Leilani Edwards
Parndana,Australia
Summary
Driven and adaptable professional with a diverse background in agriculture, hospitality, and aquatic management, notably at Rhys Buick Shearing. Excelled in enhancing productivity and safety, demonstrating exceptional teamwork and problem-solving abilities. Skilled in heavy machinery operation and effective communication, significantly contributing to operational improvements and workplace efficiency. Dependable worker knowledgeable about farm equipment and machinery and capable of performing routine maintenance and repairs. Skilled at feeding, watering and exercising livestock. Helpful Farm Hand with outstanding knowledge of processes and equipment use and repair. Proven history of punctuality and consistently great work. Committed to providing best-in-class support and working quickly without sacrificing quality. Agricultural Worker acquainted with use, care and operation of light and heavy agricultural equipment. Trained on safety procedures for handling hazardous materials and operating heavy equipment. Tended to crops and plants while maximizing efforts to prevent pests and crop death using organic methods. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level farming position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Roustabout
Rhys Buick Shearing
2024.09 - Current
- Boosted productivity by collaborating with fellow crew members to complete tasks quickly and efficiently.
- Ensured a safe working environment by adhering to safety protocols and promptly reporting potential hazards.
- Listened carefully to supervisors to understand directions and then carried out all work responsibilities efficiently.
- Followed safety protocols and regulations when performing roustabout duties, reducing risks and hazards.
- Assisted in shearing operations ensuring minimal stress on sheep while maximizing wool yield quality.
- Assisted in shearing tasks to ensure efficient wool production while minimizing stress on the animals.
- Ensured the safety of workers, utilizing proper equipment handling techniques during shearing operations.
Farm Labourer
Gregor Farming
2024.08 - Current
- Collaborated with coworkers to complete daily farm tasks efficiently and quickly.
- Loaded and unloaded containers of materials and products on trucks, trailers and railcars by hand or with forklift truck.
- Built and mended fencing to prevent stock from straying, divide land and improve organization.
- Examined livestock animals for signs of illness and injury.
- Administered vaccinations to animals to prevent spread of disease.
- Branded or tagged livestock with name.
- Participated in local events and activities to promote farm and build relationships with community.
- Collaborated with other farm staff to develop innovative solutions for common agricultural challenges.
- Improved livestock health with regular monitoring, vaccinations, and proper nutrition management.
- Promoted a positive work atmosphere through strong teamwork skills, fostering collaboration among team members to achieve common goals.
- Reduced farm costs by optimizing resource usage and introducing sustainable farming practices.
- Trained part-time help in livestock care and farm operations.
- Dipped or bathed animals with appropriate applications to control parasites.
- Documented animal growth, production costs, individual behaviours, feeding patterns and other data in daily logs and main database, noting trends, and identifying areas of concern.
Aquatic Officer
Kangaroo Island Community Education
2022.01 - Current
- Ensured compliance with national and local laws through regular policy reviews and updates.
- Collected, arranged, and input information into database system.
- Generated reports detailing findings and recommendations.
- Conducted regular reviews of operations and identified areas for improvement.
- Maintained overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.
- Educated guests about water safety rules, promoting a secure recreational environment for all visitors.
- Ensured a clean and sanitary environment by conducting routine facility maintenance tasks.
- Adapted quickly to various roles within the processing facility based on staffing needs or changes in production demands.
- Developed strong knife skills, enabling faster completion of intricate cuts without sacrificing precision or accuracy.
- Removed scales, bones and tails during cleaning procedures.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary work environment, adhering to strict food safety guidelines.
- Cleaned and sanitized tools and other factory equipment following corporate procedures.
- Cleaned, cut and trimmed Barramundi fish before marketing to public.
- Segregated products according to colour, size and grade.
- Inspected equipment, checking for proper functioning and safety.
- Improved product quality with meticulous attention to detail in the deboning, skinning, and filleting processes.
- Improved water quality by conducting regular testing and monitoring of various water sources.
- Contributed to a safer environment for aquatic life by assessing chemical levels in bodies of water that may pose threats to ecosystems.
- Evaluated new testing equipment and provided recommendations for procurement, contributing to more efficient operations and cost savings.
- Collected water samples from semi-processed, processed and raw water.
- Ran tours through the Barramundi Shed to Students from other schools, teachers or tourists.
Waitress Supervisor
Parndana Hotel
2020.02 - Current
- Managed table turnover rate effectively allowing for more guests served per shift.
- Ensured timely delivery of food orders by closely monitoring kitchen processes and collaborating with chefs to resolve any issues efficiently.
- Fostered a positive working environment by addressing employee conflicts promptly and fairly, promoting open communication between team members.
- Increased overall dining experience by maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organization throughout the restaurant.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently managing waitstaff schedules and ensuring optimal coverage during peak hours.
- Maintained compliance with health regulations through consistent adherence to safety protocols within the workplace.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
- Performed opening and closing duties, ensuring the dining area was prepared for seamless service transitions.
- Maintained a clean and orderly dining area for an enjoyable guest experience.
- Addressed customer complaints or concerns professionally, ensuring swift resolution and maintaining positive relationships.
- Assisted in training new hires, providing guidance on restaurant standards and best practices.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally to maintain positive reputation.
- Maintained clean and organized dining areas to uphold restaurant hygiene standards.
- Handled cash transactions accurately, contributing to balanced daily financial reports.
- Set positive tone for entire dining experience as first point of contact for incoming guests.
- Supported colleagues during peak hours, fostering a collaborative work environment that enhanced overall productivity levels.
- Followed health and safety protocols crucial for maintaining safe and sanitary environments for customers and staff.
- Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
- Coordinated with kitchen staff to ensure timely delivery of orders, resulting in satisfied customers.
- Used slow periods to restock supplies, ice, trays, and preparation of foods.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in dining area, contributing to welcoming atmosphere.
- Kept up with fast-paced environments, ensuring timely delivery of orders during peak hours.
- Shared knowledge of menu items and flavors, enabling customers to make personal decisions based on taste and interest.
- Processed orders and sent to kitchen employees for preparation.
- Helped customers with dietary restrictions, allergies and intolerances obtain safe, delicious food by working closely with kitchen staff on alternatives.
- Presented menus to patrons promptly after seating and answered questions about menu items, making recommendations upon request.
- Printed dining checks with total due, collected payment and offered receipts to complete transactions.
- Inspected dishes and utensils for cleanliness.
Education
GED -
Kangaroo Island Community Education
Kingscote, SA11.2024
Skills
- Personal Protective Equipment
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Tools and mechanical equipment
- Welding Basics
- Hazardous Materials Handling
- Materials transportation
- Accident reporting
- Heavy Lifting
- Written and verbal communication
- Heavy Equipment Operation- Beginner
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Excellent Communication
- Organizational Skills
- Team Collaboration
- Active Listening
- Effective Communication
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Decision-Making
- Team building
- Self Motivation
- Analytical Thinking
- Goal Setting
- Time management abilities
- Cleanliness and hygiene
- Handling Complaints
- Memory retention
- Supply Restocking
- POS System Operation
- Strong multitasking
- Menu Memorization
- Strong Work Ethic
- Hospitality service expertise
- Cash Handling
- Food Running
- Safe Food Handling
- Table Setting
- Table setting knowledge
- Quality Control
- Guest Seating
- Dining area maintenance
- Allergy awareness
- Food safety practices
- Food station setup
- Food sales and promotion
- Food inspection
- Team Player
- Warm and Friendly
- Feeding livestock
- Tractor Operation
- Heavy Machinery Operation
- Harvesting
- Pruning trees
- Shearing
- Physical Strength
- Livestock Herding
- Basic Mechanical Skills
- Farm Equipment and Machinery
- Livestock care
- Animal Nutrition
- Fence Repair
- Livestock Operations
Accomplishments
- Completion in CERTIFICATE III IN RURAL OPERATIONS
- Completion in Machinery Operations
- Hight academic efforts
- VET award of 2023 across VET alliance schools
sports
- Played back to back grand final winners U17's season 2022/24
- Coached back to back grand final winners U14's season 2022/24
- Coached B grade men (17-40 year old's)
- Umpired association level (Level 1C)
- Premiers of grand final D Grade 2023 netball
- Played in grand final of senior colts- men's football
- Played in grand final of women's A grade football & u17's
- Multiple premiers in junior levels
- Second placing in association across country championships basketball 2022/23 season
- 2020 Val Howard Junior Club Person recipient
- 2022/23 KIBA Junior Islander of the year
- KIBA ASSOCIATION MVP 2020/22 u14/17 G
- MVP 2020/22 u14/17 G for sports club
- KIBA ASSOCIATION R/U MVP 2022/23 u17 G
- R/U MVP 2022/23 u17 G
Timeline
Roustabout
Rhys Buick Shearing
2024.09 - Current
Farm Labourer
Gregor Farming
2024.08 - Current
Aquatic Officer
Kangaroo Island Community Education
2022.01 - Current
Waitress Supervisor
Parndana Hotel
2020.02 - Current
GED -
Kangaroo Island Community Education
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