Josh Belsham

Josh Belsham

Sailing Instructor

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Marine Trainer and Boating Safety Advocate

  • Education

    • BSchool

      2014 - 2015
      Diploma of Business - Currently completing BSB50207

      RE-EDUCATING EDUCATIONThe inspiration for Ryan Trainor and David Trewern was to create an education model they would have liked to use during their journey. People think there is no science behind being an entrepreneur. The reality is there is a method. BSchool brings this method to life.When it came to traditional business education, education had no plan B. The shift we are making in education is all about transferring experiences to you from those who have travelled the… Show more RE-EDUCATING EDUCATIONThe inspiration for Ryan Trainor and David Trewern was to create an education model they would have liked to use during their journey. People think there is no science behind being an entrepreneur. The reality is there is a method. BSchool brings this method to life.When it came to traditional business education, education had no plan B. The shift we are making in education is all about transferring experiences to you from those who have travelled the journey already. We see our role as educational curators building an entrepreneurial ecosystem to support you on your journey.Some of the core business principles you will learn during the BSchool foundation course include: marketing and product development, branding and communication, the power of digital marketing, leadership and recruitment, lean thinking and project management, finance, raising capital and innovation. Show less

    • Queensland Training Network

      2012 - 2012
      Certificate IV Training & Assessment TAE40110

      QUEENSLAND TRAINING NETWORK is a boutique Registered Training Organisation with a vision to provide support to other RTO’s through our quality assurance division and to deliver quality training programs and just-in-time short courses that meet the needs of both business and industry.We specialise in Business Services, Training and Assessment, Management and Staff Training – and we are committed to doing it well.Providing services to the Vocational Education and Training industry… Show more QUEENSLAND TRAINING NETWORK is a boutique Registered Training Organisation with a vision to provide support to other RTO’s through our quality assurance division and to deliver quality training programs and just-in-time short courses that meet the needs of both business and industry.We specialise in Business Services, Training and Assessment, Management and Staff Training – and we are committed to doing it well.Providing services to the Vocational Education and Training industry since 1987, our experience includes, curriculum design and development, delivery of training in the public and private sectors and RTO consultancy services to assist other registered training organisations meet compliance. Show less

    • Axiom College

      2005 - 2005
      Certificate IV Workplace Training & Assessment BSZ40198

      Since 1994, Axiom College a Supervising Registered Training Organisation (RTO), has provided skilling solutions and training through our Nationally Recognised Certificate to Diploma courses, as well as numerous short courses relevant to each key area of business. Our clients include people from government, private sector, community organisations as well as members of the general public.

    • Gold Coast Institute of TAFE

      2005 - 2005
      Certificate II Transport Operations & Distribution Maritime Operations

      Our programs have been designed in close consultation with business and industry. When our students complete their studies with us, they will have the necessary skills and knowledge to ensure a competitive advantage when entering the workforce or moving onto further education. Whether a student joins us straight from school or after years in the workforce, we will work with them in the pursuit of their goals.We want people to succeed, and we believe that the skills and knowledge… Show more Our programs have been designed in close consultation with business and industry. When our students complete their studies with us, they will have the necessary skills and knowledge to ensure a competitive advantage when entering the workforce or moving onto further education. Whether a student joins us straight from school or after years in the workforce, we will work with them in the pursuit of their goals.We want people to succeed, and we believe that the skills and knowledge acquired through study and work with TAFE Queensland Gold Coast helps people to do just that. We also believe that the contributions we make within our community contribute to the success of our community, and we are justifiably proud of that. Show less

    • Iona College - Brisbane Australia

      1995 - 2002
      High School 12

      Iona College seeks to provide a dynamic Catholic learning community within the Oblate spirit, so that its members are faith-filled, resilient, courageous, well-balanced and prepared to make a difference.The College’s holistic approach to education includes faith development, personal growth, physical development, social and emotional growth, skill development, academic achievement and an appreciation of the arts. This approach is achieved only with the cooperation and support of staff… Show more Iona College seeks to provide a dynamic Catholic learning community within the Oblate spirit, so that its members are faith-filled, resilient, courageous, well-balanced and prepared to make a difference.The College’s holistic approach to education includes faith development, personal growth, physical development, social and emotional growth, skill development, academic achievement and an appreciation of the arts. This approach is achieved only with the cooperation and support of staff, parents and students.Iona College understands that the dreams and talents of each student are unique, therefore courses and curricula, wherever possible, are designed to meet the needs of each boy. Individual monitoring and flexibility in curriculum design are important features of the College.Our Charter is a statement of Oblate Catholic Education as applied to the culture and ethos of Iona College. Show less

  • Experience

    • Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron

      Jan 1999 - Jan 2005
      Sailing Instructor

      Instructors introduce and teach new skills and knowledge, as set out in the learn to sail and powerboat program syllabi, to course participants. Instructors are crucial in ensuring that participants have a fantastic first experience in sailing and progress along the sailing pathway.

    • Josh Belsham Marine Training

      Oct 2003 - now
      Director
    • Allstate Boat Licensing & Training

      Apr 2004 - now
      BoatSafe Training Provider

      Major Achievements: ABLT now has over 30% market share and is recognised as the Number 1 Approved Maritime Safety Queensland Boat Safe Training OrganisationJob Roles: Train and assess for the competence of Boat and Jet Ski Licensing on behalf of Maritime Safety Queensland, port to port delivery of vessels, participation on boating safety advisory committees, filming of boating safety videos, management committee, marketing, enrolments, vessel maintenance, RTO compliance, auditing Show less

    • Yachting Queensland

      Sept 2010 - Nov 2013
      Training & Compliance Officer

      Major Achievements: Wrote their Code of Practice and Training & Assessment Tools and successfully launched a new participation program across QueenslandJob Roles: Compliance of 17 Discover Sailing Centres, 80 Marine Teachers, 20 Boat Safe Training Providers and over 300 instructors throughout Queensland, auditing, maintain compliance with Queensland Government, sail training vessels, aquatic event permits, facilitation, events coordination, sponsorships, grant writing, website maintenance, RTO compliance, State Tackers Leader, project management, new business development, staff development and the development and maintenance of safety management system templates Show less

    • Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron

      Nov 2013 - Jan 2015
      Training Coordinator, Club Sailing & Regatta Manager

      Major Achievements: Overhauled their training systems, developed a new training timetable and successfully negotiated the bid for a number of National and International regattas to be held between 2015 and 2018Job Roles: Principal of Yachting Australia Discover Sailing Centre, enrolments, staff training, volunteer training, maintain compliance with regulatory bodies, aquatic event permits, traineeships, school sailing coordination, marketing, sponsorships, grant writing, project management, website maintenance, event coordination, club racing and regatta management, budgeting, database maintenance, recruiting, development and maintenance of safety management systems and manage 3 staff, 60 instructors and 160 volunteers Show less

    • SOUTHPORT YACHT CLUB INC

      Jan 2015 - Dec 2015
      Sailing Officer

      My role at Southport Yacht Club was centered around event organisation, sport administration, vocational training and customer service.

    • Sam Allen Wholesale

      Aug 2018 - Mar 2025
      Internal Sales Representative
    • Marine Rescue QLD

      Mar 2025 - now
      Capability & Development Coordinator
  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Construction Safety Induction - Blue Card

      Blue Dog Training
      Sept 2008
    • BoatSafe Training Provider

      Maritime Safety Queensland
      Apr 2005
    • Coxswain

      Maritime Safety Queensland
      Apr 2005
    • Responsible Service of Alcohol

      Tourism College of Australia
      Nov 2002
    • Marine Radio Operators Certificate of Proficiency

      Australian Communications and Media Authority
      Jun 2002
    • Senior Keelboat Instructor

      Yachting Australia
      Sept 2012
    • Senior Powerboat Instructor

      Yachting Australia
      May 2012
    • Positive Notice Blue Card

      Commission for Children and Young People and Child Guardians
      Apr 2012
    • Senior Dinghy Sailing Instructor

      Yachting Australia
      Aug 2011
    • Apply First Aid

      Australian College of Health and Safety
      Jan 2011
  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Josh Belsham
      Excellence in Hospitality Tourism College of Australia Nov 2002
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Skipper

      Issued by Brisbane Coast Guard on Apr 2004
      Brisbane Coast GuardAssociated with Josh Belsham