Michael Vernon Sutton
Carrara,QLD
Summary
Experienced training professional with 25+ years in the Australian Defence Force and government sectors. Skilled in firearms instruction, operational skills, driver training, and tactical leadership. Qualified with Cert IV Training & Assessment, Diploma in Security & Risk Management, and Cert IV WHS. Strong record of leading teams, mentoring recruits, and delivering competency-based training. Resilient, adaptable, and committed to safety, continuous improvement, and QPS values.
Overview
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Certification
Work History
Transitions Supervisor
Soldier Recovery Centre
2020 - 2021
- Worked closely with executive on HR issues, development & workplace behaviour.
- Monitored organisational health; supported/intervened using effective leadership practices.
- Planned, coordinated and managed significant activities and events.
Sniper Supervisor
6th Royal Australian Regiment
2018 - 2020
- Managed training delivery and supervision of Sniper teams.
- Implemented workplace QA procedures and protocols.
- Led teams to achieve operational and training outcomes.
Instructor, Training Company
Queensland University Regiment
2017 - 2018
- Planned and delivered training within a national training framework.
- Led and mentored trainees, ensuring welfare and safety.
- Produced governance and reporting documentation.
Static Security Manager
DFAT, Australian Embassy Kabul
2013 - 2016
- Weapons handling and live-fire training for locally employed, Nepalese, and Australian security personnel.
- Managed governance, reporting, risk assessment, and quality assurance processes to ensure compliance and safety.
- Led multiple security teams in a high-threat environment to maintain capability and achieve mission goals.
Sniper Team Leader
Mentoring Task Force 4
01.2012 - 2012
- Applied leadership principles to foster effective teams.
- Forecast and monitored resources against mission needs.
- Maintained workplace governance and reporting requirements.
Education
Diploma - Security & Risk Management
01.2012
Certificate IV - Training & Assessment
01.2011
Certificate IV - Work Health & Safety
01.2012
Skills
- Multi-skilled, diligent, and solution-driven trainer with an outstanding track record of performing to high standards
- Proven ability to operate in hazardous and challenging environments
- Strong leadership, interpersonal, and independent work skills
- Commitment to safety and zero-harm workplace culture
- Highly adaptable, motivated, and resilient under pressure
- Strong mechanical, engineering, and instructional capabilities
Certification
- Manual Driver’s Licence (QLD)
- Heavy Rigid Licence (QLD)
Timeline
Sniper Team Leader
Mentoring Task Force 4
01.2012 - 2012
Certificate IV - Work Health & Safety
Transitions Supervisor
Soldier Recovery Centre
2020 - 2021
Sniper Supervisor
6th Royal Australian Regiment
2018 - 2020
Instructor, Training Company
Queensland University Regiment
2017 - 2018
Static Security Manager
DFAT, Australian Embassy Kabul
2013 - 2016
Diploma - Security & Risk Management
Certificate IV - Training & Assessment
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