Luke Edwards
Winmalee
Summary
I am a highly motivated and accomplished student, football player, kitchen hand, and firefighter, eager to expand my experience and take on new challenges. Through dedication and hard work, I have consistently pushed my limits, developing into a flexible and reliable team player. My ambition drives me to excel in every role I undertake, and I thrive in dynamic environments where I can learn, adapt, and contribute to success. I am now looking for an opportunity to apply my skills, dedication, and strong work ethic in a new and exciting setting.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Cadet Referee
Springwood United FC
04.2018 - 09.2020
- Managed the behaviour of players, coaches, and crowd to facilitate gameplay
- Communicated game rules and regulations to players to promote fairness
- Officiated games and matches, following sports program's rules and regulations
- Fostered sportsmanship among players and coaches to minimise in-game conflict
- Executed high-pressure decisions, awarded points, and imposed penalties under time constraints
- Conferred with coaches, players, and umpires to discuss calls and disputes
- Attended appropriate meetings and training sessions to officiate games according to industry and company regulation
Kitchen Hand/ Cook
La Bello Pizzeria
03.2021 - Current
- Prepared dishes in a fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain a high customer satisfaction rate
- Followed established procedures and requirements for safe food handling, storage, and service
- Maintained order and cleanliness of work areas to conform with health codes
- Peeled and cut fruit and vegetables to prepare for cooking or serving
- Followed recipes and customer requests to prepare meals
- Acquired new skills to support the team and further accommodate customer needs
- Maintained high standards of customer service during high-volume work shifts and fast-paced operations
- Worked within high-pressure environments regularly
- Progressed experience and skills
- Often Manage groups of staff
- Coordinate food preparation and delivery of food
Volunteer Firefighter
NSW Rural Fire Service
05.2022 - Current
- Responded to a variety of incidents including, Bush Fires, Structure fires, MVA, AFA, Hazard Reductions
- Qualifications- Bush Firefighter, Safe working on roofs, First Aid Application, Advanced resuscitation
- Multi-Agency Training with SES, Fire and Rescue, RAAF Firefighters, Police and Ambulance
- Deployed to Hill End on 11 March 2023 to support an ongoing bushfire
- Instructor for RFS cadet program 2023 and 2024 conducted at St Columba's Catholic College
- Training 2 times per week
- On call 24/7
- Worked with community engagement and bushfire education Programs
- Communicated with other firefighters and emergency personnel to relay observations, equipment needs, and other relevant information
- Laid hose lines and operated nozzles, pumps, hydrants, and fire extinguishers
- Analysed situations to quickly adopt courses of action with regard to surroundings and circumstances
- Answered emergency situations and assessed conditions to contain fires, assist victims, and prevent escalation
- Controlled and extinguished fires using manual and power equipment
- Informed and educated local community members about fire prevention and safety
Education
St Thomas Aquinas Primary School
Springwood, NSW01.2018
High School Diploma -
St Columba's Catholic College
Springwood, NSW09-2024
Skills
- Public assistance and community engagement
- Strong teamwork and collaboration experience
- Leadership and decision-making under pressure
- Effective time and resource management
- Training, mentoring, and skill development
- Initiative and problem-solving abilities
- Communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to follow instructions with precision
- Adaptability to diverse roles and environments
- Work ethic, dedication, and resilience
Accomplishments
- Springwood United FC U11 Best and Fairest- 2017
- Springwood United FC U12 Players Player- 2018
- Member of Student Representative Council- 2018
- Robert Mullen School Spirit Award- 2018
- Class captain- 2019-2021
- 8 Semester Academic Awards 2019-2022
- 4 Academic Excellence Awards- 2019-2022
- Silver Award- 1 term of community and service in school- 2021
- Gold award- 2 terms of community service in and outside of school- 2022
- College leader in community and service ministry- 2022-2023
- Mama Lanna’s Food drive volunteer
- College Captain- 2023-2024
- Macquarie University Emerging Leaders Award-2023
- St Columba award- 2023
- Speaker at Springwood ANZAC day ceremony 2024
- Australian Defence Force Long Tan Youth Leadership and Teamwork Award- 2024
- The order of Australia Association Youth Community Service Award commendation- 2024
- Year 12 Academic Effort- 2024
Timeline
Volunteer Firefighter
NSW Rural Fire Service
05.2022 - Current
Kitchen Hand/ Cook
La Bello Pizzeria
03.2021 - Current
Cadet Referee
Springwood United FC
04.2018 - 09.2020
St Thomas Aquinas Primary School
High School Diploma -
St Columba's Catholic College
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