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Work History
Education
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Rhett Biglands

Rhett Biglands

South Australia,SA

Summary

Dedicated and community-minded leader with more than 25 years of experience working in high-pressure environments requiring sound judgement, teamwork, communication and leadership. A former AFL professional athlete, business executive and national sports broadcaster, I have built a career on performing under pressure, leading diverse teams and maintaining professionalism in demanding situations. Throughout my career I have demonstrated a strong commitment to workplace safety, emergency preparedness, public engagement and supporting others. My leadership experience includes managing large teams, resolving conflict, mentoring staff, making critical decisions in fast-paced environments and maintaining strict compliance with occupational health and safety standards. I am passionate about serving the community and believe my resilience, physical fitness, communication skills and calm approach make me well suited to a career as a firefighter.

Overview

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1
Certification
31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Managing Director

Nike
Rundle Mall & Marion, Australia
10.2010 - 07.2025
  • Lead large teams in a fast-paced operational environment while maintaining high standards of workplace safety and customer service.
  • Lead management and retail teams to meet and exceed operational goals.
  • Ensured compliance with Occupational Health and Safety regulations in the workplace.
  • Oversaw performance management processes, improving employee productivity and engagement.
  • Administered budget and resource management to optimise operational efficiency.
  • Developed and implemented emergency procedures to ensure workplace safety.
  • Opened South Australia's first Nike store.
  • Successfully grew business turnover from $2 million to $8 million.
  • Achieved exceptional staff retention through effective leadership and mentoring strategies.
  • Built a strong workplace culture focused on teamwork, accountability and safety.

AFL Football Commentator

Southern Cross Austereo - Triple M
01.2006 - Current
  • Operate in live, high-pressure environments requiring clear communication, rapid decision-making and teamwork.
  • Live broadcasting
  • Interviewed guests and experts to provide insightful commentary
  • Analysed match performance to inform post-game discussions
  • Operated audio equipment to ensure sound quality
  • Ensured compliance with workplace policies and procedures
  • Collaborated with broadcast teams to improve overall production quality

SANFL Television Commentator

Channel 7
01.2014 - Current

Delivered live television commentary, ensuring professionalism in time-critical situations and clear communication with large audiences.

  • Analysed sports events and provided expert commentary for live broadcasts.
  • Collaborated with production teams to enhance viewer engagement during broadcasts.
  • Researched player statistics and current trends to inform commentary and analysis.

Corporate Partner Executive

Adelaide Football Club
01.2008 - 01.2010
  • Collaborated with businesses, community groups, and stakeholders to coordinate events, negotiate agreements, and lead projects, enhancing community engagement.
  • Lead teams to achieve project goals
  • Organised and executed various events
  • Cultivated and strengthened client relationships to drive satisfaction and loyalty.
  • Contract negotiation
  • Managed daily operations and team performance to ensure project objectives were met efficiently.
  • Identified issues and implemented solutions
  • Community engagement

Professional AFL Footballer

Adelaide Football Club
01.1999 - 01.2008
  • Competed at Australia's highest level of professional football.
  • 134 AFL games
  • 11 Finals appearances
  • 2003 Pre-Season Premiership
  • Collaborated with teammates to secure team objectives and enhance performance.
  • Maintained focus and strict adherence to training regimens to optimize personal and team readiness.
  • Engaged in rigorous training to enhance physical endurance.
  • Mental resilience
  • Guided team members through strategic decision-making under pressure, contributing to successful game outcomes.
  • Decision making under pressure
  • Demonstrated dedication to team goals through consistent effort.
  • Took responsibility for personal performance and team outcomes.

Corporate Projects Coordinator

Adelaide Football Club
01.2006 - 01.2008
  • Managed projects and coordinated events with government, corporate, and community organisations, ensuring operational efficiency and fostering effective communication.

AFL Respect & Responsibility Presenter

Australian Football League
01.2012 - 01.2017
  • Delivered educational programs throughout regional South Australia promoting:
  • Promoted respect among participants during programs
  • Instilled responsibility through interactive learning activities
  • Educated participants on personal safety practices
  • Raised awareness about alcohol misuse through discussions
  • Informed community about drug-related issues through outreach
  • Guided participants in positive decision-making strategies
  • Enhanced community engagement through interactive events

Sales Representative

Smorgon Steel
01.1998 - 01.2004
  • Developed strong communication skills while maintaining customer relationships and managing multiple priorities within an industrial environment.

Professional Footballer

Port Adelaide Football Club
01.1996 - 01.1997
  • Developed teamwork, resilience and high-performance behaviours in a demanding professional sporting environment.

Education

Associate Diploma of Marketing -

Adelaide Institute of TAFE
01-1996

Sports Marketing / Sales Traineeship -

Adelaide Institute of TAFE
01-1997

South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE) -

Henley High School
01-1993

Skills

  • Leadership and team development
  • Working calmly under pressure
  • Emergency response mindset
  • Occupational Health and Safety compliance
  • Risk assessment and problem solving
  • Decision making in dynamic environments
  • Public communication
  • Community engagement
  • Conflict resolution
  • Physical resilience and fitness
  • Incident reporting and documentation
  • Training and mentoring
  • Operational planning
  • Teamwork
  • Integrity and professionalism

Certification

  • Sports Medicine Australia First Aid
  • St John Senior First Aid
  • Surf Life Saving SA Bronze Medallion
  • Heavy Vehicle Driver's Licence

Volunteer And Community Service

  • Youth Ambassador - Can:Do Group
  • Ambassador - Conservation Volunteers Australia

Referees

Craig Hermann, Station Officer, South Australian Metropolitan Fire Service.      Ph 0419990546

Nigel Smart.                          Chief Executive Crime Stoppers SA                      Ph 0400853976

Timeline

SANFL Television Commentator

Channel 7
01.2014 - Current

AFL Respect & Responsibility Presenter

Australian Football League
01.2012 - 01.2017

Managing Director

Nike
10.2010 - 07.2025

Corporate Partner Executive

Adelaide Football Club
01.2008 - 01.2010

AFL Football Commentator

Southern Cross Austereo - Triple M
01.2006 - Current

Corporate Projects Coordinator

Adelaide Football Club
01.2006 - 01.2008

Professional AFL Footballer

Adelaide Football Club
01.1999 - 01.2008

Sales Representative

Smorgon Steel
01.1998 - 01.2004

Professional Footballer

Port Adelaide Football Club
01.1996 - 01.1997

Associate Diploma of Marketing -

Adelaide Institute of TAFE

Sports Marketing / Sales Traineeship -

Adelaide Institute of TAFE

South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE) -

Henley High School
Rhett Biglands