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Nic Whiteside

Wynnum,Australia

Summary

An accomplished Policing STAR Group Operations Officer/ Manager, Operational Safety Trainer (SAPOL), combining with high results driven National Sales Management, Executive support with a high level of integrity professional with over 25 years of experience across multiple industries. Football (soccer ) Head coach for 13 years, Expertise in logistic operations, well-being manager, OHS&W strategies and implementation, security processes, compliance management, business development, people leadership, high end management and performance optimisation. Recognised for strong commercial acumen and as a strategic business partner who drives results through a customer-centered approach. Skilled in managing large teams, building relationships with diverse stakeholders, and aligning operational strategies with business objectives to deliver impactful outcomes.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Wellbeing and Engagement Officer/ Compliance Manager

Lions FC
10.2023 - Current
  • Support players, coaches, and staff to maintain motivation, manage stress, and balance personal commitments
  • Develop and implement policies aligned with Lions FC, FQ, and FA frameworks for player safety and development
  • Integrate wellbeing into individualized athlete planning within a high-performance environment
  • Assess athlete needs, provide case management, and refer to appropriate external resources
  • Lead development of a tailored curriculum framework in line with Lions FC goals
  • Conflict resolution interviews, reporting and investigations
  • Risk Management and ad hoc auditing
  • Stay current on mental health, athlete conduct, and social issues affecting members, staff and players
  • Attend camps/workshops to support performance integration

Police Officer - STAR Group Operations

South Australia Police
01.2002 - 12.2019
  • STAR GROUP OFFICER - High Risk Tactical Deployment
  • Responded rapidly and empathetically to emergency calls, ensuring effective resolution of high-pressure situations
  • Utilized CCTV footage to assist in incident investigations and address operational concerns
  • Maintain detailed, accurate records of incidents, investigations, tactical deployments, and Forward Command responsibilities
  • Supervised and deployed teams for drug detection, general dog, and explosive detection training courses
  • Served as a tactical officer for high-risk operations, acting as Forward Commander and Tactics Manager
  • Incident Management and Operational Safety trainer
  • Empty Hand Tactics and Pistol Project Manager
  • Civil Agitation Trainer
  • Led the recruitment, interviewing, and processing of Cadet applicants, delivering briefings as Senior Officer
  • Coaching a new State Representative team involving, planning and leading practices, coaching for games and tournaments, managing roster and player communications, and overseeing team administration
  • Coached to two medals winning sides and overseas trips, building talent pipeline by scouting EMS, recruiting, cultivating existing members, and implementing individual improvement plans across the team
  • Introduced a new approach to practices with a structured model that included individual and team goals, targeted technical drills to strengthen areas of need, and improve overall performance.
  • STAR GROUP OFFICER - High Risk Tactical Deployment

Game Day Coordinator Events Manager

Lions FC
10.2023 - Current
  • Ensure a safe and positive game day experience for players and spectators, OHS&W management and systems
  • Manage game day setup for junior and senior fixtures at Luxury Paints Stadium
  • Assist coaches, referees, and sports trainers as needed
  • Ensuring compliance with OHS&W guidelines and reporting
  • Enforce Lions FC, Football Qld, and Football Australia policies for safeguarding and game day activities
  • Report incidents and manage the incident log
  • Collaborate with internal and external personnel for successful match day operations

Participations Manager - Regional Development

Football SA
01.2022 - Current
  • Oversaw fixturing, competitions, club liaison, match analysis, and integrity panel responsibilities
  • Led a team of 40 to drive Football SA’s growth in regional and metro areas, focusing on state development and performance
  • Coached with B-Licence credentials, achieving WNPL Treble (2022) and WSL Championship (2023)
  • Managed business planning, forecasting, and P&L processes to ensure financial health
  • Developed and executed targeted marketing initiatives to boost local community engagement
  • Conducted regular 1:1 meetings to enhance team performance and capabilities
  • Identified and proposed strategies to increase attendance and align with the organisation’s strategic goals
  • Risk assessments daily, onsite and off site auditing

Head Coach

Sturt Lions Football Club
01.2023 - 12.2023
  • Company Overview: The inaugural Women’s State League team for Sturt Lions Football Club
  • Scouted and developed players to create a side who, with the application of playing principles and philosophies, went on to win the WSL Championship title and secure a promotion to the WNPL in their first season
  • The inaugural Women’s State League team for Sturt Lions Football Club

WNPL Assistant Coach

West Adelaide
01.2022 - 12.2022
  • Supported coaching team in developing youth soccer players, supervising practices, conducting drills, and providing 1:1 training to introduce new skills, build confidence, and develop - working with W-League Players
  • Day-to-day team management, documenting attendance, posting updates and practice videos to players, sending email communications, and resolving parent inquiries
  • Attended all home and away games, transporting and setting up equipment, leading warm up drills, providing coaching support, and boosting player morale

National Sales Manager

Australian Fitness Supplies
01.2021 - 01.2022
  • Company Overview: 1 year contract
  • Collaborated with clients to understand their needs, ensuring KPIs were achieved with high customer satisfaction
  • Managed budgets and sales targets for a $16M financial year, achieving a 39% gross profit
  • Analysed and refined financial pricing models to optimise performance
  • Tender proposals private and government
  • Represented the brand at public forums and events, driving business opportunities
  • Oversaw logistics and ensure efficient product distribution
  • Supported marketing and communication strategies, negotiating cost-effective vendor contracts to boost branding
  • Consistently achieved sales and performance KPIs in a high-pressure environment
  • Utilised financial data and client insights to identify trends and growth opportunities
  • Developed succession plans for key roles to ensure continuity in business operations
  • Professional stakeholder engagement
  • 1 year contract

WNPL Assistant Coach

Adelaide City
01.2021 - 12.2021
  • Managed playing group within the program, overseeing trials, practices, games, and pre season tournaments, developing training regimens in close connection with 'A' Licence coach, and coaching students in technique, strategy, and teamwork

Security/Operations Manager

AIG Security
01.2020 - 12.2020
  • Supervised operations for high-level corporate and State Government clients, ensuring top-tier service and security standards
  • Led business development efforts, managing tender processes, client memberships and sponsorships
  • Coordinated and managed event staff rostering for major events, ensuring optimal coverage and efficiency
  • Reviewed CCTV footage to investigate incidents, compile reports, and ensure proper documentation
  • Managed compliance with regulatory standards and ensured adherence to industry guidelines
  • Collaborated with clients and staff to maintain integrity and enforce the Code of Conduct
  • Identified and secured tender opportunities with local councils, implementing enhanced training and crime reduction strategies

Education

Advanced Diploma -

Policing
01.2016

Certificate - 7 pillars of mental health and wellbeing

01.2024

Certificate - Accidental Counsellor

01.2024

Certificate - Beating burnout and finding balance

01.2024

Certificate - Sport Psychology

01.2024

B Diploma -

Football Australia
01.2023

C Diploma -

Football Australia
01.2021

Certificates II - Security Operations

SA
01.2019

First Aid And CPR -

First AId
Queensland
07-2024

Skills

  • Business planning
  • Stakeholder engagement
  • People leadership
  • Security operations
  • Tender/bids processes
  • Market analysis
  • Law Enforcement
  • Problem Solving
  • Operational Safety and Tactics
  • Incident Management Trainer
  • Firearms pistol project team leader
  • Sales planes and expenditure budgeting
  • National Sales Management
  • Proposal development
  • Incident Management and Conflict resolution
  • Wellbeing implementation and performance
  • Mental Health strategies combining stakeholders
  • Strategic Culture
  • Risk Management and audits
  • Trauma Enforced Principle training
  • Cognitive Interviewing

References

Available upon request.

Coaching Experience

  • Assistant Coach, Adelaide City WNPL, 2021, Managed playing group within the program, overseeing trials, practices, games, and pre-season tournaments, developing training regimens in close connection with “A” Licence coach, and coaching students in technique, strategy, and teamwork.
  • Assistant Coach, West Adelaide WNPL, 2022, Supported coaching team in developing youth soccer players, supervising practices, conducting drills, and providing 1:1 training to introduce new skills, build confidence, and develop - working with W-League Players., Day-to-day team management, documenting attendance, posting updates and practice videos to players, sending email communications, and resolving parent inquiries., Attended all home and away games, transporting and setting up equipment, leading warm up drills, providing coaching support, and boosting player morale.
  • Head Coach, Sturt Lions WSL / WNPL, 2023, The inaugural Women’s State League team for Sturt Lions Football Club, scouted and developed players to create a side who, with the application of playing principles and philosophies, went on to win the WSL Championship title and secure a promotion to the WNPL in their first season.

Timeline

Wellbeing and Engagement Officer/ Compliance Manager

Lions FC
10.2023 - Current

Game Day Coordinator Events Manager

Lions FC
10.2023 - Current

Head Coach

Sturt Lions Football Club
01.2023 - 12.2023

Participations Manager - Regional Development

Football SA
01.2022 - Current

WNPL Assistant Coach

West Adelaide
01.2022 - 12.2022

National Sales Manager

Australian Fitness Supplies
01.2021 - 01.2022

WNPL Assistant Coach

Adelaide City
01.2021 - 12.2021

Security/Operations Manager

AIG Security
01.2020 - 12.2020

Police Officer - STAR Group Operations

South Australia Police
01.2002 - 12.2019

Advanced Diploma -

Policing

Certificate - 7 pillars of mental health and wellbeing

Certificate - Accidental Counsellor

Certificate - Beating burnout and finding balance

Certificate - Sport Psychology

B Diploma -

Football Australia

C Diploma -

Football Australia

Certificates II - Security Operations

SA

First Aid And CPR -

First AId

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