Arlia Risden

Provided care and support to hospital patients while completing daily cleaning duties, collecting and restocking supplies, preparing and delivering meals, ordering stock, and collecting medications. Regularly interacted with a wide range of patients, visitors, and healthcare professionals both within and outside the hospital environment.

Through managing a variety of tasks, I developed strong time management and organisational skills. Working closely with nursing staff at Roebourne Hospital strengthened my ability to collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team. This role also enhanced my communication skills and cultural awareness while caring for individuals from diverse backgrounds.

I had the opportunity to work on a two-month washdown contract at the Cape Lambert CLA site, collaborating with a team to complete washdown tasks.

In my role as a Washdown Operator, I actively participate in daily pre-starts, Take 5s, and CCC meetings. I have developed a strong understanding of Safe Work Area Management, including setting up job sites in accordance with correct procedures, signage, and barricading requirements. I have gained experience using radio protocols and consistently practise clear, positive communication with team members and other work groups. Working collaboratively, my team and I plan and execute tasks using the safest and most efficient methods to ensure the well-being of all personnel. I have also had the opportunity to train and mentor new staff members, further developing my leadership and teamwork skills.

Gained practical, hands-on experience in the plumbing trade, assisting with job assessments, hazard identification, material selection, and choosing appropriate tools for each task. Developed experience in setting up safety barricades and acting as a spotter for machinery operators, ensuring all work was completed safely and efficiently.

I completed all required Rio Tinto inductions to gain full site access. I gained experience in an operator role by shadowing current site operators, developing an understanding of plant operations, fault-finding processes, clearing blockages, and resetting faults such as pull-wire switches to ensure continuous operation. I also developed a strong awareness of workplace safety practices, including the use of tools such as Take 5s and CCCs. Through this experience, I learned the importance of barricading and information tagging for effective work area management. In addition, I gained insight into laboratory operations at both CLA and CLB, observing sample station plant checks, sample collection and preparation, and the process through to final results.

Demonstrated strong customer service skills, with experience in assisting customers, restocking shelves, handling cash transactions, supporting stock ordering, and participating in stocktaking to maintain accurate inventory control