- Hiking
- Embracing outdoor adventures such as bird watching
- Enjoy hobbies that combine physical activity with outdoor exploration
- Gardening
- Music
- Crafting and DIY Projects
- Interior Design & Architecture
- I enjoy cooking for friends and family gatherings
Tariq Suleman
Dandenong,VIC
Summary
Dynamic Biosecurity Inspector with a proven track record at the Department of Agriculture Fisheries and Forestry, excelling in quality control and inspection reporting. Expert in conducting risk-based inspections and stakeholder engagement, leveraging strong analytical skills to drive compliance and enhance operational efficiency in high-stakes environments.
Professional with strong background in inspection, ready to ensure quality and compliance. Skilled in identifying issues, maintaining safety standards, and utilizing precision tools effectively. Known for fostering team collaboration and adapting to changing requirements. Reliable, results-driven, with keen eye for detail and commitment to excellence.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Biosecurity Inspector
Depart of Agriculture Fisheries and Forestry
Melbourne, VIC
03.2020 - Current
- Compliance and Enforcement: Conduct risk-based inspections of imported cargo across diverse commodities, utilising the AIMS system to enforce biosecurity legislation and prevent non-compliance. Make authoritative ,on-the-spot decisions in alignment with policy, protecting Australia's agricultural and environmental sectors.
- Targeted Operations: Selected for A newly formed specialist team focusing on high-risk, non-compliant importers. Perform in-depth analysis during inspections to draw evidence-based conclusions, directly supporting investigations and enforcement actions.
- Stakeholder Engagement & Reporting: Liaise effectively between frontline operations,leadership, and cross-functional teams within the Compliance Environment Division (CED). Prepare and deliver clear, accurate inspection findings and reports to inform strategic decisions.
- Process & Knowledge Leadership: Maintain expert-level knowledge of evolving biosecurity regulations,policies, and decision support materials. Prioritise a dynamic workload and adapt resources to consistently meet critical service standards in a high-stakes environment.
Postal Transport Officer
Australia Post
Port Melbourne, VIC
08.2014 - 03.2020
- Logistics & Distribution: Safely operated company vans to collect, transport, and deliver mail articles between processing facilities, retail outlets, delivery centres and client premises with consistent accuracy and timeliness.
- Customer Service Excellence: Maintained high service standards through professional communication, courteous interaction and efficient problem-solving when addressing client needs across various service points.
- Route Optimization & Adaptability: Mastered complex metropolitan road networks and adapted quickly to route changes, geographical challenges, and dynamic scheduling to consistently meet strict delivery deadlines in a face-paced environment.
- Administrative Compliance: Diligently completed all daily client documentation and transport logs, ensuring accurate record-keeping and administrative compliance with Australia Post procedures.
- Safety Leadership: Upheld exemplary Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) standards through proactive vehicle checks, safe driving practices, and adherence to all safety protocols, contributing to a zero-incident safety record
Youth Justice Worker
Department of Human Services
Parkville, VIC
09.2012 - 05.2014
- Rehabilitation & Case Management: Counselled and mentored young offenders to promote positive behavioural change, develop life skills, and support successful reintegration into the community to reduce the rates of re-offending.
- Documentation & Reporting: Monitored and documented client behaviours daily, compiling detailed reports for case files and court proceedings. Conducted fortnightly file audits to ensure 100% accuracy and compliance with departmental record-keeping standards.
- Stakeholder Collaboration & Communication: Liaised effectively with government and non-government agencies,legal representatives, families, and internal teams during daily briefings to coordinate care strategies and share critical information.
- Safety, Security & Compliance: Conducted systematic room and facility searches for contraband, performing regular internal/external safety checks to identify and report hazards, ensuring a secure environment for clients and staff.
- Crisis Intervention & Training: Applied advanced de-escalation and conflict resolution techniques, supported by regular Prevention of Violence training to manage high-risk situations and maintain safety protocols.
Transit Officer
Queensland Rail
Brisbane, QLD
03.2008 - 09.2011
- Revenue Protection & Compliance: Enforced fare compliance across the TransLink network by interpreting and applying relevant state legislation and company policy, issuing infringement notices, and providing evidence for court proceedings.
- Public Safety & Incident Management: Resolved difficult and potentially dangerous situations through on-the-spot decision making, advanced conflict resolution and de-escalation techniques ensuring passenger and staff safety.
- Customer Service & Liaison: Delivered high quality service by identifying passenger needs, promoting network products, and acting as the primary liaison with Queensland Police Service during joint operations.
- Leadership & Operational Coordination: Frequently appointed as Officer in Charge during police operations, responsible for briefing teams, clarifying procedure, and ensuring all personnel understand operational objectives and safety expectations.
- Security & Systems Monitoring: Performed proactive safety and security patrols across the rail network, reported all incidents and hazards, and participated in risk assessment meeting to enhance overall network security.
Education
High School Diploma -
Mac Gregor High
Brisbane, QLDDiploma - Justice Studies
Yeeronga Tafe
Yeronga, QLDCertificate - Customer Service
Customer Service Institute of Australia
Certificate II - Business
Customer Service Institute of Australia
No Degree - Working From Heights
Pinnacle Training
Brisbane, QLDSkills
- Quality control
- Visual inspections
- Inspection reporting
- Training and mentoring
Accomplishments
Selected for the newly formed Targeted Operations Team, a specialist unit focussed on high-risk, non compliant importers,placing Biosecurity Officers at the forefront of proactive inspections and enforcement actions.
Interests
Awards
Awarded the 2023 Secretary Award (Working Together) for critical contributions as part of a core team that addressed a major biosecurity challenge: the inspection and management of a historically high volume of contaminated vehicle imports at the Port of Melbourne.
Timeline
Biosecurity Inspector
Depart of Agriculture Fisheries and Forestry
03.2020 - Current
Postal Transport Officer
Australia Post
08.2014 - 03.2020
Youth Justice Worker
Department of Human Services
09.2012 - 05.2014
Transit Officer
Queensland Rail
03.2008 - 09.2011
High School Diploma -
Mac Gregor High
Diploma - Justice Studies
Yeeronga Tafe
Certificate - Customer Service
Customer Service Institute of Australia
Certificate II - Business
Customer Service Institute of Australia
No Degree - Working From Heights
Pinnacle Training