tools and equipment regularly to ensure proper functionality and safety compliance.
Trade Assistant
M & J Builders
11.2021 - 12.2021
- Supported tradespeople with a variety of on-site construction tasks.
- Assisted in maintaining workflow efficiency and project timelines.
- Facilitated communication between subcontractors and suppliers to ensure timely delivery of resources.
- Spoke with peers to verify task completion, meeting tight deadlines, and schedules.
- Ensured workplace safety, conducting regular checks and maintaining equipment to prevent accidents.
Education
Year 12 -
Casuarina Senior College
Darwin, NTYear 9 - undefined
Dripstone middle school
Darwin, NTSkills
- Effective leadership
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Feedback delivery
- Influencing skills
- Empathy development
- Relationship building
- Organization
Languages
Tiwi Language
Certificates and License
- Certificate I in manufacturing
- Certificate I & II in Automotive
- Working at Heights Completion
- Police Check – 2025
- Ochre Card – 2025
- White Card
- NT Drivers License - Valid
- First Aid - Valid 2025
Certificate Training - Completed 2025
- Workplace culture, values and ethics
- Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Practices
- Professionalism, Boundaries and Conflict of Interest
- Risk Management and Incident Reporting
- Case Noting and Writing Styles
- Restoratives Practices
- Effective Communication
- Client Goal Setting and Strengths Exploring
- Record Keeping Practices
- Responding to Incidents and Mandatory Reporting
- Exploring Mentor/Mentee Relationships
- Engaging Youth: Understanding, Addressing and Preventing Disengagement
- Health and Safety Awareness
- Health and Safety Responsibility
- Worker Health and Safety Induction
- Mental Health Awareness
- Display Screen Equipment
- Hazardous Chemicals
- Driving or Work
- Risk Assessment
- First Aid Awareness
- Food and Safety
Timeline
Senior Mentor / Supervisor
First Steps
01.2025 - Current
Scaffold Yard Assistant
INPEX
03.2023 - 02.2024
Crew Member
Budget Lawn & Garden Care
01.2022 - 02.2024
Trade Assistant
M & J Builders
11.2021 - 12.2021
Year 9 - undefined
Dripstone middle school
Year 12 -
Casuarina Senior College