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Work History
Education
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Tristan Forkin

Secret Harbour,Western Australia

Summary

Proactive and results-driven professional with five years experience in the Royal Australian Navy. Specialising in Aviation Support, adaptive in emergency response. Excelled in leadership roles, enhancing team productivity and operational readiness. Demonstrates exceptional communication and critical thinking skills, ensuring safety and compliance.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Aviation Support Sailor

Royal Australian Navy
04.2020 - Current
  • Developed valuable skills in aviation, firefighting, damage control, security measures, and first aid through rigorous training programs.
  • Instructed aviation fire fighting, ships internal fire fighting, toxic hazards and flooding.
  • Supported aviation capabilities and humanitarian missions at sea. Conducting aircraft marshalling, launching and landing procedures onboard the ship, stowing aircraft, fuelling operations.
  • Maintained strong knowledge of aviation firefighting principles and suppression methods, which enabled proper decision-making in emergency situations.
  • Increased operational readiness through thorough training exercises and drills for emergency situations.
  • Supported damage control efforts during emergencies by quickly identifying issues and applying appropriate countermeasures.
  • Performed essential maintenance tasks on deck equipment, ensuring all gear was in optimal condition for use during operations.
  • Enhanced teamwork among crew members through regular training exercises and collaboration in high-pressure situations.

Sign Writer Tradesman

Visual Impact
12.2018 - 04.2020
  • Evaluated job sites before beginning work, identifying potential hazards or obstructions that could impact the installation process.
  • Effectively managed multiple concurrent assignments while maintaining a high level of attention to detail and adherence to quality standards.
  • Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to industry best practices and safety regulations during sign installations.
  • Established strong relationships with clients through clear communication and reliable service delivery during each project phase.
  • Enhanced team productivity by effectively coordinating tasks and managing resources for sign installation projects.

Lifeguard

Royal Life Saving
12.2015 - 04.2020
  • Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
  • Ensured swimmer safety by vigilantly monitoring pool area and enforcing rules.
  • Monitored safety of guests in and around swimming pool.
  • Handled incident reporting accurately and efficiently, documenting any occurrences that required intervention or assistance from lifeguard staff.
  • Maintained a clean and safe facility, performing necessary cleaning tasks on a daily basis.
  • Prevented accidents through regular equipment inspections and maintenance.

Education

Comet Bay High School
Perth WA
12-2015

Skills

  • Emergency response procedures
  • Aviation ground support
  • Safety regulations compliance
  • Critical thinking
  • Continuous learning attitude
  • Decision-making under pressure
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Time management
  • Flexible and adaptable
  • Excellent communication

Accomplishments

  • Commanding Officer Commendation for exceptional application of skills and devotion to duties as a member of the air execution department in HMAS Canberra (19th September 2023).
  • Most Outstanding Trainee of 02/20 AVN IET Course, demonstrating outstanding personal development, accumulating the skills and professional competence of an AVN, above and beyond fellow students (13th November 2020).

Certification

Australia Defence Force Qualifications -

  • Aircraft Director Course 02/23
  • VERTREP Load Supervisor
  • AVN IET Program
  • Basic Aviation Support
  • DFSB Risk Management Foundation & Immediate Course
  • Spinal Management for Extraction of Personnel
  • Holmatro Medium Rescue Kit
  • First Aid Certification
  • Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)

Civilian Qualifications -

  • Gas test atmospheres MSMWHS217
  • Enter and work in confined spaces RIIWHS202E
  • Work safely at heights RIIWHS204E
  • Occupational Health and Safety Construction Induction White Card 1016768
  • Provide CPR HLTAID009
  • Provide basic emergency life support HLTAID010
  • Provide first aid HLTAID011
  • HLTAID014 Provide Advanced First Aid
  • RIIERR201E Conduct Fire Team Operations
  • RII30719 Certificate III in Emergency Response and Rescue

Timeline

Aviation Support Sailor

Royal Australian Navy
04.2020 - Current

Sign Writer Tradesman

Visual Impact
12.2018 - 04.2020

Lifeguard

Royal Life Saving
12.2015 - 04.2020

Comet Bay High School
Tristan Forkin