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John Calleja

Kings Park,VIC

Summary

Dedicated and reliable professional with extensive hands-on experience in warehouse forklift operations, domestic and commercial cleaning, basic gardening, and home maintenance. Holds a Certificate III in Cleaning Operations and a current LF Forklift Licence, demonstrating a commitment to safety and operational excellence. Recognized for punctuality, a strong work ethic, and effective collaboration within team environments. Eager to leverage skills and experience to contribute positively to future roles.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Warehouse Forklift Operator

Ron Crouch Transport
Laverton North
05.2023 - 08.2024
  • Operated LF counterbalance forklifts to safely load/unload tautliners and containers.
  • Completed pallet put-aways, replenishment, and order staging to meet dispatch windows.
  • Performed basic receipting, labelling, and inventory counts; maintained tidy, hazard-free bays.
  • Followed load-restraint standards; used pallet jacks and manual handling techniques correctly.
  • Maintained an incident-free record and high pick/put-away accuracy.
  • Conducted routine safety inspections on equipment to ensure compliance.

Domestic & Commercial Cleaner

Absolute Domestics
01.2023 - 05.2023
  • Delivered routine and deep cleans: kitchens, bathrooms, floors, dusting, windows, bins.
  • Applied chemical handling and MSDS/SDS guidelines; disinfected high-touch surfaces.
  • Managed job schedules, confirmed client requirements, and completed quality check-offs.
  • Supported end-of-lease cleans (ovens, grout/detailing, skirtings, spot-walls).
  • Utilized various cleaning tools and supplies effectively for optimal results.

Gardening & Home Maintenance (Casual / Self-Employed)

Various Clients
2025 - Current
  • Lawn mowing, edging, pruning, weeding, green-waste removal, basic irrigation checks.
  • Minor home upkeep: patch/paint touch-ups, fixture checks, rubbish & hard-waste runs.
  • Quoted jobs, sourced materials, and kept sites safe, tidy, and presentable.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.

Education

Certificate III - Cleaning Operations

Kangan Institute
Melbourne, VIC
01-2012

Skills

  • Forklift (LF) operation: loading/unloading, pallet put-aways, staging
  • Warehouse: receipting, labelling, stock counts, housekeeping, manual handling
  • Cleaning: routine & deep cleans, touch-point disinfection, MSDS/SDS awareness
  • Grounds & home maintenance: mowing, edging, pruning, minor repairs, rubbish runs
  • WHS: hazard ID, PPE compliance, incident reporting
  • Reliability & teamwork: on-time, follows procedures, communicates clearly

Certification

LF Forklift Licence

Interests

  • Spending time with family
  • BBQs with friends
  • Fitness
  • Console gaming
  • Personal Development and Self-Improvement

Timeline

Warehouse Forklift Operator

Ron Crouch Transport
05.2023 - 08.2024

Domestic & Commercial Cleaner

Absolute Domestics
01.2023 - 05.2023

Gardening & Home Maintenance (Casual / Self-Employed)

Various Clients
2025 - Current

Certificate III - Cleaning Operations

Kangan Institute
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