LEE BENNETT
North Narrabeen
Summary
Highly motivated Fire Fighter with a strong background in leadership, emergency response, and stakeholder collaboration. A dedicated professional with experience in both high-performance sports management and emergency services, demonstrating a strong work ethic, teamwork, and commitment to safety. Adept at leading by example, fostering inclusive team environments, and maintaining professionalism in high-pressure situations.
Proven ability to perform under pressure, ensuring safety and swift response in critical situations. Strong team collaborator, adaptable to changing needs, and focused on achieving results.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Leading Fire Fighter
Airservices Australia
01.2018 - Current
- Ensure safe, effective, and efficient firefighting and emergency response operations
- Support Officers-in-Charge (OICs) in achieving operational objectives
- Conduct and assist in consolidation training for new recruits
- Coordinate with Sydney Airport Corporation, building owners, and Airfield Operations
- Represented ARFFS at the Girls On Fire Inclusive Community Event as the first male participant
- Managed and maintained crew fitness training as a PTI instructor
Football Operations Manager
Sydney Roosters
01.2012 - 01.2018
- Oversaw all operational aspects of the senior football program for NRL and NSWRL teams
- Managed player welfare, team logistics, and performance objectives in a high-performance environment
- Acted as the communication link between players, coaching staff, and club management
- Maintained registration databases for the NRL and Sydney Roosters
- Coordinated match-day operations, training schedules, and pre-season, mid-season, and weekly camps
Education
Certificate III - Firefighting and Emergency Operations
Public Safety
01-2020
Certificate IV -
Frontline Management
01-2015
Diploma -
Management
01.2013
Certificate III - Fitness
Sport & Recreation
01.2011
Higher School Certificate -
Peakhurst High School
01.1998
Skills
- Firefighting & Emergency Operations
- Leadership & Team Mentoring
- Safety & Compliance Adherence
- Physical & Functional Training
- Stakeholder & Community Engagement
- Emergency Services Coordination
- Physical fitness maintenance
- Fire apparatus operation
- Emergency response
- Hazardous materials handling
- Decision-making under pressure
- Leadership qualities
- Teamwork and cooperation
- Structural firefighting strategies
Certificates
- Certificate III in Public Safety (Firefighting and Emergency Operations)
- Certificate IV in Frontline Management, 2015
- Diploma of Management, 2013
- Certificate III in Sport & Recreation – Fitness, 2011
- PTI Instructor Course, Current PTI portfolio holder for C Crew
- BA Technician, 2019, Until removal of Scott BA sets
Key skills
- Firefighting & Emergency Operations
- Leadership & Team Mentoring
- Safety & Compliance Adherence
- Physical & Functional Training
- Stakeholder & Community Engagement
- Emergency Services Coordination
Timeline
Leading Fire Fighter
Airservices Australia
01.2018 - Current
Football Operations Manager
Sydney Roosters
01.2012 - 01.2018
Diploma -
Management
Certificate III - Fitness
Sport & Recreation
Higher School Certificate -
Peakhurst High School
Certificate III - Firefighting and Emergency Operations
Public Safety
Certificate IV -
Frontline Management
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