Joel Christian
Goondiwindi ,QLD
Summary
Organized and motivated employee eager to apply time management and organizational skills in various environments. Seeking entry-level opportunities to expand skills while facilitating company growth.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sales Assistant
BWS
Toowoomba, QLD
09.2022 - Current
- Handled customer inquiries, complaints, and returns professionally, ensuring a positive experience for all clients.
- Processed transactions accurately while maintaining a high level of customer service.
- Increased sales by building strong customer relationships and providing excellent service.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Assisted customers with prompt and polite support in-person and via telephone.
Industrial Abseilor
Amalgamated group
08.2016 - 08.2021
- high rise construction and maintenance.
- (painting, rendering, sanding/grinding , form work, trade assisting, electrical work , tiling work,pressure washing, window cleaning, rigging, installation of anchor points, securing exclusion zones, standby rescue, and job planning and safety checks).
- During this roll I progressed from a level 1 rope access ticket to a level 2, I was also responsible for supervising rolls.
Industrial Abseilor
Alpine height safety
03.2014 - 08.2016
- I started with alpine height safety as a spotter responsible for setting up and maintaining exclusion zones for co workers working at heights.
- I quickly progressed to working at heights myself after completing my level 1 rope access ticket after that My responsibilities included - high rise construction and maintenance (painting, rendering, sanding/grinding , form work, trade assisting, electrical work , tiling work,pressure washing, window cleaning, rigging, installation of anchor points, securing exclusion zones, standby rescue, and job planning.
- When a new company took over the contract for construction I was the only person selected to transition to the new employer and maintain steady employment because of my level of on the job knowledge,with the roll of instructing and supervising the new team of coworkers.
Leasehand
Ensign drilling
08.2013 - 03.2014
- Responsibilities included- assistance with drilling operations, rig moves, assembling and dis-assembling of rig , and rig maintenance
- Participated in company safety meetings to learn different ways to alleviate accidents.
- Handled various manual operating and maintenance tasks as directed by company's policies and standards.
- Completed tasks within expected timeframes.
- Observed manufacturer safety instructions when using machinery and work tools.
- Cleaned and inspected rig and drilling equipment and implemented practices to prevent equipment rust or corrosion.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
- Motivated and encouraged team members to communicate more openly and constructively with each other.
Construction Laborer
Fence barn
01.2012 - 08.2013
- I started this roll assisting with the construction of timber fencing and timber retaining walls and progressed to a stage where I was completing jobs unsupervised, responsibilities included the construction and removal of timber fencing and timber retaining walls , and operation of excavation machinery(dingo)
- Maintained clean, safe working environment by removing debris from job site prior to shift completion.
- Collected and removed debris from work sites to maintain team productivity and minimize safety hazards.
- Used picks and shovels to dig, spread and level dirt and gravel.
- Met company and OSHA safety guidelines for work site operations to minimize worker risk.
- Installed structures or fixtures using hand or power tools per plan drawings.
- Used wheelbarrow to move debris and material to designated areas on jobsite.
- Signaled operators of construction equipment to facilitate alignment, movement and adjustment of machinery.
- Operated overhead lifts to move heavy and bulky work materials.
- Read plans, instructions or specifications to determine work activities.
- Built and disassembled scaffolds, bracing and barricades to assist in vertical construction activities.
- Utilized two-way radios and hand signals to coordinate communication between equipment operators.
- Performed lock-out-tag-out procedures on equipment prior to service work to promote workplace safety.
- Used drills and other power tools safely to complete job tasks.
- Loaded materials, equipment and tools onto trucks and secured for transport to job sites.
- Loaded trucks with materials and tools in preparation for transport to job locations.
- Sustained safety protocols to maintain secure, proper handling of equipment and materials.
- Completed carpentry work and installed crown molding and wood flooring to meet customer preferences.
- Applied caulking materials to windows and doors to seal against water and air.
- Addressed and resolved on-site problems to keep teams on-task and avoid development of larger concerns.
- Identified safety issues and immediately notified foreman for remediation action.
Global Renewable Energy Systems
Self employed
01.2011 - 01.2012
- I started my own business with 2 business partners incorporating the government home insulation rebate program.
- I was responsible for record keeping of business income and expenses, calculated and allocated wages for employees, purchasing of stock and supplies, inventory management, and site deliveries
- Oversaw staff by delegating work and reviewing individual performance.
- Cultivated strong professional relationships with suppliers and key clients to drive long-term business development.
- Evaluated employee progress and compliance while identifying areas for additional coaching by monitoring daily performance.
Perfect Body Personal Training
Self employed
10.2005 - 01.2011
- Communicated with clients to determine goals and performed client assessments.
- Led, instructed and motivated individuals during cardiovascular exercise, strength training and stretching activities.
- Offered clients educational information and materials to help with preventive care, nutrition, body mechanics, fitness, stress management and ergonomics.
- Grew customer base through word-of-mouth referrals based on customer satisfaction and results.
- Assisted clients with developing reasonable diets and nutritional guidelines.
- Maintained files detailing personal fitness regimens, records and contracts in newly-implemented system to keep client information current.
- Helped with racking weights and in maintaining neat, organized and clean club.
- Conducted new member appointments following company standards and requirements.
- Created personal training experiences for clients.
- Enforced safe exercise equipment use, reminding members of rules and guiding techniques.
- Built and established relationships with members and guests to help in pursuit of fitness goals.
- Demonstrated safe and proper exercise techniques to clients.
- Informed clients of fitness tools available to assist in goal achievement.
- Promoted facility amenities, programs and membership benefits.
Private
Australian army
12.2000 - 02.2001
- Enlistment in the Australian army reserve
Education
Year 10
Elanora State High
Qld12.1996
Skills
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Active Listening
- Problem Resolution
- Flexible Schedule
- First Aid/CPR
- Organizational Skills
- Team Building
- Reliable & Trustworthy
- PPE Use
- Conflict Resolution
- Supervision & Leadership
- Team Management
- Critical Thinking
- Good Work Ethic
- Relationship Building
- People Skills
- Training & Development
- Customer Service
- Good with numbers and mathematical solutions
Certification
Cirtificate IV in fitness
Timeline
Sales Assistant
BWS
09.2022 - Current
Industrial Abseilor
Amalgamated group
08.2016 - 08.2021
Industrial Abseilor
Alpine height safety
03.2014 - 08.2016
Leasehand
Ensign drilling
08.2013 - 03.2014
Construction Laborer
Fence barn
01.2012 - 08.2013
Global Renewable Energy Systems
Self employed
01.2011 - 01.2012
Perfect Body Personal Training
Self employed
10.2005 - 01.2011
Private
Australian army
12.2000 - 02.2001
Year 10
Elanora State High