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Sean Forster

Brisbane,Queensland

Summary

New Commercial Pilot passionate about working in aviation ISR. Previous reconnaissance and surveillance experience in the Australian Army with years of experience working in, and leading small teams.


Recently, I completed ME-IFR training and I am currently completing ATPL subjects. Due to my enjoyment of coaching and training others and my aspiration to become a checking and training instructor within an organization, I have completed the PIRC exam, and I am now looking to finish my FIR rating by mid-year.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Coach / Athlete

Self-Employed / AUS Weightlifting Federation
01.2016 - Current
  • Represented Australia as part of Senior Australian Weightlifting Team competing at World Championships, Commonwealth Championships and Arafura Games.
  • Provide training programs and coaching services in Olympic Weightlifting, strength and conditioning training.
  • Coached Tasmania State youth and junior teams with all athletes achieving podium finishes. Advocated for greater protections for youth/junior athletes, promoted healthy and sustainable training practices.
  • Provided theoretical and numerical analysis to assist Australian Weightlifting Federation to create grading and qualification standards, identify talent and assist in athletic development.

Customer Service / Ground Crew

Par Avion
09.2022 - 06.2023
  • Provided primary customer support to internal and external customers.
  • Answered product and service questions, suggesting other offerings to attract potential customers.
  • Supported operations by managing professional communications, tracking data and managing records.
  • Adhered to safety procedures when managing logistics for pilot and ground crew.

Plan Manager / Disability Support

Spectrum Vision
05.2020 - 04.2022
  • Onboarded new employees with training and new hire documentation.
  • Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
  • Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
  • Communicated clearly with employees, suppliers and stakeholders to ensure everyone is working toward achieving client goals.

Surveillance Patrolman

Australian Defence Force
01.2009 - 03.2013
  • Served with 1st Battalion as a infantryman completing Surveillance and Reconnaissance specialization training and moved to specialist unit with the battalion.
  • Responsible for tactical information gathering tasks for battalion commanders including; long-range patrols, operation of high-powered optical equipment and operation of ground-based radar systems.
  • Providing technical expertise on surveillance capabilities, processes and resources to command.
  • Commended for my ability to promote and foster a culture of teamwork, improving productivity and efficiencies, and delivering a capability to the battalion above and beyond the expectation of commanders.

Education

Diploma of Aviation - Instrument Rating

Air Gold Coast
Gold Coast, QLD
02.2024

Diploma of Aviation - Commercial Pilot License

Par Avion Flight Training
Hobart, TAS
12.2022

Bachelor of Science - Mathematics & Physics

University of Tasmania
Hobart, TAS
08.2017

Skills

Certifications & Ratings

  • Commercial Pilot License
  • Class 1 Medical
  • MEA Rating
  • Instrument Rating
  • Dangerous Goods Certificate
  • ASIC

ATPL Exams

  • AHUF Completed
  • Currently studying remaining

Flight Time

  • Total Hours 214
  • Multiengine 32
  • PIC 77
  • Instrument 48
  • Night 6
  • C206 (41 hours)
  • BE58 (22 hours)

Skills

  • Airside Flight Management System
  • Strong computer skills
  • Good written and verbal communication skills
  • Fast learner and strong decision making skills

Timeline

Customer Service / Ground Crew

Par Avion
09.2022 - 06.2023

Plan Manager / Disability Support

Spectrum Vision
05.2020 - 04.2022

Coach / Athlete

Self-Employed / AUS Weightlifting Federation
01.2016 - Current

Surveillance Patrolman

Australian Defence Force
01.2009 - 03.2013

Diploma of Aviation - Instrument Rating

Air Gold Coast

Diploma of Aviation - Commercial Pilot License

Par Avion Flight Training

Bachelor of Science - Mathematics & Physics

University of Tasmania

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