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Matthew Van Zeyl

Matthew Van Zeyl

Forest Hill,NSW
Great leaders don't set out to be leaders, they set out to make a difference. It's never about the role, it should always be about the goal.
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Summary

Seasoned Airfield Engineer knowledgeable about construction operations and offering top-notch project management, team leadership and problem-solving abilities. Ingenious in maximizing resources to meet challenging demands. Analytical leader with excellent multitasking abilities. Driven Physical Training Instructor with six years of experience coordinating daily operations by guiding interdisciplinary teams to orchestrate efficient and safe care. Veteran at monitoring performance metrics, enforcing regulations and solving problems through interactions with patients, families and staff. Talented at developing and driving marketing and outreach efforts to promote growth. Recruiting Manager knowledgeable about full lifecycle of recruiting and adept at working with hiring managers to exact best strategies to meet hiring needs and maintain branding strategies. Effective at evaluating and selecting optimal advertising channels to attract desired candidates. Oversee well-organised and efficient HR operations by balancing organisational targets with compliance and employee demands. Focused on maximising resource utilisation and enhancing performance with forward-thinking approaches. Solid background of improving collaboration and consensus across Tri-Service environments. Results-driven Recruit Course Director offering years in achieving positive human resources results for RAAF. Articulate negotiator skillful in supporting competitive company growth by turning low-quality applicants into successful members for critical roles. Organised planner with excellent team leadership and program management abilities backed by years of positive reporting.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Recruiting Manager

Royal Australian Air Force
Forest Hill, NSW
01.2022 - Current
  • Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Developed strong communication and organisational skills through working on group projects.
  • Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
  • Completed paperwork, recognising discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution. This included eliminated multiple documents conveying the same information
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Demonstrated strong organisational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
  • Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.

Physical Training Instructor

Royal Australian Air Force
Forest Hill, NSW
06.2018 - 12.2021
  • Mentored new instructors on teaching strategies and standard procedures.
  • Assessed training requirements and devised effective class plans.
  • Tested trainees on materials to determine levels of understanding and areas requiring further instruction.
  • Identified areas of concern uncovered during training sessions and suggested methods to reduce risk.
  • Elevated team member performance while cultivating customer relationships to drive maximum growth numbers.
  • Documented participant attendance, engagement and progress.
  • Produced training materials to engage and educate individuals.
  • Ordered materials and supplies to use in sessions and kept costs under training budget.
  • Explained goals and expectations required of trainees.
  • Developed skill-specific training programs to promote employee development.
  • Blended business's goals, mission and values with learning development initiatives to deliver high-quality training to employees.
  • Documented training activities and changes to analyze program effectiveness.
  • Maintained strong knowledge of rehabilitation by participating in workshops, conferences and online education classes.
  • Provided individual support and counseling on general wellness and nutrition.
  • Conducted needs assessments and surveys to determine interest in wellness and fitness programs, events and services.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
  • Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.
  • Trained and mentored staff on correct procedures to maximise efficiency and protect public trust.

Builder

Royal Australian Air Force
Townsville, QLD
09.2009 - 06.2018
  • Motivated and supported field workers completing work to increase work quality and team productivity.
  • Used personal knowledge and abilities to help complete airfield works.
  • Coordinated schedules and day-to-day activities of crew to satisfy project needs.
  • Estimated materials and labour requirements to complete jobs within budgetary and timeline requirements.
  • Conferred with other managers, technical personnel and team leaders to coordinate site work and maintain tight schedules.
  • Consulted with design, building and engineering teams to discuss and resolve conflicts effectively.
  • Determined optimal construction requirements and site plans.
  • Organised records and facilitated inspections to comply with legal side of each construction.
  • Followed plans, orders and technical specifications to complete accurate work that met project specifications, codes, and quality standards.
  • Read written instructions carefully and communicated with team members clearly to promote workplace safety.
  • Signaled equipment operators to help align machinery movements and smoothly transfer materials.
  • Mixed, poured and spread concrete, asphalt and other materials with high accuracy to meet project requirements including runways.
  • Compiled job costs to prepare accurate project estimates for management and clients.
  • Carried out building inspections to ensure buildings and dwelling met Australian Standards this included relevant reports and documentation.

Education

Diploma of Fitness - Health

Mark McGaw Institue of Sport Science, Wagga Wagga
10.2021

CERT III Fitness - Health

Mark McGaw Institue of Sport Science, Wagga Wagga
06.2021

CERT IV Fitness - Health

Mark McGaw Institue of Sport Science, Wagga Wagga
06.2021

Unit Safety Coordinator - WHS

North Coast Institute Tafe, Wagga Wagga
08.2018

Physical Training Instructor Qualification - Health

Australian Defence Force Physical Training School, Hastings
06.2018

CERT IV Building And Construction - Construction

OTEN, Sydney
12.2014

Cert III General Consrtruction - Construction

Scientific Management Associates, Sydney
07.2013

High School Diploma -

Moss Vale High School, Moss Vale
12.2007

Diploma of Business - Diploma of Business

Churchill Education, Canberra
01.2021 - 07.2021
  • Completed professional development in Diploma in Business Auditing

Diploma of Leadership & Management - Management

Churchill Education, Canberra
01.2021 - 07.2021
  • Completed professional development in Diploma of Leadership & Management

Diploma of Project Management - Management

Churchill Education, Canberra
01.2021 - 07.2021
  • Completed professional development in Project Management

Diploma in Work Health Safety - Work Health Safety

Churchill Education, Canberra
01.2021 - 07.2021
  • Continuing education in Work Health and Safety

Skills

  • Construction management
  • Schedule coordination
  • Budget oversight
  • Labour oversight
  • Standard operating procedures understanding
  • Data management
  • Team management
  • Selection strategies
  • Staff Management
  • Auditing processes
  • Training management
  • Process evaluation and enhancement
  • Leadership training
  • Training and Development
  • Problem-Solving
  • Decision-Making
  • Building morale
  • Defense management
  • Crew leadership
  • Dependable and Responsible
  • Equipment Maintenance
  • First Aid/CPR
  • Maintaining security
  • Tactical knowledge
  • Written and verbal communication
  • Unit management

Accomplishments

Received Deputy Chief of Air Force commendation for redesigning the rehabilitation program and injury management of personal to achieve a higher output into legacy workforce.

Recognized as Specialist Instructor of the year for outstanding performance, innovation and team contributions.

Consistently maintained high customer satisfaction ratings.

Work Availability

monday
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wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline

Recruiting Manager - Royal Australian Air Force
01.2022 - Current
Churchill Education - Diploma of Business, Diploma of Business
01.2021 - 07.2021
Churchill Education - Diploma of Leadership & Management, Management
01.2021 - 07.2021
Churchill Education - Diploma of Project Management, Management
01.2021 - 07.2021
Churchill Education - Diploma in Work Health Safety, Work Health Safety
01.2021 - 07.2021
Physical Training Instructor - Royal Australian Air Force
06.2018 - 12.2021
Builder - Royal Australian Air Force
09.2009 - 06.2018
Mark McGaw Institue of Sport Science - Diploma of Fitness, Health
Mark McGaw Institue of Sport Science - CERT III Fitness, Health
Mark McGaw Institue of Sport Science - CERT IV Fitness, Health
North Coast Institute Tafe - Unit Safety Coordinator, WHS
Australian Defence Force Physical Training School - Physical Training Instructor Qualification, Health
OTEN - CERT IV Building And Construction, Construction
Scientific Management Associates - Cert III General Consrtruction, Construction
Moss Vale High School - High School Diploma,
Matthew Van Zeyl