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Gary Woolnough

Muswellbrook, NSW,NSW

Summary

Flexible and hard-working team player with a strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Proven ability to work effectively unsupervised and quickly master new skills. Committed to meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Corrective Services Trade Overseer

Corrective Services NSW
Muswellbrook
03.2012 - Current
  • Resolved conflicts between personnel through effective communication techniques while maintaining a positive working environment.
  • Organized daily work schedules for staff, assigning duties and responsibilities accordingly.
  • Ensured compliance with safety regulations and procedures by monitoring the work of employees.
  • Supervised staff in a variety of tasks to ensure efficient operations.
  • Performed administrative tasks such as ordering supplies, preparing documents, tracking expenses .
  • Identified training needs for personnel under direct supervision and developed appropriate training plans.
  • Maintained an organized filing system of employee records, documents, payroll information.
  • Viewed and checked job equipment to determine maintenance requirements.
  • Complied with federal and company regulations to maintain high level of job site safety.
  • Managed sites by focusing on safety, operations and productivity.
  • Communicated with suppliers and coordinated delivery of supplies to job sites.
  • Created work crew schedules and delegated assignments.
  • Trained and monitored employees to teach daily tasks and improve performance.
  • Delegated duties to employees based on skillset.
  • Implemented onsite safety protocols and procedures and properly trained team members on prevention measures.
  • Established and enforced procedures and work standards, promoting team performance and safety.

Trainee Driller

Valley Longwall International
Muswellbrook, NSW
02.2012 - 02.2012
  • Operated and maintained drilling equipment, such as pumps, compressors, top drives, swivels, tongs and hoists.
  • Worked closely with supervisors to ensure that projects were completed according to schedule.
  • Kept detailed records of all drill activities including depths reached, pressures encountered.
  • Ensured that all safety protocols were followed at all times during the drilling process.
  • Assisted with moving rigs from one location to another for different jobs.
  • Cleaned and maintained work areas after every job was completed.
  • Adhered strictly to company policies pertaining to health and safety regulations.
  • Maintained well control systems to ensure safety while drilling operations are in progress.
  • Set up rigs for various types of drills including directional, horizontal and vertical wells.
  • Operated and stabilized machines and drills.
  • Inspected equipment for safety and functionality and completed regular maintenance.
  • Removed core samples during drilling to determine nature of strata being drilled.
  • Connected sections of drill pipe using hand tools and powered wrenches and tongs.
  • Conducted regular inspections of drill pipe threads and connections to maintain quality standards.
  • Performed routine maintenance on all drilling equipment.
  • Worked alongside senior team members to learn related job tasks and roles.

Corrective Services Trade Overseer

Corrective Services NSW
Muswellbrook, NSW
07.2008 - 02.2012

Butcher

Self Employed
Warren , NSW
11.1997 - 06.2008
  • Provided excellent customer service by answering questions about product selection.
  • Adhered to store policies regarding sanitation protocols during preparation of foods.
  • Monitored temperature levels in refrigeration units throughout the day.
  • Ordered supplies from vendors when necessary to meet customer demand.
  • Ensured that all food safety regulations were followed at all times while preparing food.
  • Cleaned and sanitized work areas to maintain health standards.
  • Inspected meats for quality assurance before selling them to customers.
  • Utilized knives appropriately when cutting raw meats into portions or steaks.
  • Trained new employees in proper safety procedures for handling meat products.
  • Maintained records of sales transactions and restocked items as needed.
  • Weighed, wrapped, labeled, priced, and displayed merchandise for sale.
  • Prepared cuts of beef, pork, veal, lamb and poultry to customer specifications.
  • Supplied and trained personnel on matters of cleanliness, client interactions and various types of meat cuts.
  • Closely monitored display and refrigerator temperatures to ensure safety and quality of products.
  • Provided exceptional customer service, resolving issues and ensuring satisfaction with meat purchases.
  • Trained new staff in butchering techniques, safety protocols, and customer service.
  • Maintained proper food temperatures for various products.
  • Managed inventory, ensuring freshness and quality of meat products.
  • Maintained strict adherence to safety and hygiene standards in meat preparation and storage.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of various meat cuts and recommended cooking techniques to customers.
  • Ensured compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations regarding meat processing and sales.
  • Engaged with customers to understand their needs, providing recommendations for meat selection and preparation.
  • Packaged, weighed, and labeled meat products accurately for retail sale.
  • Monitored storage conditions, including temperature controls, to prevent spoilage.
  • Monitored employee use of machinery mincers, slicers and sausage fillers.
  • Performed minor maintenance tasks on butcher shop equipment as needed.

Education

Trade - Butchery

TAFE NSW
Newcastle, NSW
12-1994

School Certificate -

Warren Central School
Warren, NSW
12-1989

Skills

  • Mentoring and Coaching
  • Customer Relations
  • Staff Development
  • Innovation and Creativity
  • Materials estimating
  • OH&S Compliance
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Worksite safety
  • Effective Communication
  • Daily Reporting
  • Material ordering
  • Interpersonal and written communication
  • Attention to Detail
  • Budget Development
  • Cultural Sensitivity
  • Staff Management
  • Quality Control
  • Contract Management
  • Safety policies and procedures
  • Maintenance Management

Certification

  • Cert IV Training & Assessment
  • Qualified Butcher
  • First Aid Certified

Timeline

Corrective Services Trade Overseer

Corrective Services NSW
03.2012 - Current

Trainee Driller

Valley Longwall International
02.2012 - 02.2012

Corrective Services Trade Overseer

Corrective Services NSW
07.2008 - 02.2012

Butcher

Self Employed
11.1997 - 06.2008

Trade - Butchery

TAFE NSW

School Certificate -

Warren Central School
Gary Woolnough