Thomas Craig Waddell
Sans Souci
Summary
I am an experienced NSW Police Officer with eight years in general duties, counter-terrorism, OSG, and POLSA roles. I contribute to strategic awareness, operational leadership, and proven stakeholder engagement. I have experience in high pressure decision making, interagency collaboration, and intelligence reporting. Adaptable, team oriented, and driven to contribute to Australia’s national security through a dynamic intelligence role.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
General Duties
New South Wales Police Force
03.2025 - Current
- Respond to and investigate reported criminal acts.
- Proactively find and disrupt crime.
- Conduct and manage interviews of suspected persons.
- Custody management.
- Prepare, manage and attend local courts regarding matters that I was the Officer In Charge (OIC) for.
- Mediate and liaise with members of the public and government bodies to resolve conflicts.
Operative - Public Order Riot Squad
NSW Police Force
07.2021 - 03.2025
- NSW statewide response for significant incidents or events.
- Attending major public protests and demonstrations.
- Low to medium search warrants.
- Violent prisoner extractions.
- Assist General Duties where additional support is required for violent persons.
- Person, evidence and improvised explosive devices (IED) searches.
- Escort for VIPs, prisoners and property transport.
- Provide specialist response to incidents within Correctional facilities.
- Immediate response to Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear (CBRN) incidents.
- M4 rifle deployment to significant events or incidents.
- Perimeter and cordon operations for high risk incidents.
General Duties - Eastern Beaches PAC
NSW Police Force
04.2017 - 07.2021
- Respond to and investigate reported criminal acts.
- Proactively find and disrupt crime.
- Conduct and manage interviews of suspected persons.
- Custody management.
- Prepare, manage and attend local courts regarding matters that I was the Officer In Charge (OIC) for.
- Mediate and liaise with members of the public and government bodies to resolve conflicts.
Architectural Draftsman
DNA Architects
02.2012 - 08.2016
Site Administrator
Bellevarde Constructions
11.2011 - 02.2012
Special Constable
Strathclyde Police Force
01.2007 - 10.2011
- Responding to and investigating criminal acts.
- Liaising with public bodies and members of the public.
- Obtaining statements from victims and compiling the required paperwork for court matters.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Associate Degree of Policing Practice
Charles Sturt University
Sydney, NSW04.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Architecture
University of Canberra
Canberra, ACT11.2013
High National Certificate - Architectural Technology
Metropolitan College
Glasgow01.2007
Skills
- Operational Training & Leadership: Field Training and Assessment Officer with experience in mentoring and developing frontline personnel in operational protocols and best practice
- Investigative Skills: Completed Investigators Course; experienced in evidence collection, case development, and intelligence integration during criminal and counter-terrorism investigations
- Search and Warrant Execution: Proven ability to plan and execute low to medium risk search warrants, including maritime operations with Marine Area Command Specialist in evidence, person, and improvised explosive device (IED) search procedures
- Tactical Response Capability: Operational Support Group (OSG) trained; skilled in crowd management, high-risk operations, and interagency coordination during critical incidents
- Weapons and Equipment Proficiency: M4 assault rifle operator; trained in use of vehicle-mounted deployments and qualified in urgent response/pursuit driving (Silver and Bronze certified)
- CBRN & Hazardous Environments: Trained in Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear (CBRN) response; certified Breathing Apparatus (BA) operator for operations in high-risk and compromised environments
- Maritime Operations: Certified Small Boat Operative with experience in marine-based enforcement and intelligence collection
- Custody and Compliance Management: Experienced in custody management and regulatory enforcement, with a strong understanding of lawful detention, evidence handling, and detainee rights
Referees
Inspector Richard Strawbridge
NSW Public Order Riot Squad
Ph: 0414 194 132
Email: stra1ric@police.nsw.gov.au
Sergeant Dan Dring
NSW Counter Terrorism Unit
Ph: 0423 270 278
Email: drin1dan@police.nsw.gov.au
Timeline
General Duties
New South Wales Police Force
03.2025 - Current
Operative - Public Order Riot Squad
NSW Police Force
07.2021 - 03.2025
General Duties - Eastern Beaches PAC
NSW Police Force
04.2017 - 07.2021
Architectural Draftsman
DNA Architects
02.2012 - 08.2016
Site Administrator
Bellevarde Constructions
11.2011 - 02.2012
Special Constable
Strathclyde Police Force
01.2007 - 10.2011
Bachelor of Science - Associate Degree of Policing Practice
Charles Sturt University
Bachelor of Arts - Architecture
University of Canberra
High National Certificate - Architectural Technology
Metropolitan College
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