Royden Taua
Sydney Inner West Council
Ipswich,QLD
12
Certifications
15
years of professional experience
Residential Youth Care Worker with a background in community-facing, safety-focused work, bringing WHS discipline, calm communication, and reliable follow-through to youth care settings. Comfortable managing routine tasks, maintaining safe environments, and keeping accurate handovers while completing 11-15 resident case notes per shift and supporting consistent day-to-day service. Known for working methodically under pressure, following procedures closely, and contributing to stable, respectful care for young people.
Work History
Residential Youth Care Worker
4 Months- Applied de-escalation techniques to calm tense situations and maintain a safe environment for young residents.
- Recorded youth case notes clearly and promptly to support continuity of care across shifts.
- Used trauma-informed care practices to respond calmly to emotional distress and changing behaviours.
- Maintains consistent boundaries while supporting youth through daily routines, personal care, and supervised activities.
Rear Loader Driver
2 Years 11 Months- Complete daily [number] bulky-item collections across scheduled council waste routes.
- Operate rear-loading trucks to collect bulky household goods and garbage on assigned routes.
- Load bulky items manually, keeping the truck balanced and the work area safe.
- Maintain truck and equipment in good working order through regular checks and reporting.
- Follow designated routes to complete waste collection on time and keep service moving.
- Coordinate with dispatch to align collection work, adjust schedules, and keep crews informed.
Waste Truck Driver/Side Arm Driver
3 Years 10 Months- Operated waste collection trucks and side arm equipment safely to complete scheduled pickups efficiently.
- Handled side loader trucks and compression mechanisms to keep collection work moving without delays.
- Maintained equipment and followed safe work practices to support reliable daily service delivery.
- Conducted risk assessments and reported unsafe practices promptly to strengthen WHS compliance.
- Followed mapped routes carefully to improve collection efficiency and support consistent service coverage.
Interstate Truck Driver
4 Years- Managed interstate freight delivery across major cities, maintaining safe and timely service throughout each run.
- Handled load restraint procedures and complied with safety and WHS requirements on every trip.
- Maintained roadworthiness and supported a hazard-free worksite through vehicle checks and basic facilities upkeep.
Supervisor
1 Year- Enforced compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies across daily operations.
- Led and mentored an 11-person team to maintain consistent service delivery and accountability.
- Optimised vehicle performance and lowered operating costs through closer fleet oversight.
- Delivered improvement projects that streamlined workflows and strengthened operational performance.
Truck Driver
1 Year- Complied with transport laws and hazardous material handling requirements across every assigned route.
- Communicated route risks and equipment issues promptly to stakeholders for immediate corrective action.
- Handled complex city and rural deliveries while maintaining reliable load restraint procedures throughout transport.
Warehouse Assistant
1 Year- Managed inbound receiving and outbound dispatch activities across warehouse operations.
- Maintained inventory records and quality checks to support accurate stock handling.
- Tracked shipment and inventory data, then reported activity trends to supervisors.
- Supported process improvements and day-to-day coordination across warehouse tasks.
Removalist
1 Year- Packed and loaded household items to protect belongings during local and interstate moves.
- Operated removal trucks and lifting equipment to support safe and efficient site work.
- Checked loads, tie-downs, and vehicle condition before departing each job site.
- Communicated with customers during pickup and delivery to confirm access, timing, and handling needs.
Education
Certificate III - Driving Operations
Skills
Multi-combination vehicle operation
Heavy plant and equipment operation
including rear loader trucks and forklifts
Load restraint procedures
Vehicle inspection and maintenance
Interstate driving
Fleet route planning
Dispatch coordination
Warehousing operations management
Team leadership and management
Fatigue management and risk assessment
WHS compliance
Community waste collection
De-escalation techniques
Safeguarding practices
Trauma-informed care
Risk assessment
Incident reporting
Shift handover
Positive behaviour support
Boundary setting
Family engagement
Youth case notes
Certification
Certificate IV in Child, Youth and Family Intervention
Personal Information
Driving License: Unrestricted MC Driver’s Licence
Timeline
Residential Youth Care Worker
Imaginative care
06.2026 - CurrentRead More
Rear Loader Driver
Sydney Inner West Council
11.2023 - CurrentRead More
Waste Truck Driver/Side Arm Driver
Ipswich City Council
01.2020 - 11.2023Read More
Interstate Truck Driver
Griffith Corporation
01.2016 - 01.2020Read More
Supervisor
United Resource Management
01.2015 - 01.2016Read More
Truck Driver
Parmaland
01.2014 - 01.2015Read More
Warehouse Assistant
Premium People
01.2013 - 01.2014Read More
Removalist
Allied Pickford
01.2012 - 01.2013Read More
Certificate III from Driving Operations
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