Peter RAMSAY BEM
FURNISSDALE-MANDURAH,WA
Summary
I am a results-driven Defensive Driver Assessor with RACWA, skilled in instructional design. I successfully developed and implemented training programs that enhanced driver safety and compliance for St. John Ambulance and the Volunteer Bush Fire Brigades. Using my Military experience I'm known for effective communication and fostering student engagement. I consistently provide constructive feedback, improving trainee performance and confidence in adverse driving conditions.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Defensive Driver Assessor - Contractor
RACWA
Perth, WA
01.2020 - Current
- Conducted hands-on driving assessments to evaluate driver skills and knowledge.
- Collaborated with management to update training materials and protocols regularly.
- Facilitated workshops on defensive driving techniques for employee skill enhancement.
- Monitored driver performance and provided constructive feedback for improvement.
- Educated drivers on defensive driving techniques, such as how to handle hazardous conditions or emergency situations while behind the wheel.
- Inspected vehicles prior to use during training sessions for any potential issues that could affect safety.
- Offered informal tips and encouragement to new, nervous driver trainees to support driving confidence and success.
- Delivered lectures on topics like distracted driving awareness or winter weather driving tips.
- Assessed new employee's driving skills and provided feedback to improve their performance.
- Provided individualized instruction to help drivers understand safety procedures and rules of the road.
- Explained proper maintenance practices for a variety of vehicles, such as checking oil levels or tire pressure before each trip.
- Analyzed data from accident reports to identify areas for improvement in driver education programs.
- Reviewed video footage from dash cameras to assess driver behavior in real life scenarios.
- Conveyed importance of company standards and regulations.
- Developed and implemented driver training programs to meet company standards.
- Gave constructive feedback to students to improve learning and progress against course objectives.
- Offered flexible work schedule to meet needs of students.
Driver Trainer Cert IV TAE - Contractor
RACWA - Driving Centre Perth Airport
Perth, WA
01.2008 - 01.2016
- Developed training programs for new drivers to enhance safety and efficiency.
- Conducted hands-on driving assessments to evaluate driver skills and knowledge.
- Collaborated with management to update training materials and protocols regularly.
- Provided ongoing support and mentorship to drivers during their training period.
- Implemented safety guidelines to ensure compliance with industry regulations.
- Facilitated workshops on defensive driving techniques for employee skill enhancement.
- Monitored driver performance and provided constructive feedback for improvement.
- Coordinated scheduling of training sessions to optimize resource availability.
- Monitored trainees' progress throughout the course of instruction and documented results.
- Educated drivers on defensive driving techniques, such as how to handle hazardous conditions or emergency situations while behind the wheel.
- Inspected vehicles prior to use during training sessions for any potential issues that could affect safety.
- Offered informal tips and encouragement to new, nervous driver trainees to support driving confidence and success.
- Delivered lectures on topics like distracted driving awareness or winter weather driving tips.
- Conducted classroom and hands-on training sessions for employees in vehicle operation techniques.
- Instructed new drivers on the proper use of motor vehicles, including driving laws and regulations.
- Organized and submitted company forms and regulatory documents.
- Explained proper maintenance practices for a variety of vehicles, such as checking oil levels or tire pressure before each trip.
- Evaluated trainee performance at the end of courses using written tests or practical examinations.
- Updated and managed training classes and materials.
- Taught practical, safe driving practices in classroom and via videos before having students drive.
- Analyzed data from accident reports to identify areas for improvement in driver education programs.
- Explained and showed video images to teach emergency driving techniques, driving in ice and snow and avoiding collisions.
- Reviewed video footage from dash cameras to assess driver behavior in real life scenarios.
- Conveyed importance of company standards and regulations.
- Developed and implemented driver training programs to meet company standards.
- Gave constructive feedback to students to improve learning and progress against course objectives.
- Offered flexible work schedule to meet needs of students.
- Planned in-class activities, discussions and lectures to increase student comprehension and participation.
- Collaborated with other educators to address deficiencies in program offerings.
- Administered standardized tests to assess progress and evaluate need for improving course materials.
- Created appropriate learning environments for students.
- Planned and conducted activities for balanced program of instruction, demonstration and work time, providing students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate.
- Cultivated collaborative and innovative learning environment to meet each student's unique educational needs.
Education
Infantry And Paramedical Instructor
New Zealand Army
New Zealand11-1979
High School Diploma -
Nelson College
Nelson New Zealand11-1965
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Skills
- Defensive driving
- Vehicle inspection
- Instructional design
- Organizational skills
- Emergency response
- Regulatory compliance
- Curriculum development
- Effective communication
- Student engagement
- Inclement weather driving
- Traffic laws
- Patience and tact
- Attention to detail
- Flexible schedule
- Punctuality
- Safe driving practices
- Safe driving techniques
- Confidentiality
- Basic vehicle maintenance
- Driving in adverse conditions
- Team building
- Map reading
- Accident prevention
- Traffic law observation
- Adaptable driving techniques
- Vehicle inspections
- City and non-city driving
- Maintenance and repair
- Conflict resolution
- Verbal and written communication
- Vehicle maintenance
- Time management
- Revenue generation
- Punctual and reliable
- Schedule management
- DOT compliance
- Fuel efficiency
- Problem solving
- Performance monitoring
Affiliations
- Result driven in all aspects of my life, I speak on how I have badly managed my mental health over the last 50 years from my military service.
- Currently working two contract employments, conducting Verifications of Competency(VOC) to RACWA Auto Service Centre Staff as well as RACWA Security and RACWA Mobile Tyre Technicians. These VOC's are assessed using The Systems Approach to Training which is centered on a Terminal Objective supported be a number of Enabling Objectives with Performance/Conditions and Standards to measure the performance of the student. The VOCs are conducted on an as required basis from RACWA, sometimes out of normal working hours.
- The second is as a 'trouble shooter" back up HR, general fix any problem, again as a contractor, to a private company.
- In 2014 I commenced one week of Defensive Driver Training on gravel and off road for Year 11 students at the WA College of Agriculture Narrogin. This is now an annual training commitment with numbers of around fifty for the week.
- In 2014 completed a Driver Behaviour Course at Cranfield University in the United Kingdom
- In 2015 I volunteered to work with SERCO at the Wandoo Reintegration Centre Murdoch, delivering public speaking and small project management skills, this resulted in six inmates organising and delivering the ANZAC Day Service at the centre
- Patron of a Maori Culture Group
- Ex President of The Friends of ANZAC Cottage which I rebuilt in 10 years
- Ex State President Vietnam Veterans Assn WA for fourteen years
- Converted our Infantry Company book A Soldiers View of the Vietnam War to an Audiobook
- Recently completed a project to deliver two 4wd vehicles to a charity in the Ukraine. Unfortunately I was unable to land them in Europe so they were returned to Mineral Resources the donor.
- I have had preliminary discussions with Chris Harris, Psychologist at Mineral Resources, re mental health presentations
- I was contracted to Investing in our Youth Bunbury to establish the RYDE Driver Training Program, this commitment initiated my development of Campus 51 for youth at risk in the region
- I initiated a safe driving program at Kwinana Motorplex for parents requiring a non threatening environment to enable their L Plate driver to become familiar with "moving the vehicle through the air". This venue location was made available through a business colleague who was then GM at the Motorplex facility. I was able to use the facility by day and by night to provide a safe driving environment for parents. Unfortunately the Motorplex was purchased by Venues West who could not see value in my service so I closed the project down.
- I/we support four children and nine grand children, been married for 54 years, my wife is still working as a Registered Nurse
Accomplishments
- In 1976 I was awarded the British Empire Medal(BEM) for involvement in an avalanche rescue on Mt Cook New Zealand
- In 1976 my five man New Zealand Army Paramedic team was recognized by the Guinness Book of Records for setting a new world record of 48 hours of Mouth to Mouth Resuscitation as it was then
- In 1979 I was recognized as the only Rally Driver representing Singapore to complete the ASEAN International Rally,finishing 8th overall and 1st in Class, the event covered 14,500 km in fifteen day's.
- In 2007 I project managed the breaking of a world record and again recognized by the Guinness Book of Records for the longest endless line of cans standing, the final count was 66,350
- In 2023 I was awarded a WA Heritage Award for Volunteering over thirty years in the community, centered around the rebuild of ANZAC Cottage from 1992 to 2002, the naming of six streets in The Chase Baldivis in 2006 acknowledging the then six Australian servicemen still MIssing in Action and the re build of two bus stops in Mt Hawthorn now named Gallipoli and Nui Dat
Certification
- CertIV TAA 0104 in 2009
- CertIV TAE upgrade in 2012
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Defensive Driver Assessor - Contractor
RACWA
01.2020 - Current
Driver Trainer Cert IV TAE - Contractor
RACWA - Driving Centre Perth Airport
01.2008 - 01.2016
Infantry And Paramedical Instructor
New Zealand Army
High School Diploma -
Nelson College
na