Mr. Nigel Cheong
PERTH,Western Australia
Summary
Strong emotional intelligence and committed to successfully handling stress in high-pressure situations. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Research Assistant
University of Western Australia Research
02.2024 - Current
- Fostered a positive and supportive work environment, collaborating closely with fellow research assistants to achieve collective goals.
- Adapted quickly to new areas of focus within the lab or department, demonstrating flexibility in learning new concepts or methods.
Strength and Conditioning Intern
Wesley College
07.2023 - 10.2023
- Optimized speed development through sprint drills, agility exercises, and acceleration work designed specifically for each sport''s demands.
- Collaborated with coaching staff to develop sport-specific training regimens for optimal results.
- Developed personalized warm-up protocols to prepare athletes for optimal performance during competitions.
ARMY OFFICER
MINDEF
06.2019 - 01.2022
- Cultivated an environment of trust, respect, and camaraderie amongst members of my unit
- Adapted quickly in dynamic environments by making sound decisions under pressure
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols during all phases of mission execution
- Coordinated logistics operations ensuring timely delivery of supplies and materials needed for deployment
- Demonstrated leadership and management skills while leading a team of 30 soldiers in a combat mission
- Displayed excellent organizational skills while managing supplies and equipment for large-scale deployments.
BARTENDER
The Great Escape
06.2018 - 12.2018
- Developed strong working relationships with customers and staff
- Efficiently managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining a professional demeanor
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills by efficiently responding to requests in a timely manner
- Maintained an organized and clean work environment, ensuring all customer areas were properly stocked with supplies.
RESTAURANT WAITER
Pelican Restaurant
01.2018 - 06.2018
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills by promptly taking orders, delivering food and beverages, and addressing any customer concerns or complaints
- Multi-tasked effectively while managing multiple tables simultaneously during peak hours
- Assisted with orientation and training of new wait staff
- Worked with management to resolve escalated complaints and restore guest satisfaction.
DECK CADET
Wallenius Marine
11.2016 - 01.2018
- Assisted Chief Officer with daily routines such as stowage plan preparation and inventory management
- Developed proficiency in watchkeeping duties including navigation, engineering, bridge operations, and general maintenance of shipboard equipment
- Acquired knowledge of international regulations pertaining to safety of life at sea and prevention of pollution from ships
- Applied problem-solving techniques when dealing with challenging situations at sea
- Utilized leadership skills while supervising a team of deckhands during cargo transfer operations.
Education
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (B.S.) IN SPORTS SCIENCE AND EXERCISE -
University of Western Australia
11.2025
DIPLOMA IN NAUTICAL STUDIES -
Singapore Polytechnic
12.2018
Skills
- Organizational Skills
- Training and Development
- Project Management
- Leadership Development
- Critical Thinking
- Adaptability
Awards
- Singapore Army Scholarship
- Sword of Merit
- Brigade Commander Commendation
Referees
Andy Haynes
Research Associate, School of Human Sciences
University of Western Australia
Phone: 0864882304
Email: andy.haynes@uwa.edu.au
Daniel Hitchcock
Assistant Head of Sport and High Performance Manager
Wesley College
Email: daniel.hiscock@wesley.wa.edu.au
Lester Lai
Army Officer Career Manager
Singapore Armed Forces
Email: Lai_kar_loke_Lester@defence.gov.sg
Timeline
Student Research Assistant
University of Western Australia Research
02.2024 - Current
Strength and Conditioning Intern
Wesley College
07.2023 - 10.2023
ARMY OFFICER
MINDEF
06.2019 - 01.2022
BARTENDER
The Great Escape
06.2018 - 12.2018
RESTAURANT WAITER
Pelican Restaurant
01.2018 - 06.2018
DECK CADET
Wallenius Marine
11.2016 - 01.2018
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (B.S.) IN SPORTS SCIENCE AND EXERCISE -
University of Western Australia
DIPLOMA IN NAUTICAL STUDIES -
Singapore Polytechnic
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