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Louise Mcdonald

Sydney,NSW

Summary

  • I have worked most recently under one Charity Organization,this has been full time work for close to twenty years.
  • Job descriptions within that organization have been diverse,the most recent being the Operations Manager for four year.
  • The work has always had an emphasis of having responsibilities of Work,Health and Safety for the general public,staff and school incursions.
  • Other main duties I held over years included being responsible for community service workers and social and community volunteers.These have represented diverse age ranges,physical capabilities and required a great need for cultural awareness.
  • Prior to this I completed both a Bachelor and Masters Degree in Visual Fine Arts.Both from the same tertiary institution,College of Fine Arts University of NSW.
  • I have over these years had many solo art exhibitions,as well as worked in the field as a scenic painter and props builder for events companies, museums and theatre . I also lived in Europe doing the same for five years.
  • Preceding this I completed an Associate Diploma in Diagnostic Radiography,training at Sydney Technical College and working at St Vincents Hospital Darlinghurst . Later I worked for Royal Childrens hospital at Camperdown.
  • My D.O.B. is 27th September 1960.

Overview

44
44
years of professional experience

Work History

Operations Manager

Reverse Garbage Co-Operative
Marrickville Sydney, NSW
01.2019 - 10.2023
  • Directed operations staff by providing guidance, training, and support in order to meet company objectives.
  • Ensured compliance with safety regulations and maintained a safe work environment for all personnel.
  • Analyzed data from reports to identify trends.
  • Maintained accurate inventory records to track stock levels and minimize costs.
  • Coordinated with other sections of the organization including sales, marketing, and education to ensure efficient development and adaptability of operations.
  • Establish and maintain effective relationships with suppliers to secure diverse materials for donation.
  • Managed operational staff and supplier donation scheduling for a constantly changing inventory.

Retail Sales Assistant

Reverse Garbage Co-Operative
Marrickville Sydney, NSW
01.2004 - 12.2018
  • Assisted customers with product selection to meet their needs.
  • Maintained an organized and clean store environment.
  • Stocked shelves with merchandise according to company guidelines.
  • Operated the cash register, accepted payment, and issued receipts.
  • Greeted customers and provided excellent customer service.
  • Answered questions from customers about products and services.
  • Assisted in setting up displays for promotional items.

Scenic Painter

Sydney Theatre Company
Millers Point Sydney
03.2000 - 03.2003
  • Painted scenic backdrops using a variety of tools such as airbrushes and brushes.
  • Collaborated with members of the production team in order to ensure quality results were achieved.
  • Mixed paints according to specific formulas and color charts in order to achieve desired results.

Scenic Artist

Asia and Pacific Productions
Leichhardt
02.1996 - 01.2000
  • Painted large-scale sets for international museum installations,primarily within Asia.
  • Created and designed custom scenic sculptural pieces for these productions.

Scenic Artist

New York and Berlin Lighting and Production Company
Treptow Berlin, Germany
05.1992 - 07.1995
  • Manufactured a wide range of props,lighting and projection screens and bespoke lighting sculptures for open air productions.
  • Specializing in outdoor projections for regional municipality festivals.

Diagnostic Radiographer

Childrens Hospital Camperdown
01.1988 - 12.1990
  • Performed radiographic examinations and imaging procedures according to
  • hospital and Radiography protocols for children.
  • Monitored patient safety at all times during before and after the procedure.
  • Maintaining a high level of professionalism and care in the scope of the hospital environment including emergency,intensive care,high needs wards and as the solo Radiographer in after hours shifts.

Diagnostic Radiographer

St Vincents Hospital
Sydney
01.1980 - 12.1987
  • Performed radiographic examinations and imaging procedures.
  • Completing progressive training through all aspects and specialties of Diagnostic Radiography.For instance in areas of Casualty,Intensive Care and operating theatres.
  • Assisted radiologists with specialist radiology procedures such as Cardiac Angiography.
  • Completing appropriate affiliated studies in conjunction with this practical work at Sydney Technical College.

Education

Master of Arts - Time Based Art

College of Fine Arts (COFA) UNSW
2001

Bachelor of Arts - Visual Arts

City Art Institute
Sydney, NSW
1986

Associate of Applied Science - Diagnostic Radiography

Sydney TAFE
St Vincents Hospital NSW
1982

Skills

  • High-Pressure Environments
  • Workforce Management
  • Supply Chain Management
  • Warehouse Operations
  • Risk Management
  • Cultural Awareness
  • Client Relationships
  • Health and Safety Compliance
  • Performance Reporting

Character References

 1. Vicky Minton-Tanou       Email: mintonv@krb.nsw.edu.au      Mob: 0414 864 941

2. John Samaha                 Email: samahaha@yahoo.com.au    Mob: 0402 397 777

 

Work Reference

Kirsten Junor   CEO of Reverse Garbage Co-Operative

Kirsten is unfortunately on holidays until the 5th June 2024         

Phone: 02 9569 3132

Email: kirsten.junor@reversegarbage.org.au

Timeline

Operations Manager

Reverse Garbage Co-Operative
01.2019 - 10.2023

Retail Sales Assistant

Reverse Garbage Co-Operative
01.2004 - 12.2018

Scenic Painter

Sydney Theatre Company
03.2000 - 03.2003

Scenic Artist

Asia and Pacific Productions
02.1996 - 01.2000

Scenic Artist

New York and Berlin Lighting and Production Company
05.1992 - 07.1995

Diagnostic Radiographer

Childrens Hospital Camperdown
01.1988 - 12.1990

Diagnostic Radiographer

St Vincents Hospital
01.1980 - 12.1987

Master of Arts - Time Based Art

College of Fine Arts (COFA) UNSW

Bachelor of Arts - Visual Arts

City Art Institute

Associate of Applied Science - Diagnostic Radiography

Sydney TAFE
Louise Mcdonald