Wade Millington
Kallangur,QLD
Summary
Accomplished police detective with extensive experience at Victoria Police, specializing in investigative techniques and leadership. Successfully led complex and sensitive investigations, and compiled critical reports, significantly enhancing public safety. Recognized for strong analytical skills and effective risk assessment, resulting in substantial custodial sentences. Demonstrated ability to mentor new detectives and establish standard operating procedures.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
POLICE DETECTIVE
Victoria Police - Transit Crime Investigation Unit
07.2022 - 05.2025
- Facilitated safety briefings and conducted risk assessments for ongoing investigations.
- Managed crime scenes involving multiple victims and offenders to ensure public and officer safety.
- Authored detailed reports for supervisors, management, stakeholders, and court proceedings.
- Investigated serious crimes including robberies, sexual assaults, physical assaults, and suspicious deaths.
- Handled internal complaints related to bullying, sexual harassment, and conflicts of interest.
- Provided leadership and guidance to aspiring detectives during over 24 months as a gazetted Detective.
- Conducted high-quality suspect interviews featured in Victoria Police Academy training programs.
- Supervised complex crime scene investigations while adhering to evidentiary standards.
ACTING DETECTIVE
Victoria Police - Transit Divisional Response Unit
10.2021 - 07.2022
- Conducted investigations into property crimes, including vehicle theft, burglaries, and criminal damage.
- Executed complex investigations involving multiple victims, offenders, and linked crime scenes.
- Developed standard operating procedures for onboarding new team members.
- Received nominations from Detective Sergeants to join Transit Crime Investigation Unit for specialized assignments.
CONSTABLE
Victoria Police
09.2019 - 10.2021
- Conducted vehicle and foot patrols in high-risk areas to deter criminal activity.
- Responded to and managed dynamic emergency calls, including incidents involving suicidal individuals and armed suspects.
- Compiled evidence briefs and provided sworn testimony in bail applications and contested hearings.
- Executed a 12-month secondment in Transit Central LAC Tasking Team for specialist operations, including plain clothes surveillance.
- Oversaw complex investigations into Drug Trafficking of Commercial Quantity, resulting in significant custodial sentences.
- Achieved a 12-month secondment as Acting Detective in Transit Divisional Response Unit due to leadership and high brief statistics.
Education
Advanced Diploma of Police Investigation -
Detective Training School
12.2024
Qualified SOCIT Operative, Specialist Sex Assault Interviewer - Sexual Offences And Child Abuse/Visual Audio Recorded Evidence Course
Victoria Police
12.2024
Diploma of Policing -
Victoria Police
12.2021
Certificate III Correctional Practice -
Corrections Victoria
12.2018
Certificate III Sport and Recreation -
Sportsready Education & Employment
12.2013
Skills
- Investigative techniques
- Leadership skills
- Report writing
- Interviewing
- Evidence collection
- Risk assessment
- Analytical mindset
References
- Lee Evans, Detective Sergeant, Victoria Police, 0422 211 672
- Huy Nguyen, Detective Sergeant, Victoria Police, 0416 285 207
Timeline
POLICE DETECTIVE
Victoria Police - Transit Crime Investigation Unit
07.2022 - 05.2025
ACTING DETECTIVE
Victoria Police - Transit Divisional Response Unit
10.2021 - 07.2022
CONSTABLE
Victoria Police
09.2019 - 10.2021
Advanced Diploma of Police Investigation -
Detective Training School
Qualified SOCIT Operative, Specialist Sex Assault Interviewer - Sexual Offences And Child Abuse/Visual Audio Recorded Evidence Course
Victoria Police
Diploma of Policing -
Victoria Police
Certificate III Correctional Practice -
Corrections Victoria
Certificate III Sport and Recreation -
Sportsready Education & Employment