I’ve gained working experience across several industries, each one teaching me something different about responsibility, communication, and handling pressure. My first full‑time job was in fast food, where I eventually became a crew trainer responsible for training new staff and maintaining safety standards. I worked there from 2016 to 2019 before deciding it was time to pursue new opportunities.

That same year, I completed a security course, earned my COA, and began working as a security guard. My first site placed me in a carpark, where I helped manage traffic flow and reduce vehicle break‑ins. Thanks to my previous experience in fast‑paced environments and training roles, I quickly became the de‑facto team leader. After several months, I was moved into a more public‑facing position at the same site, just after the initial 2020 lockdown. My responsibilities shifted to maintaining social distancing, supporting general security, and representing the client to thousands of customers each day. During this time, I also completed first aid training and obtained a Level 1 traffic controller licence.

I left this role at the beginning of 2021 and joined a different security company later that year. I worked across a range of environments, including banks, corporate offices, and hospitals. It was during this period that I realised I wanted something different. I regretted not finishing my studies back in 2014–2015, and after some research, I decided to enrol at WelTec’s School of IT. While studying, I continued working as a permanent guard at a data centre — a role I still hold today while developing my personal projects and building my technical skills.