Darren Wadsworth

Experience

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  Queensland Police Service

  Jan 2000 - Jan 2008

  Police Officer

  • Investigation of offences, first response, conflict resolution, negotiation, arrest & detention of offenders, prisoner care & supervision, & liaison with other emergency services;• Basic explosive searches & investigation in relation to improvised explosive devices & explosive substances;• Relieving duties with Whitsunday Water Police including investigations at ports & marinas within the region;• Witness & suspect interviews;• Report preparation for coronial inquests;• Preparation of briefs of evidence. Show less

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  CIB & Stock Investigation Squad

  Jan 2000 - Jan 2008

  Detective

  • Initiate & conduct investigations into all manner of livestock related complaints including theft, unlawful use, unlawful killing or maltreatment;• Responsible for large geographical areas of operation, often autonomously;• Interview and take statements from complainants & witnesses;• Conduct electronic records of interview with suspects;• Prepare briefs of evidence for court preparation;• Attendance and inspection duties at livestock sales;• Inspection duties at slaughterhouses, meatworks, abattoirs, and butcher shops;• Network and liaise with industry stakeholders, including graziers, stock & station agents, cattle buyers, transport operators, produce agency staff, and saleyard staff. Show less

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  Queensland Fire & Rescue Service

  Jan 2006 - now

  Auxiliary Fire Fighter

  • General Fire Fighting and Rescue Practices including the preservation of life and properties;• Inspection of private and commercial properties for the purpose of compliance with Fire and Rescue Service Act. Safe, adequate and effective operations of fire suppression and warning systems;• Rescue Operations including Road Accident Rescue, Vertical Rescue and Swift Water Rescue;• First response, containment and clean up in relation to HAZMAT incidents,• Hazard Reduction burns in conjunction with other agencies including Rural Fire Services;• Ongoing training and development in all aspects of fire prevention, firefighting, HAZMAT incidents, rescue techniques and Work Place Health and Safety issues. Show less

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  Dyno Nobel Millennium Coal Mine, BMA Norwich Park Mine Dysart, & Downer EDI Blasting Services

  Jan 2008 - Jan 2014

  Shot Firer & Relief Supervisor

  • Safely and efficiently design, load and initiate blasts;• Ensure magazine records are true and correct;• Disposing of blasting explosives;• Handling misfires;• Supervise the transfer and handling of bulk Ammonium Nitrate and Ammonium Nitrate emulsions;• Completion of mandatory Shot Firers diary and Shot Firer reports;• Conduct secondary blasting in ROM hoppers;• Oversee Drill and Blast activities.

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  Blackspur Pty Ltd Rangeview Station

  Mar 2014 - Aug 2014

  Contract Stockman

  • Conduct property inspections and maintenance, musters, and process stock;• Attend to all animal husbandry requirements of horses and cattle;• Maintenance of numerous watering points including dams, windmills, and motorised bores;• Inspect and maintain both internal and boundary fencing;• Maintain and service station plant and equipment including heavy machinery, light vehicles and motorcycles.

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  Department of Transport and Main Roads - Maritime Safety Queensland

  Aug 2014 - now

  Marine Officer

  • Conduct investigations into marine based incidents including pollution violations, boating incidents, and interactions;• Monitoring of Domestic Commercial Vessels to ensure compliance with National Law;• Monitoring of recreational vessels to ensure compliance with State Legislation and Regulations.• Liaise with industry stakeholders in relation to improving safety standards;• Assist in examining industry employees for marine based qualifications;• Collect evidence and prepare briefs of evidence for court prosecution in relation to breaches of National and State maritime law. Show less

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  BMA Goonyella-Riverside Mine

  Jun 2018 - Jun 2020

  Shotfirer
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  BM

  Jun 2020 - now

  Shotfirer at BMA Saraji Mine