- Participate in Pilates, Boxing, swimming, snorkelling and Kayaking, as recreational activities to maintain physical fitness
- Learning new cooking techniques and expanding my culinary skills
- Volunteering for community initiatives to give back to local communities to make a positive impact
- learning languages and about diverse cultures
- Traveling
- Pottery
- Food Tourism
- I enjoy cooking for friends and family gatherings
Karen McHardy
Wilsons Creek,NSW
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations/Construction Project Manager
Self Employed Services
09.2014 - Current
- Managed construction schedules to achieve adequate project labor coverage of several local small builds and renovations.
- Consulted with clients to define objectives and develop scopes and arrange efficient material supply to save on labour costs
- Improved project efficiency by streamlining communication between team members and stakeholders.
Investor
Self Employed
09.2014 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Generation of personal wealth profile via, real estate, Forex, shares and Crypto.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Volunteer
Brunswick Respite Center
10.2022 - 02.2023
- Assisted with special events and programs for respite clients with dementia
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
Operations Manager
Quick Smart Homes
03.2009 - 06.2015
- Identified and qualified customer needs and negotiated and closed profitable projects with high success rate.
- Established positive and effective communication among unit staff and organization leadership, reducing miscommunications, and missed deadlines.
- Facilitated smooth collaboration between departments through clear communication channels.
- In charge of Australian standard materials procurement.
- Shipping and export documents
- liaise and translate for staff and visiting management
First Class Flight Attendant
Qantas Australia
04.1996 - 02.2004
- Handled medical emergencies calmly and competently following established protocols while liaising with the cockpit crew as needed.
- Maintained a safe cabin environment by conducting pre-flight safety checks and adhering to FAA regulations.
- Greeted passengers, assisted with carry-on baggage storage and delivered onboard announcements.
- Supported team morale through effective communication skills that fostered cooperation among diverse crew members under various circumstances.
Personal Assistant /Language Translator
Austrop Wool Processors
02.1994 - 03.1996
- Supported executive in achieving goals by proactively anticipating needs and addressing concerns promptly.
- Provided research assistance on various projects, leading to informed decisions based on accurate information.
- Served as first point of contact for incoming visitors or phone calls, ensuring prompt responses or directing inquiries appropriately.
- Ensured all foreign workers and employees were accommodated and emersed into Australian life.
- Translated for lead designer and his family.
General Manager
Rogues Streetons
02.1989 - 02.1994
- Managed all aspects of daily operations, including managing budgets, inventory control, and vendor relations.
- Developed and maintained a strong team of motivated staff by providing ongoing training and development opportunities.
- Implemented efficient scheduling practices to ensure optimal staffing levels during peak business hours.
Education
Family And Community Services Cert 4
Byron Community College
Byron Bay, NSW11-2022
Mandarin Chinese
Concept Mandarine
Guangzhou China07-2008
First Class Training And Conflict Resolution
Qantas Pty Ltd
11-1998
Diploma of Italian Studies
University of Perugia
Perugia Italy02-1989
Hotel Mangagment And Catering Diploma
Ryde Catering College
Sydney, NSW02-1987
Skills
- Problem-solving
- Active listening
- Cultural sensitivity
- Attention to detail
- Exceptional Customer service skills
- A professional eye for detail and prioritizing
- Community engagement
- Event planning
- Building, demolition, and renovation
- Management
- Subcontractor management
- Design and planning
- langauges
- Pilot and Scuba ticket
Interests
Timeline
Volunteer
Brunswick Respite Center
10.2022 - 02.2023
Operations/Construction Project Manager
Self Employed Services
09.2014 - Current
Investor
Self Employed
09.2014 - Current
Operations Manager
Quick Smart Homes
03.2009 - 06.2015
First Class Flight Attendant
Qantas Australia
04.1996 - 02.2004
Personal Assistant /Language Translator
Austrop Wool Processors
02.1994 - 03.1996
General Manager
Rogues Streetons
02.1989 - 02.1994
Family And Community Services Cert 4
Byron Community College
Mandarin Chinese
Concept Mandarine
First Class Training And Conflict Resolution
Qantas Pty Ltd
Diploma of Italian Studies
University of Perugia
Hotel Mangagment And Catering Diploma
Ryde Catering College
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