Rescue Training Group has a small group of dedicated, experienced Instructors delivering our training packages. Our Instructors have years of real life experience to back up their excellent training skills. They are practical people who are currently working the field. Rescue Training Group’s aim is to deliver realistic, practical training of the highest calibre.

Brett Jones:

Director, Rescue Training Group: 2002 to current.

Manager, Rescue 3 Australia: 1996 - 2001.

Vertical Rescue Instructor: 1998 to current - Rescue 3 International.

Swiftwater Rescue Instructor: 1991 to current - Trained in the USA by Rescue 3 International, California.

Operations Manager – Rafting: 1991 - 1996 - Raging Thunder Adventures Pty. Ltd. Australia, New Zealand, Bali, Solomon Islands and New Guinea.

Whitewater Rafting Guide: 1986 - current - Australia, Canada, Indonesia.

Diploma of Fire and Rescue Operations: 2002, Brisbane.

Outdoor Education Instructor: 1984 - 1985 - Outward Bound Australia.

Diploma of Applied Science: 1981 - Q.U.T. Brisbane.

Brett is based in Cairns, North Queensland. The high rainfall, warm climate and easy access to pristine rivers allow Swiftwater Rescue Training to be undertaken comfortably year round.

Contact Details:
Postal: PO BOX 217R, REDLYNCH, 4870
Phone: 0409 340 159
E-mail: brett@rescuetraininggroup.com.au

Murray Tucker:

Director, Rescue Training Group: 2002 to current.

Manager and Senior Instructor: 1991 - current - Shepherd Consultants

Vertical and Swiftwater Rescue Instructor: 1991 to current - Trained in the USA by Rescue 3 International, California.

Outdoor Education Instructor: 1982 to 1987 – Outward Bound Australia.

Senior Rafting Guide and Trainer: 1988 - 1992 - World Expeditions.

Outdoor Education Instructor: 1992 to 2008 - Outdoor Education Group.

Assistant Patrol Director: 2000- current - Mt Stirling Professional Ski Patrol.

Diploma of Outdoor Recreation: 2003 - Swinburne University of Technology.

Bachelor of Science: 1983 - University of Sydney

Graduate Diploma of Education: 1988 - University of Canberra

Murray is based in Alexandra, Victoria, close to Victoria’s Alpine National Park, great rivers, streams and mountains .

Contact Details:
Postal: 49 HALLS FLAT RD ALEXANDRA 3714
Phone: 0429 434 335
E-mail: murray@rescuetraininggroup.com.au