Phyneas Iva
Craigieburn ,VIC
Summary
Adept at managing high-risk situations with professionalism, my tenure at G4S Port Phillip Prison honed my skills in inmate behavior modification and emergency response. Demonstrated excellence in teamwork and safety, significantly reducing contraband instances. Skilled in first aid, my background spans correctional security to logistics, showcasing versatility and a commitment to excellence.
Experienced with maintaining security and control within correctional facilities. Utilizes conflict resolution and de-escalation techniques to manage inmate behavior effectively. Strong understanding of legal and ethical standards, ensuring compliance and safety.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Officer
G4S Port Phillip Prison
451 DOHERTYS RD,TRUGANINA,VICTORIA,3029
06.2021 - Current
- worked in first respond team the Tactical operation group
- Managed high-risk situations with professionalism and composure, ensuring the safety of all involved parties.
- Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
- Maintained inmate safety through vigilant monitoring of behavior and swift intervention during conflicts.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
- Reduced instances of contraband by thoroughly searching inmates, cells, and common areas.
- Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
- Collaborated with fellow officers to maintain a secure environment for staff, visitors, and inmates.
- Prevented escapes by diligently inspecting perimeters, doors, windows, gates, fences, and other access points throughout the prison complex regularly.
- Interviewed inmates to obtain information and evidence.
- Built solid relationships with staff and residents to keep institution safe and secure.
- Investigated and responded to incidents of inmate misconduct.
- Transported inmates to and from court hearings, medical appointments and other locations.
- Completed intake paperwork, fingerprints, and searches.
Warehouse Storeman
Fair Banks And Gardening's
Campbellfield, Vic
02.2011 - 05.2021
- Moved and lifted heavy loads of merchandise using forklift.
- Checked packages and merchandise for damage and notified vendors.
- Communicated with teammates and supervisors to maintain smooth operations and quickly handle any issues impacting warehouse operations or customer satisfaction.
- Inspected work areas for cleanliness and obstacles and removed cartons and boxes to keep work areas organized and hazard-free.
- Stocked shelves, racks, and cases with new or transferred merchandise.
- Reviewed order slips, picked products and staged merchandize to be shipped.
Laborer
Manpower Agency
Preston, Vic
06.2010 - 01.2011
- Worked alongside team to accomplish work goals according to schedule.
- Managed loading and unloading of container shipments, maintaining organized and secure materials to minimize damage.
- Operated equipment such as fork lift to meet challenging daily demands.
Education
No Degree -
Mangere College
Auckland, New ZealandCertificate III Correctional Practice
Gordon Institute of TAFE
Geelong, VICSkills
- Teamwork
- Safety
- First aid training
- Inmate behavior modification tactics
- Emergency response
- First aid certification
- De-escalation techniques
- Conflict resolution skills
- Weapons training
- Prisoner transport
- Firearm operations trained
- Negotiation
- Physical fitness
- First aid and CPR certified
- Firearms proficiency
- Firearms training
- Safety and security
- Inmate transport
Timeline
Correctional Officer
G4S Port Phillip Prison
06.2021 - Current
Warehouse Storeman
Fair Banks And Gardening's
02.2011 - 05.2021
Laborer
Manpower Agency
06.2010 - 01.2011
No Degree -
Mangere College
Certificate III Correctional Practice
Gordon Institute of TAFE