About Us

Alicia

Operations Manager

Alicia has a wealth of knowledge and has trained for over 7 years.
She has 15 years of experience in aviation, with 5 of which she was an emergency instructor for flight attendants and pilots, specialising in advanced first aid and resuscitation, fire, aviation security, dangerous goods, emergency procedures and customer service training.

“The part I enjoy the most is watching students put all the skills and knowledge into practice when we run the group scenarios.”

Training/Education:

• Advanced first aid and resuscitation – HLTAID014&HLTAID015
• Fire Warden, Fire Extinguisher And First Attack Firefighting Training – PUAFER005, PUAFER008 & CPPFES2005
• Provide First Aid in a remote or isolated setting – HLTAID013
• Certificate IV 40116 in training and assessment
• 5 Years as an instructor specialising in Advanced First Aid and Resuscitation.
• 15 Years experience in aviation
• 7 Years training experience

Operations Manager (Maternity Leave Cover)

Clare

John

Assistant Operations Manager (Maternity Leave Cover)

John has over 15 years experience in the gas utilities industry as a gas distribution officer and qualified Trainer and Assessor. His role involved a high level of knowledge of the characteristics and dangers of gas, the importance of gas testing and emergency response . He was involved in ATCO’s Emergency Response team, and conducted training specific to gas emergency response procedures and SCBA. Throughout his career, John has supervised trainees and new employees, and has had extensive exposure to trainee and new employee workplace integration and training.

“I enjoy training because it’s transactional. I get to meet new people and share the knowledge and experiences I have gained over the years, while at the same time learning from my students in the same way. Life is all about continuous learning and improvement, and training people everyday reinforces that in a stimulating and enjoyable way”.

Training/Education:

• Certificate IV TAE40116 (2018)
• Certificate III Gas Industry Operations
• Certificate III Gas Fitting
• Provide First Aid – HLTAID011
• Gas test atmospheres – MSMWHS217
• Enter and work in confined spaces – RIIWHS202E
• Low voltage rescue – UETDRMP007
• 15 years experience in the Gas industry
• 6 Years Training Experience

Adam

Senior Trainer and Project Lead

Adam has over 12 years experience in the gas utilities industry as a gas distribution officer and gas Inspector. His role involved a high level of knowledge of the characteristics and dangers of gas and the importance of gas testing and compliance of gas installations. Throughout his career, Adam has been involved in trainee and new employee mentoring programs.

“I am passionate about people and teaching, I’m always looking for ways to develop courses to improve the student experience”.

Training/Education:

• Certificate IV TAE
• Certificate III Gas industry operations
• Certificate III Gas fitting
• Gas test atmospheres – MSMWHS217
• Enter and work in confined spaces – RIIWHS202E
• Work safely at heights – RIIWHS204E
• Low voltage rescue – UETDRMP007
• 12 years experience in the Gas industry
• 3 Years Training Experience

Tom

Senior Trainer and Assessor

Tom is our newest member of the team with over 7 years of training experience. He has over 3 years of experience as a lead trainer and spent 4 years delivering Offsore and Maritime safety training courses, specialising in HUET escape training, Sea survival, fire fighting and fire escape training. Tom is an avid scuba diver with over 15 years of experience, which gives him a wealth of knowledge in breathing apparatus training and staying calm under pressure.

“Every expert was once a beginner, and as a trainer, I thoroughly enjoy being part of people’s journeys towards growth and mastery.”

Training/Education:

• Certificate IV 40110 in Training and Assessment
• Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety
• Fire Warden, Fire Extinguisher And First Attack Firefighting Training – PUAFER005, PUAFER008 & CPPFES2005
• Confined spaces, Gas testing and Work in accordance with a permit Training – RIIWHS202E, MSMPER200 & MSMWHS217
• Provide First Aid training – HLTAID012, HLTAID011, HLTAID010, HLTAID009
• 7 years experience as a trainer with 3 years as a Lead trainer,
• 2 years teaching English in South America as a volunteer.

Tess

Trainer and Assessor

Tess started her first aid career in High School, volunteering as a St John’s Cadet and trained to become young squad leader/corporal. She has a wealth of knowledge and has trained for over 5 years.

Tess has 10+ years of experience in aviation, concentrating in the areas of operations management in the FIFO sector and general transportation sector. For 5 years, Tess trained fellow staff and became a qualified Emergency Procedures Instructor, providing training for pilots and flight attendants, specialising in advanced first aid and resuscitation, fire, aviation security, dangerous goods, emergency procedures and customer service training.

“My passion for helping others started at an early age and progressed into a career  I thoroughly enjoy today. Seeing others smile, grow & learn brightens my day. As a trainer, I get the privilege of being a part of that journey.”

Training/Education:

• Advanced first aid and resuscitation – HLTAID014&HLTAID015
• Fire Warden, Fire Extinguisher And First Attack Firefighting Training – PUAFER005, PUAFER008 & CPPFES2005
• Provide First Aid in a remote or isolated setting – HLTAID013
• Certificate IV 40116 in training and assessment
• Certificate III in Aviation Operations
• Aeronautical Radio Operator Certificate.
• 5 Years as an instructor specialising in Advanced First Aid and Resuscitation.
• 10+ Years experience in aviation
• 5 Years of training experience

Jess

Trainer and Assessor

Jess is a graduate paramedic specialising in resuscitation. She has worked for St John as an Event Health Officer and completed practical training with the London Ambulance Service.

Jess has a wealth of knowledge with some very powerful hands-on experience.

“What I love most about being a trainer is witnessing someone gain the confidence and skills to act in a critical moment. Knowing that the training can empower students to make a difference in an emergency situation is incredibly rewarding.”

Training/Education:

• Graduate Paramedic
• Certificate IV 40116 in Training and Assessment 
• Provide first aid – HLTAID011
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation – HLTAID009
• LVR/ Provide First Aid 
• Advanced First Aid and Resuscitation – HLTAID014&HLTAID015
• Fire Warden, Fire Extinguisher And First Attack Firefighting Training – PUAFER005, PUAFER008 & CPPFES2005
• Provide First Aid in a Remote or Isolated Setting – HLTAID013

Mac

Trainer and Assessor

Macaylor, also known as Mac, is a current ambulance officer who started her career in the medical industry as a sports medic in 2011. Mac worked hard in her studies in the paramedicine field specialising in mental health and trauma. Mac’s passion and expertise are in mental health and Advanced First Aid.

Mac has had a wide range of training experiences, from working with students to teach vehicle extrication and trauma scenarios to her time as a medic in Tanami, assisting in training the ERT team in multiple mental health and emergency response scenarios.

“I love what I do because it is a true passion.  The motto I have always lived by throughout my fitness and medical careers, which have lasted 12 years, is. . . I love to help those who can’t help themselves.”

Training/Education:

• Diploma Paramedical Science
• Certificate IV 40122 in Training and Assessment
• HLTAID009 Provide CPR
• HLTAID010 Provide Basic Emergency Life Support
• HLTAID011 Provide First Aid
• HLTAID013 Provide First Aid in Remote or Isolated Site
• HLTAID014 Provide Advanced First Aid
• HLTAID015 Provide Advanced Resuscitation and Oxygen Therapy
• CPPFES2005 Demonstrate First Attack Firefighting Equipment
• UETDREL006 Work Safely in the Vicinity of Electrical Apparatus
• 11244NAT Mental Health Support for First Responders
• UETDRMP007 Low Voltage Rescue
• Advanced Life Support level 1
• Mental Health First Aid
• Aggressive Behaviour Management, De-escalation and Physical Restraint Training
• CPPSEC3002A  Manage Conflict through Negotiation
• CPPSEC3013A Control Persons using empty hand Techniques and Restraints

Ben

Owner and Founder

Ben has a diverse and varied background, having worked in corporate sales and management for the last 12 years and, more recently, as a business owner of a highly recognised Swim School in Perth. Ben has developed his passion for training and continuous learning through teaching during this time. Through this passion, Ben has brought RTS Training Group to life.

Kathryn

Customer Care Representative

Kathryn joins the team at RTS Training with over 15 years experience in customer service. Kathryn is always happy to help and will assist with all your corporate and private booking enquiries.