Global Rescue

Profile

Global Rescue – The Company

Global Rescue is a Singapore based company, operated from Australia that specializes in the establishment and operational management of search and rescue services, including Helicopter
Emergency Medical Services (HEMS), Fixed and Rotary wing Search and Rescue (SAR) operations, and internationally accredited aircrew officer training.

Global Rescue’s core management team have conducted emergency, safety, and rescue training programs as part of search and rescue services for a variety of clients throughout the world over the past eleven (11) years, and have developed a wealth of knowledge, skills and proven performance in these areas.

Many of our Directors and senior personnel were involved with the establishment and operation of the world’s first civil Para-rescue service with the now defunct “National Safety Council of Australia (NSCA) – Victoria Division.” The NSCA offered world class air, land and sea SAR service throughout the Australian continent and surrounding seas, and led the world in the development of SAR equipment and technology.

Global Rescue owns and operates it’s own helicopter company in Australia, conducting charter and specialist helicopter operations, but focuses especially on ICAO recognised training courses for ambulance, SAR and military clients.

With this experience Global Rescue’s management team is able to write, review, and audit aircraft safety management systems (SMS) and operational procedure documents such as Operations Manuals which meet ICAO, EASA, CASA, FAA & OGP standards and which can be adapted to suit any local regulatory requirements.

In addition, Global Rescue (and associate companies) has established National Search & Rescue and Counter Terrorist Forces for various Government clients, trained and established regional air ambulance services, and consulted to many clients on the safe and effective operation of SAR services.

We look forward to being of service…

Personnel

The Global Rescue management team come from a variety of specialised fields with qualifications and experience to cover all SAR Solutions.

Rick Parish
Director

A successful career in safety training, spanning more than 20 years in a variety of specialist areas including the military, emergency services, offshore oil & gas and maritime industries. Rick is responsible for all aspects of corporate strategy development, strategic alliance and joint venture development.
Rick is acknowledged as a world leader in Pararescue training for the Australia, Pacific and Asia region, a competence that was originally developed with the SAS and built upon during his 5 years with the NSCA.

Andrew Maffett
Director

Andrew's experience in safety training and emergency services includes roles with the National Safety Council of Australia, where he trained as an operational para-rescue officer before establishing and then managing the Land Search & Rescue Division. Prior to joining Global Rescue Andrew operated his own Australian based training company, where he established 3 cutting edge training centres offering corporate leadership and team development training.
Andrew is acknowledged as a specialist in operations management, and with his commitment to quality and attention to detail, he brings great depth to the Global Rescue management team.

Stuart Caton
Director of Operations & Training / Chief Pilot.

Stuart’s experience as a helicopter pilot of 20 years and CASA Approved Chief Pilot of over 12 years provides a solid safety and management foundation for Global Rescue’s international aviation interests. Stuart holds a Masters Degree in Aviation Management from Newcastle University including Human Factors research and study. He has also worked with the Australian Transport Safety Bureau (ATSB) in Canberra, alongside Australia’s air crash investigators.

Stuart has spent the last 11 years specialising in SAR / EMS operations and training and also holds a Certificate IV in Training & Assessment, qualifying personnel in a variety of rescue techniques including Winching, Rappelling and other rescue specialist roles.

John Jenkin
Director / CEO

John’s role in Global Rescue is as Executive Manager. John’s background has seen a focus in maritime management amongst other corporate roles. His experience includes time with the Australian Diplomatic Service with postings as First Secretary in Bangkok, Brussels, and Paris. He has also risen to the positions of Director-General of the South Australian Department of Marine and Harbours and CEO of the Western Australian counterpart, as head of the state marine authority. John's experience and management skills have also seen him hold positions as Chairman of the Port of Dampier, President of the Australian Association of Port and Marine Authorities, and a Member of the Western Australian Emergency Response Committee.

John's wealth of experience in corporate management and as a leader is assisting Global Rescue to further expand and achieve new goals and is a welcomed member of the Global Rescue family.