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Leigh Widger

Sisters Beach,TAS

Summary

Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

I have owned motorbikes from a young age, including trail bikes, motocross bikes, and enduro bikes. I have ridden to the tip of Cape York on my KTM 950 Adventure, and I currently own a KTM 690 with a Hardkits rally kit. I adventure ride with a group from Tasmania and solo to the mainland most years.

I've ridden the Grampians, Birdsville Track, Cape York, and Central QLD over the last few years.

I currently own an OKA 4wd truck, I have travelled extensivly throughout QLD and the Gulf , king Ash Bay to the tip of the Cape

I do all my own maintenance and engine rebuilds on all of my vehicles .

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Police Officer

Tasmania Police
Burnie, Tasmania
02.2006 - 05.2020
  • Responded to emergency calls and provided immediate assistance to members of the public.
  • Conducted routine patrols to ensure public safety and deter criminal activity.
  • Assisted in investigations by collecting evidence and interviewing witnesses.
  • Enforced traffic laws and issued infringements observed during patrols.
  • Prepared detailed reports on incidents and arrests made.
  • Responded to emergency calls for service and provided assistance as needed.
  • Gathered evidence, interviewed victims and interrogated suspects to conduct thorough criminal investigations.
  • Performed CPR and other rescue techniques on individuals in medical emergencies.
  • Conducted Marine and land based patrols as a member of Western Division Marine Police.
  • Conducted maintenance and prepared police vessels for sea patrols
  • Responded to critical incidents as a member of Tasmania Police Bomb Response Group.
  • Conduced remote area patrols and surveillance via quad bike and motorbike , 4WD , Tasmanian West Coast .
  • Crewed on the Tasmania Police Patrol Vessel Vandieman all state and commonwealth waters including King and Flinders Island.
  • Conducted Marine and general policing duties on King Island , Utilising Quad Bike and Police vessel

Charter Boat Operator

Horizon Fishing Charters
St Helens , Tasmania
01.1996 - 07.2003
  • Operated fshing charter vessel during daily excursions for clients.
  • Ensured safety protocols were followed for all passengers on board.
  • Maintained fishing equipment and gear in optimal working condition.
  • Assisted customers with fishing techniques and equipment usage.
  • Monitored weather conditions to ensure safe navigation and operations.
  • Provided exceptional customer service to enhance guest experiences onboard.
  • Performed routine maintenance on equipment to ensure optimal performance.
  • Completed vessel maintenance and refit in preparation for Game fishing seasons

Education

Parklands High School
Burnie, TAS
11-1983

Skills

  • Emergency response
  • Evidence collection
  • Traffic enforcement
  • Report writing
  • Medical assistance
  • Public safety
  • Criminal investigation

Affiliations

I have experience in engine repairs and maintenance

Welding, MIG, TIG, and stick

Spray painting and fibreglass repairs

Extensive camping experience . Tent, swag, camp trailer.

Cooking skills , camp oven , and fire cooking

Certification

  • Current MR licence, Motorbike Licence
  • Coxswain Ticket
  • PADI open water dive ticket

Timeline

Police Officer

Tasmania Police
02.2006 - 05.2020

Charter Boat Operator

Horizon Fishing Charters
01.1996 - 07.2003

Parklands High School
Leigh Widger