Stephen McGuire
Flemington,Victoria
Summary
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Results-driven training professional with strong focus on team collaboration and achieving outcomes. Known for adaptability and reliability, excelling in developing and delivering engaging training programs. Expertise in curriculum development, instructional design, and performance evaluation. Recognized for excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Builder Carpenter
Self-employeed
01.2014 - Current
- Used personal expertise and craftsmanship to complete residential and commercial renovations.
- Solved complex construction issues promptly with creative problem-solving abilities, preventing costly delays or compromises in quality.
- Mentored apprentices & Labours to undertake trade activities in a safe manner.
- Developed innovative solutions to overcome construction challenges, ensuring projects stayed on schedule.
- Built strong relationships with clients by understanding and meeting their specific requirements.
- Led construction of environmentally sustainable buildings, contributing to community eco-initiatives.
- Achieved consistently high-quality finishes
- Ensured compliance with all building codes and regulations, avoiding legal issues and fines.
Trainer
Kangan Institute
01.2011 - 01.2014
- Enhanced trainee engagement through interactive workshops and hands-on activities.
- Collaborated with subject matter experts to create accurate training content.
- Provided one-on-one mentoring to help individuals reach their full potential as an apprentice
- Developed customized training materials for various industries, ensuring relevance to the target audience.
- Advanced organizational goals through strategic development of training initiatives aligned with company objectives.
- Enhanced training accessibility, converting traditional materials into e-learning formats.
- Increased employee competency with creation of targeted skill development paths.
- Improved learning outcomes with application of adult learning principles in all training programs.
- Developed job-specific competencies and performance standards.
- Developed lesson plans, instructional materials and written practice tests for Carpentry & Safety's training courses.
- Designed and delivered web-based, self-directed learning materials. Using moodle student learning system.
Apprenticeship Mentor
VECCI Apprenticeship Services
08.2010 - 12.2011
- Provide a mentoring and support program for young apprentices within skill shortage trades.
- The role focused on making regular contact with apprentices
- face to face and or over the phone.
- Check in with how they where going in their apprenticeship
- Delivered guidance when necessary.
- Program Achieved a 22% increase in Apprenticeship retention.
Trainer Coordinator (Building & Construction)
Aust Technical College Ferntree Gully
01.2006 - 12.2011
- Monitored industry trends to ensure continued relevance of course offerings in a rapidly changing business landscape.
- Leveraged technology to enhance the overall effectiveness of delivered training content.
- Enhanced training efficiency by developing and implementing well-structured lesson plans.
- Managed budgets for training programs, keeping expenses within established guidelines while maintaining high-quality offerings.
- Tested and evaluated students on materials presented in workshops and classes.
- Observed and adopted new techniques from skilled instructors and lecturers.
- Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
- Oversaw curriculum development and implementation in alignment with best practices.
- Optimized day-to-day instruction to align educational strategies with industry best practices.
- Promoted classroom safety, collaboration, and best practices.
- Developed and clearly presented classroom rules, guidelines and objectives.
- Built and maintained professional relationships with vendors and suppliers.
- Developed lesson plans, instructional materials and written practice tests Carpentry and Cabinetry making training courses.
Education
Certificate III - Carpentry & Building
NMIT
Heidelberg, VIC01-2014
Certificate IV TAA 40104 - Workplace Training And Assessment
Melbourne University
Parkville, VIC01-2008
Diploma of Business - Business Studies
Central Institute of Technology New Zealand
New Zealand Skills
- Training delivery
- Mentoring
- Curriculum Design
- Assessment creation
- Critical thinking
- Classroom management
- Lesson planning
- Group and individual instruction
- Innovative lesson planning
Timeline
Builder Carpenter
Self-employeed
01.2014 - Current
Trainer
Kangan Institute
01.2011 - 01.2014
Apprenticeship Mentor
VECCI Apprenticeship Services
08.2010 - 12.2011
Trainer Coordinator (Building & Construction)
Aust Technical College Ferntree Gully
01.2006 - 12.2011
Certificate III - Carpentry & Building
NMIT
Certificate IV TAA 40104 - Workplace Training And Assessment
Melbourne University
Diploma of Business - Business Studies
Central Institute of Technology New Zealand
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