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Holly Bailey

Seddon,VIC

Summary

Results-oriented achiever with proven ability to exceed targets and drive success in fast-paced environments. Combines strategic thinking with hands-on experience to deliver impactful solutions and enhance organisational performance.

Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organisational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

Nursery Hand Production

Haars Nursery
  • Unloaded plants and nursery items from delivery trucks.
  • Transplanted seedlings and young plants to promote growth and prepare plants for sale or transfer to other locations.
  • Water, pruned and groomed plants and trees to maintain health and attractiveness.
  • Assisted with operating tractors and forklifts to transport plants and soil and perform grading.
  • Maximized water conservation, checking sprinkler spray angles and testing digital controller performance.
  • Inspected equipment and machinery to identify and schedule repair and maintenance, managing wear and tear.
  • Mulched gardens, placed sod, and adjusted soils to provide optimal growth potential.
  • Answered questions and provided information regarding plants and care to help customers make informed decisions.
  • Mixed and sprayed fertilizers, herbicides and insecticides onto shrubs, trees, and grass.
  • Inspected plants to identify for signs of disease or infestation and address problems early.
  • Evaluate harvesting conditions and identify obstacles.
  • Communicated with coworkers and management to report challenges.
  • Managed wide variety of plants, from seedlings to mature specimens, keeping soils and planting beds healthy and conducive for growth.
  • Assembled and maintained greenhouses and other structures to assist with business operations.
  • Harvested fruits and vegetables and prepared for sale or shipping.
  • Transported and loaded harvested items into delivery trucks.
  • pack pallets of stock for delivery's
  • maintaining gardens by watering, weeding and mowing lawns
  • picking ready stock and Loading onto trolleys, unloading on to dock for truck collection
  • Moving garden supplies and equipment
  • applying pesticides to control pests, diseases, weeds and nutrition
  • Blocking in stock that has been picked from to make room for new stock
  • Moving stock around nursery into appropriate greenhouse
  • Record information about plants and plant growth (Maintain operational records)
  • Inspect plants buds ties to assess quality, evaluate quality of plants or crops
  • Dig, cut, and transplant seedlings, cuttings, trees, and shrubs
  • Clean work areas and maintain grounds and landscaping
  • Regulate greenhouse conditions, and indoor and outdoor irrigation systems.

Carpet Layer

Sub Contracting
04.2019 - Current
  • Utilized personal protective equipment to prevent exposure to fumes and hazardous substances.
  • Performed carpet cleaning and stain removal tasks using recommended products.
  • Installed carpet, hardwood and Carpet tiles flooring in commercial and residential buildings.
  • Removed existing flooring materials and prepared area for installation of new products.
  • Operated hand and power tools
  • Organized materials, machinery and tools necessary to complete each job.
  • Took care to prepare work areas, use adhesives and resolve
  • problems with installations.
  • Conducted comprehensive site assessments and prepared detailed quotations for clients
  • Performed floor preparation tasks including surface leveling, feathering, and substrate conditioning
  • Executed carpentry work including skirting board removal and reinstallation
  • Managed flooring removal projects, including carpet extraction and disposal
  • Completed concrete work including mixing, pouring, and finishing for various applications
  • Constructed access ramps and doorway transitions to ensure level thresholds and accessibility compliance
  • Applied screeding techniques to achieve smooth, level concrete surfaces
  • Maintained clean and safe work environments through ongoing site housekeeping during projects
  • Conducted thorough site cleanup and final inspections before project completion
  • Demonstrated strong attention to detail and commitment to leaving work sites in pristine condition

Core Competencies:

  • Site preparation and assessment
  • Concrete finishing and screeding
  • Basic carpentry and renovation work
  • Quality control and site management
  • Health and safety compliance
  • Client communication and quoting
  • Performed semi-skilled carpentry work such as subflooring repair and trim installation.

Activities Instructor

Bayplay Adventure Tours
03.2023 - 12.2024
  • Delivered comprehensive snorkelling instruction covering equipment usage, terminology, underwater communication techniques, and free-diving skills to participants of varying experience levels
  • Provided detailed briefings on local marine ecosystems and wildlife identification to enhance participant education and environmental awareness
  • Conducted pre-activity safety assessments through individual participant consultations to determine water competency levels and tailor instruction accordingly
  • Coordinated and supervised outdoor adventure activities including snorkelling, sea kayaking, and stand-up paddleboarding for groups of diverse abilities
  • Maintained responsibility for equipment setup, inspection, and ongoing maintenance to ensure operational safety and compliance standards
  • Demonstrated proper equipment usage and activity techniques while providing hands-on instruction to participants
  • Implemented comprehensive safety protocols and risk management strategies to minimize participant exposure to hazards
  • Responded to emergency situations by administering first aid and coordinating appropriate follow-up medical care when required
  • Served as regional tourism ambassador by providing information on local attractions and points of interest
  • Maintained detailed activity logs and completed administrative documentation as required
  • Fostered high levels of participant engagement through enthusiastic facilitation and responsive group management
  • designed up games for once people felt confident on the water.
  • Teaching stand up paddle boarding.
  • lead in sea kayaking


Care Coordinator – Illuka Retreat Shoreham

  • Managed guest arrival process including check-in procedures and orientation to glamping accommodations
  • Provided comprehensive accommodation information and curated recommendations for regional activities and attractions
  • Coordinated and hosted on-site events to enhance guest experience
  • Delivered personalized guest services including fire preparation and maintenance
  • Processed accommodation bookings while strategically allocating guests to appropriate camping zones
  • Maintained inventory control systems and managed stock levels for operational supplies
  • ON-CALL 24/7

Landscaping Assistant

MillerCoors
10.2021 - 12.2021
  • Installed stonework according to landscape design plan and client specifications.
  • Handled hedge, bush, and shrub trimming.
  • Created striking landscape designs, applying years of diverse industry knowledge.
  • Removed and disposed of plant debris from work sites to keep areas safe and well-organised.
  • Built large retaining walls
  • Moving dirt either by hand shovelling all excavator.
  • keep the job clean and tidy up before you leave site.
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  • Installed lights, sprinklers and other outdoor features based on requirements.
  • Developed and implemented strategies for water conservation.
  • Prepared soil for planting and sowing.
  • Applied fertilizers and pesticides to outdoor areas according to safety standards.
  • Removed debris and waste from outdoor areas.
  • Monitored and evaluated condition of trees, shrubs, lawns and flowerbeds.
  • Coordinated with other landscaping professionals to improve outdoor areas.
  • Assisted with irrigation system maintenance and repair.
  • Utilized power tools and landscaping machines to maintain outdoor areas.
  • Maintained gardening tools by replacing blades and fluids.
  • Collaborated with gardeners to plan and design outdoor spaces.
  • Developed and maintained efficient irrigation system for outdoor areas.

Outdoors Activities Instructor/Group Leader

PGL - Winmarleigh Hall
02.2017 - 12.2019

Pre-Activity Safety Inspections

  • Conduct routine visual inspections of all elements and activity areas prior to each session
  • Check integrity of poles, ladders, high lap splices, anchor points, guy lines, and rope systems in accordance with ACOP daily inspection protocols
  • Inspect for fallen branches, unstable trees, and environmental hazards
  • Suspend off-ground activities during wind conditions exceeding Force 5 (17-21 knots/19-24 mph/29-38 km/h) or when lightning breaches the 30/30 rule

Emergency Rescue Procedures

  • Execute unconscious casualty rescue protocols requiring minimum five-person team and physical lift procedures as detailed in ACOP
  • Coordinate retrieval rescue for guests stranded at wire sag point using retrieval rope system attached by accompanying adults
  • Immediately call for assistance when emergency rescue situations arise

Guest Briefing & Safety Protocols

  • Deliver comprehensive session introductions and safety briefings including landing technique demonstrations as per ACOP
  • Demonstrate correct foot positioning for controlled stopping before zip wire terminus
  • Instruct accompanying adults on retrieval procedures for guests returning to sag span
  • Verify guests are physically and cognitively capable of executing safe landing procedures before participation

Platform Operations & Dispatch Procedures

  • Maintain personal safety attachment to platform safety systems at all times when operating in attachment and dispatch areas
  • Hold guests in designated waiting area until called forward by dispatch instructor
  • Attach zip trolleys to cable only within designated attachment area
  • Conduct pre-dispatch safety reminders including non-inversion protocols and landing techniques
  • Perform Final Departure Checks (FDC) including physical 'squeeze' check of karabiner's before each dispatch
  • Establish clear communication signals with landing zone personnel to confirm 'all clear' status before launch
  • Remove safety chains/cow's tails only after completing all checks and confirming guest understanding
  • Secure dispatch gate before calling next participant through holding area
  • Enforce maximum weight limit of 120kg for all zip wire participants
  • Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.

Assistant Nurse/Medical Social Worker

Workforcexs
02.2016 - 01.2018

Clinical Care & Health Monitoring

  • Monitor and record vital signs with accurate documentation on patient charts
  • Administer medications in accordance with protocols and report to Registered Nurses
  • Conduct comprehensive nursing assessments of patients/residents
  • Observe and report skin integrity and condition changes
  • Assist patients with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)
  • Respond to medical emergencies following established policy and procedures
  • Care Planning & Coordination
  • Participate in regular care plan reviews and updates
  • Implement intervention procedures for dementia and behavioural health concerns
  • Coordinate appropriate responses with multidisciplinary team members
  • Ensure all patient information is accurately recorded and communicated

Social Support & Housing Services

  • Partnered with Launch Housing to support rough sleepers transitioning to stable accommodation over 12-month periods
  • Developed sustainable pathways out of homelessness by addressing housing, health, and psychosocial needs
  • Facilitated long-term solutions to maintain housing stability and improve overall wellbeing

Community Engagement & Holistic Support

  • Delivered services across diverse engagement hubs including meal programs and women's shelters
  • Provided wraparound support addressing multiple complex issues affecting vulnerable populations
  • Applied person-centred approaches integrating clinical care with social determinants of health
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.

Education

Justice in Healthcare

Victoria University
Melbourne, Victoria, VIC

Diploma Of Nursing - Practical Nursing

Chisholm Berwick
Berwick, VIC
02-2019

No Degree - Dual Certificate III in Aged Care & Community Care

Chisholm Berwick
Berwick
09-2016

Skills

  • First aid training

  • Plant care and maintenance

  • Weeding and watering

  • Floral care and maintenance

  • Horticulture

  • Positive reinforcement

  • Heavy lifting

  • Behaviour modelling

  • Soil preparation

  • Safe chemical handling

  • Fertilizer application

  • Plant propagation

  • Pest control

  • Communication

  • Taking initiative

Accomplishments

Outdoor Education & Guest Services

  • Successfully designed and delivered safe, engaging outdoor education programs across multiple water-based activities (snorkelling, kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding) for diverse participant groups
  • Maintained exemplary safety record through rigorous risk assessment protocols and responsive emergency management
  • Consistently received positive feedback for creating memorable, educational experiences while maintaining high safety standards

Construction & Site Management

  • Demonstrated versatility and technical competence across multiple trades including concrete finishing, carpentry, and site preparation
  • Built reputation for delivering quality workmanship while maintaining pristine, safe work environments
  • Successfully managed client relationships from initial quotation through to project completion

Communication & Professional Skills

  • Recognized for ability to translate complex ideas into clear, professional communications across academic, workplace, and community contexts
  • Proven capacity to navigate sensitive interpersonal situations with diplomacy and cultural awareness
  • Strong administrative and organizational capabilities including documentation, scheduling, and multi-stakeholder coordination

Languages

English
Full Professional

Timeline

Activities Instructor

Bayplay Adventure Tours
03.2023 - 12.2024

Landscaping Assistant

MillerCoors
10.2021 - 12.2021

Carpet Layer

Sub Contracting
04.2019 - Current

Outdoors Activities Instructor/Group Leader

PGL - Winmarleigh Hall
02.2017 - 12.2019

Assistant Nurse/Medical Social Worker

Workforcexs
02.2016 - 01.2018

Nursery Hand Production

Haars Nursery

Justice in Healthcare

Victoria University

Diploma Of Nursing - Practical Nursing

Chisholm Berwick

No Degree - Dual Certificate III in Aged Care & Community Care

Chisholm Berwick
Holly Bailey