Dana Alexander
Summary
PERSONAL SUMMARY A passionate, career driven worker with experiences in hospitality, agriculture, and business. I have an eye for detail, high work ethic, and a thirst for knowledge. I aspire to become a highly reputable veterinarian with specialisations in conservation and rehabilitation.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Administration Assistant/Receptionist
Durotank Pty Ltd
06.2024 - Current
- Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing timely and professional responses to inquiries via phone, email, or in-person visits.
- Executed record filing system to improve document organization and management, including compilation of operation manuals and instructions.
- Recorded expenses and maintained accounting records.
- Developed and updated spreadsheets and databases to track, analyze, and report on performance and sales data.
- General Sales team assistance.
Administrative Assistant
Lake Cargelligo Early Learning Centre
03.2024 - Current
- Enhanced office efficiency by streamlining administrative processes and implementing organisational strategies
- Utilised MYOB, OWNA, and Microsoft suites to complete invoicing, record keeping, confidential records, and general day-to-day operations of the centre.
- Managed immunisation records of children and staff.
- Answered general inquiries through the phone and emails.
- Coordinated banking reconciliations and intake of fee payments.
General Farm Hand
Ogden's Pastoral Co
03.2024 - Current
- Enhanced overall farm efficiency with regular maintenance and repair of farming machinery and equipment.
- Assisted in successful breeding programs for livestock, ensuring healthy offspring and increased herd numbers.
- Supported farm manager in record keeping duties, allowing for accurate tracking of livestock numbers.
- Completed essential daily tasks such as feeding animals, cleaning enclosures, and checking water supplies to maintain optimal living conditions for livestock.
Veterinary Nurse
Griffith Veterinary Hospital
08.2023 - 03.2024
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odours.
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave.
- Assistance in surgery and in hospital patients, including administering treatments.
- General front of house/reception duties.
Dairy Hand/Milker
Currajugle Holsteins Dairy
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Milking, preparation of milking equipment, and maintenance of the dairy
- General cleaning duties, including maintaining the integrity of the property and business
- Feeding of calves and administering treatments as directed by supervisors.
Receptionist
Townhouse Hotel Wagga Wagga
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Greet and check in incoming visitors and customers professionally and provide friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
- Confirm appointments, communicate with clients, and update client records.
- Keep reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impressions.
- Answer phone calls promptly and provide information.
- Manage finances.
Administrator
Snowy Hydro Limited
01.2022 - 07.2023
- Snowy 2.0 (and Scholarship Program), Management Support
- Executive team support including minute taking, scheduling tasks, and general support
- Handled sensitive information discreetly, maintaining strict confidentiality at all times as required by company policy or legal regulations.
- Maintained personnel records and updated internal databases to support document management.
- Managed office inventory levels, ensuring adequate supplies were available while minimizing waste and unnecessary spending.
- Managed human resources functions, onboarding, and employee evaluations for optimal team performance.
Education
Bachelor - Veterinary Technology
Charles Sturt University
Emergency Warden training -
Snowy Hydro Limited
Certificate II Primary Industries - Agriculture
TAFE NSW
Certificate IV - Business Administration
TAFE NSW
Certificate III - Business Administration
TAFE NSW
Certificate of Registration - Real Estate - Property Management
Leverage Academy
12-2024
Skills
- Advanced in both MS Office suite and Google workspace
- Effective communication and teamwork skills
- Event planning and management
- Critical thinking and problem solving
- Professionalism and a high work ethic
Additional Information
- AWARDS - Youth Parliament NSW 2021, Scholarship to Future Vet Kids Camp 2017, John Holden Memorial Award, School Prefect 2021, Teamwork Values Nominee 2023
- First Aid certificate and CPR qualification (Completed 2024)
Timeline
Administration Assistant/Receptionist
Durotank Pty Ltd
06.2024 - Current
Administrative Assistant
Lake Cargelligo Early Learning Centre
03.2024 - Current
General Farm Hand
Ogden's Pastoral Co
03.2024 - Current
Veterinary Nurse
Griffith Veterinary Hospital
08.2023 - 03.2024
Dairy Hand/Milker
Currajugle Holsteins Dairy
06.2023 - 08.2023
Receptionist
Townhouse Hotel Wagga Wagga
05.2023 - 08.2023
Administrator
Snowy Hydro Limited
01.2022 - 07.2023
Emergency Warden training -
Snowy Hydro Limited
Certificate II Primary Industries - Agriculture
TAFE NSW
Certificate IV - Business Administration
TAFE NSW
Certificate III - Business Administration
TAFE NSW
Bachelor - Veterinary Technology
Charles Sturt University
Certificate of Registration - Real Estate - Property Management
Leverage Academy
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