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Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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Volunteer Experience
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Emily Fryett

Narraweena,NSW

Summary

A dedicated and ambitious student currently completing a Bachelor of Animal Science (Honours) at Charles Sturt University. My honours research project is focusing on sarcoptic mange infestations in wombats, investigating treatments, environmental factors, and diagnostic tools. Through extensive fieldwork, research, and collaboration with industry professionals, developed strong communication, project management, and technical skills. Passionate about animal conservation, land management, and rural advisory services, and seeking to apply my knowledge and skills in a Graduate Advisory and Extension Officer role, where I can make a meaningful contribution to conservation and landholder engagement.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Work Placement

Local Land Services
11.2023 - 11.2023
  • Participated in ongoing land conservation projects including writing a story map and data cleaning of camera trap images
  • Assisted with a box-gum grassy woodland landholder workshop, including constructing scent traps and deploying camera traps

Work Placement

Ginninderry Conservation Trust
11.2022 - 12.2022
  • Participated in ongoing land management and monitoring projects
  • Conducted a biomass survey, snake tracking and a water survey (quality and aquatic invertebrates)
  • Assisted with restoration of native vegetation and a stream condition survey

Work Placement

Mulligan’s Flat Woodland Sanctuary
11.2022 - 12.2022
  • Developed educational material and fact sheets for volunteers
  • Assisted with school groups
  • Aided wildlife monitoring projects
  • Helping turtle movements in and out of predator proof zone

Work Placement

Blackbutt Reserve
11.2022 - 11.2022
  • Supported native animal care and husbandry, including feed distribution and preparation, cleaning enclosures and monitoring animal health.

Administration Assistant

Moneytax Financial Centre
03.2019 - 02.2021
  • Managed phone communications and filing
  • Providing support to tax agents
  • Organising staff, events and clients

Sales Assistant

Prouds
12.2018 - 02.2019
  • Provided customer service
  • Managed cash transactions
  • Handled stock control

Education

Bachelor of Animal Science (Honours)

Charles Sturt University
Wagga Wagga, NSW
10.2024

Skills

  • Effective Communication: Skilled in presenting research findings and collaborating with team members and industry professionals
  • Interpersonal Skills: Adept at building relationships with colleagues and stakeholders
  • Time Management: Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines effectively
  • Research and Collaboration: Experienced in designing and executing research projects, with strong skills in data analysis (R commander and Maxent modelling software) and teamwork
  • Adaptability: Flexible and quick to adjust to new challenges and environments
  • Practical Knowledge: Hands-on experience with animal handling (both domestic and wildlife), trapping, and tracking techniques

Certification

First Aid (Inc Cpr)

Issued by National Courses

Fieldwork & Technical Experience

  • Animal Handling: Experienced in managing both domestic species (cattle, sheep, horses) and wildlife (small mammals, reptiles).
  • Technical Expertise: Proficient with Elliott traps, pit-fall arrays, camera traps, and radio tracking tools.
  • Statistical Analysis: Skilled in R Commander and Maxent modelling software for data analysis and distribution modelling.
  • Research Skills: Thorough knowledge of research methodologies, including data collection, analysis, and maintaining ethical standards.

Volunteer Experience

Charles Sturt University Trivia Club 

Secretary 

07/01/24-Ongoing 

  • Organise events
  • Manage meeting minutes
  • Presenter of trivia night for staff and students


WIRES 

03/01/19-01/31/21 

  • Completed rescue and animal handling training
  • Rescued and relocated wildlife
  • Suggested ways to improve processes and training

Professional Referees

  • Dr. Hayley Stannard, Honours Supervisor, Charles Sturt University, hstannard@csu.edu.au
  • A/Prof Julie Old, Co-Supervisor, Western Sydney University, J.Old@westernsydney.edu.au
  • Prof David Watson, Lecturer, Charles Sturt University, dwatson@csu.edu.au

Timeline

Work Placement

Local Land Services
11.2023 - 11.2023

Work Placement

Ginninderry Conservation Trust
11.2022 - 12.2022

Work Placement

Mulligan’s Flat Woodland Sanctuary
11.2022 - 12.2022

Work Placement

Blackbutt Reserve
11.2022 - 11.2022

Administration Assistant

Moneytax Financial Centre
03.2019 - 02.2021

Sales Assistant

Prouds
12.2018 - 02.2019

First Aid (Inc Cpr)

Issued by National Courses

Bachelor of Animal Science (Honours)

Charles Sturt University
Emily Fryett