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CV for Danny Smyth
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DANNY SMYTH
DANNY OVERVIEW
A versatile, confident decision
maker who is dependable and self
motivated.
A confident public speaker who
can communicate key messages
and can work well within group
situations where a team effort is
needed.
Excellent leadership abilities,
high energy, able to work
independently, professional
demeanour, mature judgement
and works well under pressure.
Experienced in areas of
lifeguarding, jetski rescue
operations, first aid &
resuscitation training, exercise
science, personal training and
outdoor education.
CV for Danny Smyth
PERSONAL DETAILS
Name: Danny Smyth
Address: 17 Daglish StreetWembley WA 6014
Phone: Mobile: +61 410 009 458 Home: (08) 9381 3138
Email: [email protected]
Education:Bachelor of Exercise & Sport Science – Notre Dame University (2014)
Lifeguard work history:
2009 – Present
2015
2014
2014
2012
2010
Other work history:
2013
2014
2010-Present
2011
2010
2010
Lifeguard, Surf Life Saving Western Australia (SLSWA)
Lifeguard, USLA – California, USA
Trainer and Assessor (SLSWA) - Emergency Rescue Water Operations (Jetski)
Lifeguard, Kwadakuza - South Africa, Durban
Lifeguard, RNLI – United Kingdom, Cornwall
Lifeguard, ALS - Northern NSW, Australia
Sports Trainer, Wembley Football Club
Personal Trainer, Notre Dame University, Fremantle
Outdoor Education Assistant Teacher, Newman College
Worksite Labouring, Peter McEntee Construction
Swim Instructor, Department of Education - Cottesloe Beach, WA
First Aid & Resuscitation Presenter, SLSWA
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LIFEGUARD HISTORY DETAILS
National Lifeguarding: Perth Metropolitan, South West WA, Northern NSW
International Lifeguarding: USA 2015, South Africa 2014, England 2012
2009– Present: Lifeguard, Surf Life Saving Western Australia
Experience: Beach Inspector for City Beach, Perth (all year round) Peak summer (Dec/Jan) lifeguarding Yallingup, WA which received the most
rescues award 2014/15 and highly renowned for dangerous surf Assisting with the development of newly patrolled beaches Preventative actions of potential hazards First aid and emergency response Ability to recognise potential hazards/risks that could impact on public safety on
and off the beach Enforcing rules and laws made by local councils Handling of expensive and high maintenance equipment Working independently and with team members Work closely with the helicopter shark/rescue patrol, surfcom radio operations,
police, ambulance, volunteer surf club organisations, local councils and rangers.
2015: Lifeguard, USLA – California, USAExperience:
First Australian lifeguard to work for organisation Assisted in development programs including the junior lifeguards program Performed major medicals and rescues Senior guard at busiest and most dangerous beach
2014: Trainer and Assessor, SLSWA – Emergency Rescue Water Operations (Jetski)Experience:
Competent driving ability in surf conditions Knowledge of Jetski components, trailers and safety equipment Responsibility and safety of crew persons and patients Ability to communicate clearly and effectively when delivering lessons Organise and schedule Individualised lessons to suit capability of candidates Training and assessing volunteer lifesavers and professional lifeguards Assistance with state emergency search and rescue operations Contract fly in fly out work with rural surf clubs around Western Australia
2014: Lifeguard, Kwadakuza - Ballito, South AfricaExperience:
Worked with different cultures and languages Worked on a popular beach with crowds of 5000+ Limited availability of equipment Performed rescues that required rock jumping and navigation Consistent surf and ocean hazards
2012: Lifeguard, RNLI – Newquay, United KingdomExperience:
Worked on a busy beach that required 7 Lifeguards during peak season Use of 4WD vehicle, quad bike, RWC and lifeguard hut Tides reached 8 metres
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Dealt with large variety of lifeguard related scenario’s ie heart attacks and spinal injuries
Assisted with the Newquay Surf Lifesaving Club by taking the nippers aged 8-12yrs for training once a week after work teaching first aid, rescue techniques and board training.
2010: Lifeguard, ALS – Fingal Head, Northern NSWExperience:
Dangerous surf beach with constant rips, currents and high swells Experience of East Coast operations Housekeeper for the Fingal Surf Club during my stay
2009 - 2010: First Aid Presenter, Life Skills For Life (SLSWA)
Experience: Presenter for first aid and resuscitation to Year 7’s in Primary schools in and
around Western Australia including rural areas such as Kalgoorlie, WA Well mannered and punctual Working with children Confident and effective communication among large audiences Experience in First Aid and Resuscitation
Achievements & Awards (Lifeguard related):
National Rescue of the Month Award (DEC 2014)
Australian Beach Lifeguard Award
Heavy Rigid Driver’s license (HR-B)
Trainer & Assessor SLSWA RWC operations
Senior First Aid Certificate
Advanced Resuscitation Techniques Award
Bronze Medallion Award
Silver Medallion Awards
Spinal Management Certificate
AUSTSWIM Teacher of Swimming and Water Safety
Working with Children Check
WFC Colts Captain (AFL)
WFC Colts Best & Fairest Player (AFL)
Recreational Skippers Ticket
Operation of Power Watercraft (Jet Ski License ALS)
Most rescues award, SLSWA (Yallingup beach)
WFC Runner up Best & Fairest Player (AFL)
4 x 19.7km Rottnest Channel Swim crossings (2011,12,14,15)
Half marathon (21km) Busselton, WA
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REFEREES
Simon PepplerLifeguard Coordinator SLSWA
Mobile: +61 428 762 257
Jon MenziesLifeguard Operations CoordinatorSanta Barbara (California, USA)
Email: [email protected]
Matt Du PlessisLifesaving Operations Coordinator SLSWA
Mobile: +61 403 240 777
Anton PageLifeguard Supervisor RNLINewquay (Cornwall, UK)
Email: [email protected]
