Samuel McNamara
Ripley
Summary
Accomplished Bomb Technician and Police Officer with Queensland Police Service, adept in emergency response and conflict de-escalation. Demonstrated excellence in critical decision-making and training, with a strong foundation in advanced first aid and security protocols. Proven leadership in high-stakes environments, enhancing community safety and confidence.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Police Officer - Bomb Technician
Queensland Police Service
10.2023 - Current
- Conduct high-risk bomb search, and perform Render Safe Procedures (RSP) on Improvised Explosive Devices (IED's) and Chemical, Biological, and Radiological (CBR) devices.
- Maintain personal and community safety through use of specialist equipment and procedures, whilst operating in hazardous environments and performing complex tasks under strict time pressures.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices, maintaining a high level of expertise within counter IED operations.
- Lead strategically, and display sound judgment under pressure when making critical decisions that impact public safety during emergency situations.
- Manage assigned portfolios to meet unit and organisational goals, and maintain vehicles, equipment and weapons.
- Provide training to QPS members and other stakeholders in all facets of bomb response capabilities, and engage with stakeholders to enhance community confidence in the unit.
Police Officer - General Duties
Queensland Police Service
01.2016 - 10.2023
- Maintain operational safety under varying work conditions and in diverse locations.
- Undertake operational patrols, respond to situations to enforce laws and/or maintain public order, exercise police powers, investigate incidents or offences, identify and capture evidence, and prepare and present evidence in a judicial setting.
- Gather and exchange information from and with the community, and utilise information systems to record, organise and analyse information.
- Trained new officers on organisational policies and procedures, fostering a professional work environment focused on public service.
- Perform duties in a professional and ethical manner, participate in teamwork, maintain and develop ongoing personal performance standards and competence, manage personal work priorities, assist and support other personnel, and maintain physical and emotional health.
- Provide the public with service and support, utilise problem-solving techniques and adapt communication strategies when interacting with diverse populations to meet client needs, stay abreast of current affairs, and foster a positive organisational image in the community.
Warehouse Coordinator & A.V Technician
Staging Connections
06.2012 - 01.2016
- Conducted warehouse coordination duties with respect to preparation, return and ensuring serviceability of all AV and lighting equipment, including stocktaking, test and tagging, and safe storage and handling of assets across a wide facet of large venues throughout the state.
- Undertake and coordinate set up and pack down procedures and operation of various AV equipment including the operation of elevated work platforms (EWP) and working at heights.
- Operation of both MR and LR vehicles throughout SE Queensland to numerous venues and locations within strict timeframes.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness throughout the warehouse facility by adhering to housekeeping best practices consistently.
Education
Diploma of Police Bomb Technical Response - Policing
Queensland Police Service
Brisbane, QLD06-2021
Diploma of Policing - Policing
Queensland Police Service
Brisbane, QLD06-2016
Diploma of Music -
TAFE Queensland
QLD11-2012
Skills
- Emergency and critical incident response
- Integrity and professionalism
- Conflict de-escalation
- Exceptional problem solver
- Advanced first aid/CPR & SCBA user
- NV1 Secret Security Clearance
Timeline
Police Officer - Bomb Technician
Queensland Police Service
10.2023 - Current
Police Officer - General Duties
Queensland Police Service
01.2016 - 10.2023
Warehouse Coordinator & A.V Technician
Staging Connections
06.2012 - 01.2016
Diploma of Police Bomb Technical Response - Policing
Queensland Police Service
Diploma of Policing - Policing
Queensland Police Service
Diploma of Music -
TAFE Queensland
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