Summary
Overview
Work History
Skills
Additional Information
Key Capabilities
References
Timeline
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Michael Porteza

Corrections Officer
Corio,VIC

Summary

Dynamic professional with experience in correctional services at HM Barwon Prison, excelling in risk assessment and conflict management. Proven track record in staff mentoring and coaching, fostering team collaboration to achieve operational excellence. Committed to upholding compliance and enhancing safety standards in high-pressure environments.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Correctional Officer

HM Barwon Prison
, Australia
01.2020 - Current
  • Maintain safety, security, and good order within a custodial environment
  • Apply departmental policies, procedures, and legislative requirements
  • Support offender management and rehabilitation-focused outcomes
  • Demonstrate professionalism, integrity, and sound judgment under pressure
  • Contribute to continuous improvement through on-the-job learning and development
  • Work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams

Restaurant Manager / Shift Leader

Guzman y Gomez
11.2016 - 01.2020
  • Trained, coached, and developed staff to meet performance standards
  • Led teams to achieve operational, safety, and KPI objectives
  • Completed rostering, task allocation, and performance support
  • Maintained compliance with workplace health and safety requirements

Head Cook

Roll’d
05.2012 - 11.2016
  • Trained and mentored kitchen staff
  • Ensured compliance with food safety and health regulations
  • Conducted inventory management, stocktakes, and risk reporting
  • Resolved issues and complaints professionally

Skills

  • Correctional services operations
  • Learning and development support
  • Staff mentoring and coaching
  • Policy compliance and procedures
  • Risk assessment and reporting
  • Professional communication
  • Conflict resolution
  • Team collaboration
  • Time management and accountability

Additional Information

Australian Army Reservist (former) – strong foundation in discipline, teamwork, and continuous learning, Committed to ongoing professional development and skills enhancement

Key Capabilities

  • Correctional Services Operations
  • Learning & Development Support
  • Staff Mentoring & Coaching
  • Policy, Procedures & Compliance
  • Risk Assessment & Reporting
  • Professional Communication
  • Conflict Management
  • Team Collaboration
  • Time Management & Accountability

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Correctional Officer

HM Barwon Prison
01.2020 - Current

Restaurant Manager / Shift Leader

Guzman y Gomez
11.2016 - 01.2020

Head Cook

Roll’d
05.2012 - 11.2016
Michael PortezaCorrections Officer