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Martin Andrew O'Donnell
Mernda
Summary
Former Infantry Warrant Officer, proven enabler, leader and strategic thinker with highly detailed experience in the Australian Defence Force and Ministry of Defence (UK). Excelled in high-pressure situations, enhancing team performance and operational efficiency through critical thinking and effective team supervision. Skilled in equipment management and fostering teamwork, consistently achieving mission success and strengthening international partnerships.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
Work History
Soldier
Australian Defence Force (ADF)
06.2008 - 09.2025
- Maintained physical fitness levels to meet demanding operational requirements and ensure optimal performance under challenging circumstances.
- Strengthened morale among fellow soldiers through active listening, empathy, and encouragement in difficult situations.
- Upheld high standards of professionalism both on-and off-duty representing the US military with honor at all times.
- Developed strong leadership skills through rigorous training and hands-on experience in high-pressure situations.
- Conducted regular maintenance of equipment and vehicles, ensuring maximum reliability and readiness for mission-critical tasks.
- Trained in infantry tactics, weapons and medical procedures for well-rounded field support.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to solve complex problems while working under pressure in dynamic environments.
- Participated in joint exercises with allied forces to improve interoperability and strengthen partnerships.
- Assembled, disassembled and maintained various weapons for operational readiness.
- Ensured mission success with diligent planning, coordination, and execution of various tasks.
- Coached and mentored new recruits for motivated, high-performing teams.
- Secured and protected military property, assets, and personnel.
- Improved team cohesion by conducting regular training exercises and fostering a supportive environment.
- Promoted a culture of accountability by enforcing strict adherence to military standards and protocols.
- Increased unit readiness by regularly assessing personnel performance and providing constructive feedback for improvement.
- Relayed crucial information and coordinated operations using radio communications equipment.
- Enhanced operational efficiency by maintaining thorough records of personnel, equipment, and supplies.
- Mitigated risks by conducting thorough safety assessments and implementing appropriate measures.
- Operated and maintained armored vehicles.
- Performed as fire team member during situational training exercises and infantry dismounted battle drills.
- Coordinated patrol operations to maintain safe urban and rural environments.
- Cultivated positive relationships with local communities while deployed, fostering mutual respect and cooperation during missions.
- Provided professional reconnaissance and security support during varied operations.
- Enhanced public image of military through participation in public relations events.
- Maintained required level of proficiency in use of firearms.
- Upheld code of conduct and maintained professionalism in stressful situations.
- Trained in small arms, anti-armor and indirect fire weapons.
- Upheld [Branch] dress and appearance regulations for professional appearance.
Soldier
Ministry of Defence (MOD) UK
08.1985 - 06.2008
- Maintained physical fitness levels to meet demanding operational requirements and ensure optimal performance under challenging circumstances.
- Upheld high standards of professionalism both on-and off-duty representing the US military with honor at all times.
- Developed strong leadership skills through rigorous training and hands-on experience in high-pressure situations.
- Conducted regular maintenance of equipment and vehicles, ensuring maximum reliability and readiness for mission-critical tasks.
- Trained in infantry tactics, weapons and medical procedures for well-rounded field support.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to solve complex problems while working under pressure in dynamic environments.
- Participated in joint exercises with allied forces to improve interoperability and strengthen partnerships.
- Assembled, disassembled and maintained various weapons for operational readiness.
- Ensured mission success with diligent planning, coordination, and execution of various tasks.
- Coached and mentored new recruits for motivated, high-performing teams.
- Increased unit readiness by regularly assessing personnel performance and providing constructive feedback for improvement.
- Relayed crucial information and coordinated operations using radio communications equipment.
- Enhanced operational efficiency by maintaining thorough records of personnel, equipment, and supplies.
- Mitigated risks by conducting thorough safety assessments and implementing appropriate measures.
- Operated and maintained armored vehicles.
- Performed as fire team member during situational training exercises and infantry dismounted battle drills.
- Coordinated patrol operations to maintain safe urban and rural environments.
- Responded calmly and professionally to chemical, biological and nuclear threats.
- Drove mission success by effectively utilizing intelligence data gathered from various sources for informed decision-making during operations.
- Cultivated positive relationships with local communities while deployed, fostering mutual respect and cooperation during missions.
- Provided professional reconnaissance and security support during varied operations.
- Reduced risk to personnel by identifying and neutralizing threats in complex environments.
- Conducted detailed reconnaissance missions to gather critical intelligence for mission planning.
- Enhanced public image of military through participation in public relations events.
Education
High School Diploma -
Mathew Holland School
Selston, Notts, UK06-1983
Skills
- Critical thinking
- Positive attitude
- Team supervision
- Teamwork and loyalty
- Quick decision making
- Equipment management
- Physical fitness
- Strategic thinking
- Defensive tactics
- Language skills
- Training delivery
- Secure communication
- Defense systems
Affiliations
- Local RSL
Interests
Timeline
Soldier
Australian Defence Force (ADF)
06.2008 - 09.2025
Soldier
Ministry of Defence (MOD) UK
08.1985 - 06.2008
High School Diploma -
Mathew Holland School
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