Daisy Herdman

Working as a skilled labourer in sydney based in the point piper area removing and replacing all exterior windows and doors an a residential high rise. This job included the safe removal of materials from a height using a scaffold lift, Installing temporary studwork frames and plastic sheeting to limit the dust entering each apartment. Fitting and sealing all exterior windows and doors and general housekeeping making sure everything was swept and put away at the end of the job.

Working for a housing association as a carpenter completing a range of tasks including maintenance, installation of 1st and 2nd fix carpentry and various other jobs such as basic plumbing of bathrooms / kitchens, tiling and fencing.

Working as a site carpenter on a new build site doing everything from stud work and various 1st fix jobs to completing the houses 2nd fix phase including installing doors, door furniture, mouldings , stairs, kitchens etc.

Managing a backpackers hostel in Bundaberg required me to fulfil many responsibilities such as; Checking guests in and out efficiently, stripping and making beds, cleaning and ensuring the whole hostel is clean and fully prepared for guests. Monitoring customer feedback regularly and implemented necessary changes and improving guest satisfaction. Overseeing reservations received from direct calls and provided room availability information to travel sites such as Hostelworld.

Working in Queensland completing my rural farmwork which was required to extend my visa I completed many tasks and had many responsibilities such as;

planting crops in fields, picking and packing produce. Using chainsaws and pruning shears to shear tops and limb tips from trees. Utilizing trucks or carts to move equipment, and produce from one location to another. Operating farm equipment such as tractors and trucks with extreme care and precision.

Working as a team leader for a house clearance company organising the removal of various amounts of items and furniture from point A to point B. This job included a lot of physical labour, organising team members and communicating with the customer in a professional manner.