Sam English
Cairns,QLD
Summary
Dynamic Education Team Leader at TAFE Queensland with a proven track record in program development and student engagement. Enhanced student participation by 20% through innovative training methods while mentoring junior educators. Skilled in safety management and compliance monitoring, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement in maritime education.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Education Team Leader Maritime
TAFE Queensland
Cairns, Australia
07.2023 - Current
- Leading maritime education programs
- Enhancing student engagement by 20% through interactive training methods
- Led team meetings to discuss project goals and progress updates.
- Mentored junior team members on best practices and skills development.
- Developed training materials to improve team knowledge and performance.
- Monitored daily workflow to ensure adherence to established policies and procedures.
Maritime Educator
Great Barrier Reef International Marine College
Cairns, Australia
09.2020 - 07.2023
- Delivered lectures and presentations on Deck and engineering qualifications.
- Facilitated hands-on learning experiences in diverse environments.
- Created a safe, comfortable learning environment for students by establishing positive relationships with them.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share best practices in teaching methods.
Master/Engineer
Experience Co
Cairns, Australia
08.2018 - 05.2021
- Responsible for all safety aspects of the vessel and her operations
- Managed daily navigation plans and coordinated routes for optimal travel.
- Supervised crew activities to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Responded quickly to emergencies, ensuring crew and passenger safety.
- Operated vessels safely through various water conditions and environments.
Master/ Engineer
Sea Star Cairns
Cairns, Australia
07.2016 - 08.2018
- Responsible for all safety aspects of the vessel and her operations
- Ensured the safety of crew and passengers
- Managed the safe navigation and operation of the vessel
- Minimized environmental pollution risks
Marine Engineer
Royal Endeavor
Cairns, Australia
02.2016 - 06.2016
- Managed all engineering aspects of a 45-meter vessel
- Ensured the safety of crew and passengers
- Managed the safe navigation and operation of the vessel
- Minimized environmental pollution risks
PADI Open Water Scuba Instructor/Dive Supervisor
Pro Dive Cairns
Cairns, Australia
09.2011 - 01.2016
- Conducting PADI Dive courses to the standards set forth in the PADI Instructor manual
Education
Certificate IV in Maritime Operations - Master up to 45 Metres Near Coastal
TAFE GBRIMC
Cairns, QLDCertificate III in Maritime Operations - Master up to 24 Metres Near Coastal
TAFE GBRIMC
Cairns, QLDCertificate III in Maritime Operations - Marine Engine Driver Grade 2 Near Coastal
TAFE GBRIMC
Cairns, QLDSTCW Reg VI/1 Certificate of Safety Training - CoST
TAFE GBRIMC
Cairns, QLDEmergency First Response CPR and Life Support -
First Aid Academy
Cairns, QLDCertificate IV Training and Assessment - TAE40116 With LLND Update
Fit Academy
Skills
- Program development
- Curriculum design
- Safety management
- Training facilitation
- Educational technology
- Student engagement
- Risk assessment
- Compliance monitoring
- Team leadership
- Mentoring others
- Problem solving
References
Available upon request
Accomplishments
- 2023 TAFE state staff awards for industry collaboration
Affiliations
- DIY - Renovated 3 properties
- Trained Mauy in Australia and Thailand
Certification
- Forklift Licence TLILIC0003
- Heavy Ridged Unconditional
- Enter and work in confined spaces RIIWHS202E
- Work safely at heights RIIWHS204E
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Education Team Leader Maritime
TAFE Queensland
07.2023 - Current
Maritime Educator
Great Barrier Reef International Marine College
09.2020 - 07.2023
Master/Engineer
Experience Co
08.2018 - 05.2021
Master/ Engineer
Sea Star Cairns
07.2016 - 08.2018
Marine Engineer
Royal Endeavor
02.2016 - 06.2016
PADI Open Water Scuba Instructor/Dive Supervisor
Pro Dive Cairns
09.2011 - 01.2016
Certificate IV in Maritime Operations - Master up to 45 Metres Near Coastal
TAFE GBRIMC
Certificate III in Maritime Operations - Master up to 24 Metres Near Coastal
TAFE GBRIMC
Certificate III in Maritime Operations - Marine Engine Driver Grade 2 Near Coastal
TAFE GBRIMC
STCW Reg VI/1 Certificate of Safety Training - CoST
TAFE GBRIMC
Emergency First Response CPR and Life Support -
First Aid Academy
Certificate IV Training and Assessment - TAE40116 With LLND Update
Fit Academy
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