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Benjamin Kay

Southside,QLD

Summary

Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Retail Merchandiser

SPARFACTS
Gympie, QLD
01.2023 - Current
  • Created visual presentations that effectively promoted products.
  • Collaborated with store management to ensure effective implementation of promotional activities.
  • Tracked market trends and monitored competitors' pricing policies.
  • Evaluated customer service standards at each location visited during store visits.
  • Rotated products from stockroom out to department sales floor according to seasonal plans, promotional schedules and style rotation plan.
  • Displayed promotional material such as signs and banners.
  • Stocked shelves, racks and bins with new or transferred merchandise.

Commercial Cleaner (Contractor)

St. Patrick's Primary School Gympie
Gympie, QLD
04.2023 - 01.2024
  • Worked Under contract to fulfill cleaning duties for the school year.
  • Provided direction and guidance to employees.
  • Oversaw staff hiring, initiating new training and scheduled processes to streamline operations.
  • Maintained daily communication with Administration staff with any Health and Safety issues.
  • Performed routine Commercial Cleaning tasks Daily.

Commercial Cleaner

Educlean
Gympie, QLD
02.2022 - 04.2023
  • Swept and mopped floors, dusted surfaces, and vacuumed carpets in commercial buildings.
  • Washed windows, walls, and ceilings to ensure a clean environment for customers.
  • Removed trash from bins and disposed of it properly according to regulations.
  • Cleaned and sanitized restrooms using appropriate cleaning products.
  • Inspected facilities regularly to identify potential safety hazards or areas that need attention.
  • Maintained safety protocols through safe handling of equipment and chemicals.
  • Checked inventory for required supplies and made lists for needed cleaning products.

Retail Merchandiser

OMNA Field Solutions
Gympie, QLD
09.2021 - 11.2022
  • Created visual presentations that effectively promoted products.
  • Analyzed customer shopping habits to identify opportunities for increased sales.
  • Assisted customers in selecting appropriate merchandise for their needs.
  • Maintained accurate inventory records of all stock items.
  • Monitored customer feedback regarding product availability, quality, and pricing.
  • Provided training on merchandising techniques and procedures to new staff members.

Crew Member

Show Support Pty Ltd.
Hobart, TAS
07.2019 - 03.2021
  • Organized event materials such as signage, decorations, catering supplies, and audio-visual equipment.
  • Monitored event progress to identify potential risks or issues that could arise.
  • Communicated effectively with vendors regarding needs for specific services related to an event.
  • Oversaw setup, breakdown operations at each location prior to, after the conclusion of an event.
  • Set up and tore down equipment for large scale events, conferences and graduations.

Delivery Driver

Sub Contractor to Food Taxi PTY LTD.
Perth, WA
01.2017 - 11.2018
  • Inspected delivery vehicle to ensure optimal safety and performance prior to each trip.
  • Maintained accurate records of goods delivered and collected payments as required.
  • Cleaned interior and exterior of delivery vehicle at end of shift as needed.
  • Reported mechanical issues with delivery vehicle to supervisor in a timely manner.
  • Transported and safely delivered items to prevent damage or loss.

Delivery Driver/Caterer

Temptations Catering
Perth, WA
08.2016 - 01.2017
  • Received daily delivery instructions and route assignments from dispatch.
  • Ensured accurate completion of all paperwork associated with deliveries.
  • Inspected delivery vehicle to ensure optimal safety and performance prior to each trip.
  • Assisted in setting up and breaking down catering events.
  • Ensured quality control of all food products before serving.
  • Organized buffet tables, beverage areas, and other service stations prior to events.
  • Kept track of inventory levels for all necessary items such as chafing dishes, plates, utensils.

Education

Responsible Service of Alcohol

CTA
Northgate, QLD
03-2024

Cert III in Logistics -

www.alffie.com, Online Training Organization
01.2019

Cert II in Plumbing and Gas fitting -

Polytechnic West, Balga
01.2012

Cert IV in Information and Technology -

AICT Subiaco
01.2011

Licence to Perform High Risk Work -

RMS Joondalup
01.2011

TLILIC108A- Licence To Operate Forklift Truck (Not Current) -

RMS Joondalup
Joondalup, WA
01.2011

WACE (Graduation of Year 12) -

Churchlands Senior High School
01.2009

Cert II in Information and Technology -

Churchlands Senior High School
01.2009

TLILIC508A- Licence to Operate Elevated Work Platform (Not Current) -

RMS Joondalup
Joondalup, WA

Manual C Class Drivers Licence -

Skills

  • Product Merchandising
  • Customer Service
  • Mentoring and training
  • Inventory Management
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Time Management
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Proficiency in Computers
  • Professionalism

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Commercial Cleaner (Contractor)

St. Patrick's Primary School Gympie
04.2023 - 01.2024

Retail Merchandiser

SPARFACTS
01.2023 - Current

Commercial Cleaner

Educlean
02.2022 - 04.2023

Retail Merchandiser

OMNA Field Solutions
09.2021 - 11.2022

Crew Member

Show Support Pty Ltd.
07.2019 - 03.2021

Delivery Driver

Sub Contractor to Food Taxi PTY LTD.
01.2017 - 11.2018

Delivery Driver/Caterer

Temptations Catering
08.2016 - 01.2017

Responsible Service of Alcohol

CTA

Cert III in Logistics -

www.alffie.com, Online Training Organization

Cert II in Plumbing and Gas fitting -

Polytechnic West, Balga

Cert IV in Information and Technology -

AICT Subiaco

Licence to Perform High Risk Work -

RMS Joondalup

TLILIC108A- Licence To Operate Forklift Truck (Not Current) -

RMS Joondalup

WACE (Graduation of Year 12) -

Churchlands Senior High School

Cert II in Information and Technology -

Churchlands Senior High School

TLILIC508A- Licence to Operate Elevated Work Platform (Not Current) -

RMS Joondalup

Manual C Class Drivers Licence -

Benjamin Kay