Alex Daydé
Seed Bank Inventory Assistant
Sydney,NSW
Summary
About Me:
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Passionate 3rd year student with majors in botany and ecology building on basic knowledge of Australian flora and ecosystems.
Confident and capable in the field, with experience in collecting and documenting in multiple habitats in challenging conditions.
Trained in laboratory DNA testing to investigating genomic data of plant species.
Over 2 years experience working with herbarium research collections, curating present and incoming specimens, and also highly skilled with digitisation.
Committed to conservation and research of Australian flora and fauna.
Member of Ecological society of Australia for over 5 years, and various landcare groups for over 10 years.
Hobbies include nature photography, taking courses in statistical modelling, hiking and climbing.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Seed Inventory Assistant
Seed Bank
Australian Botanic Gardens Mt Annan, NSW
09.2022 - Current
- Fieldwork including the collection and identification of fruit, seed for banking ans herbarium specimens.
- Cleaning and processing of fruit and seed.
- Germination testing using water agar and various hormone treatments.
- Data creation for IRIS from seed processing and germination results incorporating text, hi resolution images, and x-ray.
- Use critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions for seed cleaning and processing.
- Maintenance of processing, lab equipment and tools.
- Performed duties in accordance with standard operating procedures, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
Transition Assistant
Department Of Planning, Industry And Environment
Sydney Botanic Gardens And Mt Annan, NSW
11.2021 - 09.2022
- Member of team moving the National Herbarium of NSW research and special collections, laboratory and office equipment, to the Mt Annan facility.
- Processed outgoing loans to various institutions, according to protocols
- Data entry for EMU.
- Used handheld scanners to efficiently track and maneuver sensitive materials to destination.
- Verified documentation and condition of freight to assure quality standards were achieved.
- Provided support and education to external moving team to ensure collections were unpacked with the utmost care.
Digitisation Assistant
Picturae
Sydney, NSW
06.2021 - 12.2021
- Digitisation project aimed at preserving of over one million herbarium specimens and illustrations for an international database, the first of its kind in Australia.
- Prepared and handled fragile specimens for imaging with high accuracy rate, achieving and exceeding daily target rate.
- Inspected all specimens for quality and optimum imaging.
- Maintained organized and efficient workflows by using excellent planning and multitasking skills.
- Assisted with imaging software troubleshooting and recovery and replacement of corrupted files.
- Worked with internal team members to remedy issues with preemptive solutions.
Specimen Preparation Assistant
Royal Botanic Gardens Sydney
Sydney, NSW
04.2021 - 09.2021
- Preparing and restoring historical and contemporary herbarium specimens according to curatorial guidelines.
- Built curation skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Moved and handled various fragile herbarium vouchers with exceptional care, following curator requirements.
- Proved successful working within deadlines, and Covid-19 policies, throughout multiple lockdowns.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Operations Manager
Top 3 By Design
Sydney, NSW
01.2014 - 01.2019
- Assessed supplier quality to maintain tight cost controls and maximize business operational performance.
- Managed advertising and social media campaigns with specific focuses in order to meet customer needs and brand creative visions.
- Exhibited excellent people skills during interaction with employees and customers, overseeing employee performance, corrected problems and increased efficiency to maintain productivity targets.
- Developed effective business plans to align strategic decisions with long-term objectives of the brand.
- Drove year-over-year business growth while leading operations, strategic vision and long-range logistic planning.
- Reduced corporate risk by managing shrink processes and controlling inventory levels.
- Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts and costs, holding regular meeting with all stores in the network.
Line Manager
Inovaair
Sydney, NSW
02.2012 - 07.2014
- Created streamlined production schedules and collaborated with production employees to communicate objectives and goals.
- Planned operations to meet established schedules, factoring in order demands and business forecasts.
- Managed continuous warehouse improvement initiatives to drive gains in quality, flow, and output.
- Operated CNC equipment and instruments to measure and assess air flow, quality and H-13 filter particulate capture levels.
- Monitored inventory levels and restocking schedules to avoid production delays from unavailable materials.
Education
BSc. - Science (Botany)
University of New England
Armidale, NSWAdvanced Diploma - Leadership & Management
TAFE
Sydney, NSW ( ONLINE)Bachelor of Fine Arts And Visual Culture - Visual Arts And Cultural Studies
Curtin University
Perth, WAHigh School Diploma -
Pymble Ladies College
Sydney, NSWSkills
Specimen collection & preparation
undefinedTimeline
Seed Inventory Assistant
Seed Bank
09.2022 - Current
Transition Assistant
Department Of Planning, Industry And Environment
11.2021 - 09.2022
Digitisation Assistant
Picturae
06.2021 - 12.2021
Specimen Preparation Assistant
Royal Botanic Gardens Sydney
04.2021 - 09.2021
Operations Manager
Top 3 By Design
01.2014 - 01.2019
Line Manager
Inovaair
02.2012 - 07.2014
BSc. - Science (Botany)
University of New England
Advanced Diploma - Leadership & Management
TAFE
Bachelor of Fine Arts And Visual Culture - Visual Arts And Cultural Studies
Curtin University
High School Diploma -
Pymble Ladies College
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