Wayne Nutting
Bairnsdale,VICTORIA (MELBOURNE)
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record at Victorian State Emergency Service, enhancing operational readiness through strategic planning and team development. Expertise in crisis management and software applications drives effective relationship building and operational improvements. A results-oriented approach engages key stakeholders and promotes ethical practices, significantly contributing to organizational success.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Volunteer Support Officer
Victorian State Emergency Service
Bairnsdale, VICTORIA (MELBOURNE)
08.2024 - Current
- Enhance VICSES operational readiness and response capability in supporting the Operations Manager – Unit Support (OM-US) by providing dynamic guidance and support to VICSES Unit Controllers, Management Teams (UMTs), and volunteer members, principally in the areas of the application of the Unit Management Manual, identifying and reporting safety issues, following up on recommendations, and supporting members in reporting conflict and cultural matters.
Mitigate the administrative and compliance burden on units by engaging with UMTs and, on their instruction, preparing and/or completing relevant compliance requirements, reporting requirements, and information requests in accordance with VICSES policy and processes.
In collaboration with relevant Business Service Business Partners, identify and support the Unit Management Team of each unit by assisting the unit with the preparation and submission of grant applications.
Provide administrative support and advice on the delivery and reporting of unit-level projects, authorized activities, and preparation of award nominations.
Regularly attend units to facilitate deliveries and returns, seek feedback, provide guidance, discuss, and resolve or record issues to refer and escalate.
Support VICSES in achieving consistent building, vehicle, and equipment standards for Units through liaison with business partners, including Assets, Infrastructure, and Property departments.
Community Recover Officer
Wellington Shire Council
01.2023 - Current
- Undertake recovery activities and projects to assist individuals and communities impacted by emergency events
- Focus on issues and priorities in the areas of social, economic, environmental and infrastructure recovery
- Build and maintain positive stakeholder relationships both internal and external
- Hold delegation / authorisation to exercise powers as conferred by sections 11 and 47 or Local Government Act 2020 and other legislation referred to in S6 in the role of Municipal Recovery Manager, Municipal Emergency Management Officer
- Support Emergency events in the role of Emergency Management Liaison Officer
Emergency Commander – casual
Diamond Protection
01.2023 - Current
- Supervision of all on duty company and client staff
- Handling of HR/IR issues
- Maintaining positive stakeholder relationships
- Ensuring staff adherence to on-site policies and procedures
- Maintain rosters for best efficiency, maintaining safety and fatigue management
- Maintain all employee Qualification and competency records for on-site and regulatory compliance
- Conduct investigations on behalf of company and client
- Conduct training activities to keep and improve operational efficiency
- Conduct annual Mine Fire awareness Training for all on-site employees
- Promote and lead strong HESQ culture within the organization and ensure employees understand and act per company and clients HESQ Policies
- Take control and provide leadership for the resolution of the incident, including supporting agency commanders
- Access the size or seriousness of the emergency and allocate internal resources accordingly
- Establish a control structure to suit the circumstances of the incident and monitor its performance
- Ensure prompt flow of information, issue warnings and information to Responding emergency services, EMT and client
- Support incoming Incident Controller, provide information to allow multi-agency planning and development and implementation of an Incident Action Plan (IAP) including objectives and strategies to manage the incident
- Oversee the operational functioning of the Emergency Command Centre if operating
Emergency Commander
FALCK
Hazelwood, Victoria
01.2019 - 01.2023
- Company Overview: Falck operates the world’s largest private fire brigade with one of their core areas of operation has been firefighting, and now have more than one hundred years of experience as a fire service provider to both public authorities and industrial clients
- | www.falck.com.au
- Supervision of all on duty company and client staff
- Handling of HR/IR issues
- Maintaining positive stakeholder relationships
- Ensuring staff adherence to on-site policies and procedures
- Maintain rosters for best efficiency, maintaining safety and fatigue management
- Maintain all employee Qualification and competency records for on-site and regulatory compliance
- Conduct investigations on behalf of company and client
- Conduct training activities to keep and improve operational efficiency
- Conduct annual Mine Fire awareness Training for all on-site employees
- Promote and lead strong HESQ culture within the organization and ensure employees understand and act per company and clients HESQ Policies
- Take control and provide leadership for the resolution of the incident, including supporting agency commanders
- Access the size or seriousness of the emergency and allocate internal resources accordingly
- Establish a control structure to suit the circumstances of the incident and monitor its performance
- Ensure prompt flow of information, issue warnings and information to Responding emergency services, EMT and client
- Support incoming Incident Controller, provide information to allow multi-agency planning and development and implementation of an Incident Action Plan (IAP) including objectives and strategies to manage the incident
- Oversee the operational functioning of the Emergency Command Centre if operating
- Falck operates the world’s largest private fire brigade with one of their core areas of operation has been firefighting, and now have more than one hundred years of experience as a fire service provider to both public authorities and industrial clients
- | www.falck.com.au
Operations / Trainer
TOMLINS TRANSPORT
Tooradin, Victoria
01.2014 - 01.2019
- Coordination of Bulk deliveries to clients IFOT
- Training of new employees
- Managing OHS requirements as per company polices
- Driver training
Account Manager – Victoria / Tasmania
ELECTASERV TRADING
Dandenong, Victoria
01.2009 - 01.2014
- Company Overview: ELECTASERV TRADING (Electrical Agencies Pty Ltd) imports and wholesale power tools, household cleaning products, DIY products, hand tools and general hardware items
- The business commenced trading in 1932 and incorporated in 1958
- | www.electaserv.com.au
- Manage and develop key accounts across a variety of trade and retail outlets in Victoria / Tasmania
- Develop marketing plans for key accounts to achieve agreed sales outcomes
- Product training of staff in key accounts
- Develop strategic relationships with key stakeholders
- Plan and deliver advertising campaigns
- Attend trade shows
- Product demonstrations
- Budget planning and forecasting
- Product research and development
- Conduct market research
- Monthly sales and marketing reporting
- ELECTASERV TRADING (Electrical Agencies Pty Ltd) imports and wholesale power tools, household cleaning products, DIY products, hand tools and general hardware items
- The business commenced trading in 1932 and incorporated in 1958
- | www.electaserv.com.au
Hardware Business Development Manager – Victoria / SA
K&H SURFACE TECHNOLOGIES
Dandenong, Victoria
01.2001 - 01.2009
- Company Overview: K&H Surface Technologies Pty Ltd is a privately owned Australian company that was founded in 1961
- Its main activity is to formulate a vast range for chemical products for the automotive, industrial, marine, hardware, construction, and plastic markets
- | www.khst.com.au
- Manage and develop key accounts across a variety of trade and retail outlets in Victoria / SA
- Develop marketing plans for key accounts to achieve agreed sales outcomes
- Product training of staff in key accounts
- Develop strategic relationships with key stakeholders
- Plan and deliver advertising campaigns
- Attend trade shows
- Product demonstrations
- Budget planning and forecasting
- Product research and development
- Conduct market research
- Monthly sales and marketing reporting directly to the MD
- K&H Surface Technologies Pty Ltd is a privately owned Australian company that was founded in 1961
- Its main activity is to formulate a vast range for chemical products for the automotive, industrial, marine, hardware, construction, and plastic markets
- | www.khst.com.au
Education
AIIMS 2017 Principles -
AFAC
01-2025
Certificate - IMT Information And Warnings
Victorian State Emergency Service
12-2024
Certificate - Community Engagement Facilitator
Victorian State Emergency Service
09-2024
Certificate III in Investigative services -
ASSI
01.2022
Conduct Hazard analysis -
ALLENS TRAINING
01.2021
Certificate III in Public Safety - Firefighting and Emergency Operations
CFA
01.2021
Certificate IV Training and Assessing -
Box Hill Institute
01.2019
Certificate II Security Operations -
ITSA
01.2019
Control A Level 2 Incident -
FALCK
01.2019
Identify Risk and Apply Risk Management Processes -
CFA
01.2014
Manage Operations for a Level 2 Incident -
CFA
01.2013
Manage a Multi Team response -
CFA
01.2011
Skills
- Proficient in Crisisworks Application
- Proficient in Comprehensive Report Writing
- Operational Leadership
- Strategic Direction Planning
- Empowering Team Development
- Evaluate HR Requirements
- Efficient Resource Management
- Budget-Conscious Program Oversight
- Building Professional Relationships
- Effective Stakeholder Engagement
- Operational Improvement Insights
- Proficient in Software Applications
- Skilled in Global Communication Strategies
- Engage Key Stakeholders Effectively
- Facilitate Strategic Initiatives
- Encourage Ethical Practices
- Exhibit Strong Initiative
- Consultative Client Assistance
- Show Respectful Communication
- After-Action Review Facilitation
- Regulatory Compliance Expertise
- Maintain accurate manual and computerised records
- Meet all regulatory and compliance requirements
- Elevated level of integrity, dependable, and results-driven
- Maintain a positive, polite, and helpful approach
- Thrives in challenging fast-paced environments
- Identify resources to complete work tasks
- Engage with others to share or seek information
- Promote a positive work environment
- Ability to meet deadlines and conflicting priorities
- Risk identification, mitigation, and management capabilities
- Contribute to improving policies and procedures
Tickets Training Licences
- WORKING WITH CHILDREN CHECK EMPLOYEE
- CONSTRUCTION WHITE CARD
Awards
- 2009, CFA 10 YEAR SERVICE MEDAL, REGION 8
- 2012, CFA 15 YEAR CLASP, CFA – D08
- 2013, NATIONAL EMERGENCY MEDAL – VICTORIA 2009 FIRES, CRAIG LAPSLEY ASM
- 2017, CFA 20 YEAR CLASP, CFA – D08
- 2018, NATIONAL MEDAL, CANBERRA
- 2023, CFA 25 YEAR SERVICE MEDAL, CFA – D10
Voluntary Experience
- 10/09/97, 09/03/98, PROBATIONARY, PAKENHAM
- 12/01/00, 30/06/01, ACTIVE, PAKENHAM
- 01/07/01, 09/07/02, 4TH LIEUTENANT, PAKENHAM
- 10/07/02, 30/06/03, 2ND LIEUTENANT, PAKENHAM
- 01/07/03, 30/06/05, 3RD LIEUTENANT, PAKENHAM
- 01/07/05, 30/06/07, 1ST LIEUTENANT, PAKENHAM
- 01/07/07, 30/06/09, 2ND LIEUTENANT, PAKENHAM
- 01/07/08, 30/06/12, 3RD DEPUTY GROUP OFFICER, CARDINIA
- 01/07/09, 30/06/11, 1ST LIEUTENANT, PAKENHAM
- 01/07/11, 30/06/15, 2ND LIEUTENANT, PAKENHAM
- 01/07/12, 30/06/14, 2ND DEPUTY GROUP OFFICER, CARDINIA
- 01/07/14, 30/06/14, GROUP TRAINING COORDINATOR, PAKENHAM
- 01/07/14, 30/06/16, GROUP OFFICER, CARDINIA
- 01/07/16, 30/06/18, GROUP OFFICER, CARDINIA
- 01/07/18, 30/06/20, GROUP OFFICER, CARDINIA
- 01/07/20, 29/03/21, GROUP OFFICER, CARDINIA
- 07/07/21, Current, FIREFIGHTER / TRAINER AND ASSESSOR, MAFFRA
Operational History
- 2023, DUFFY RD BRIAGOLONG / LOCH SPORT FIRES AND FLOODS, MEMO / RECOVERY OFFICER
- 2019/20, GIPPSLAND FIRES, STRIKE TEAM LEADER / DUTY OFFICER
- 2019, BUNYIP FIRES, SECTOR COMMANDER
- 2014, HAZELWOOD MINE FIRE / MORWELL FIRES, STRIKE TEAM LEADER / SECTOR COMMANDER
- 2009, BLACK SATURDAY FIRES, STRIKE TEAM LEADER
- 2007/08, MUDGEE NSW, DEPUTY STRIKE TEAM LEADER
- 2006/07, GREAT DIVIDE FIRES, CREW LEADER
- 2003, NORTHEAST FIRES, FIREFIGHTER / STRIKE TEAM
Certification
- VICSES Operations Officer Level 2 Accreditation.
Timeline
Volunteer Support Officer
Victorian State Emergency Service
08.2024 - Current
Community Recover Officer
Wellington Shire Council
01.2023 - Current
Emergency Commander – casual
Diamond Protection
01.2023 - Current
Emergency Commander
FALCK
01.2019 - 01.2023
Operations / Trainer
TOMLINS TRANSPORT
01.2014 - 01.2019
Account Manager – Victoria / Tasmania
ELECTASERV TRADING
01.2009 - 01.2014
Hardware Business Development Manager – Victoria / SA
K&H SURFACE TECHNOLOGIES
01.2001 - 01.2009
AIIMS 2017 Principles -
AFAC
Certificate - IMT Information And Warnings
Victorian State Emergency Service
Certificate - Community Engagement Facilitator
Victorian State Emergency Service
Certificate III in Investigative services -
ASSI
Conduct Hazard analysis -
ALLENS TRAINING
Certificate III in Public Safety - Firefighting and Emergency Operations
CFA
Certificate IV Training and Assessing -
Box Hill Institute
Certificate II Security Operations -
ITSA
Control A Level 2 Incident -
FALCK
Identify Risk and Apply Risk Management Processes -
CFA
Manage Operations for a Level 2 Incident -
CFA
Manage a Multi Team response -
CFA
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