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Lucy Barley

Summary

Dynamic Technical Officer with a proven track record at UNE CART, excelling in long-term planning and organisational skills. Demonstrated expertise in animal behaviour and welfare, enhancing research accuracy and compliance. Skilled in mentoring with a commitment to biosecurity protocols, significantly improving facility safety and operational standards.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Technical Officer

UNE CART
08.2024 - Current


  • Overseeing/participating in research trials. Providing necessary assistance to researchers through preparation and maintenance of facilities, care of animals in research trials and providing technical support where required.
  • Maintaining and recording data consistently to ensure accuracy for experiments and teaching units.
  • Demonstrating an understanding of and abiding by policies and procedures.
  • Monitoring and recording animal behaviours and environmental conditions in facilities.
  • Providing training and assembly for undergraduate students in animal handling, care and sampling techniques.
  • Promoting compliance and adherence with WHS standards. Devising strategic Initiatives to ensure safe work practices are met and exceeded. Maintaining a safe and compliant workplace.



Research Assistant

UNE
06.2022 - 08.2024
  • Participated actively in regular meetings with fellow researchers to discuss project updates, challenges faced, and lessons learned during ongoing activities.
  • Organised research materials, maintaining a well-ordered and organised workspace conducive to productivity.
  • Maintained open lines of communication with project leads and team members for effective collaboration on common goals.
  • Performed hands on work with the animals and have expertise in multiple areas of the research industry.

Nursery Hand

Costa Tomato Farm
03.2022 - 09.2024
  • Enhanced nursery cleanliness by maintaining a well-organized working environment.
  • Boosted plant health with proper pruning and trimming methods.
  • Improved plant growth by implementing optimal watering and fertilization techniques.
  • Supported inventory management through accurate record keeping of plant stock.
  • Maintained healthy growing conditions with proper soil preparation and amendments.

Assistant Manager

Tiny Town Child Care Centre
12.2020 - 03.2022
  • Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in child care provision.
  • Established positive relationships with families based on trust, professionalism, and mutual respect for successful partnership in child care provision.
  • Assisted with child care responsibilities, fostering a nurturing and supportive environment for children in the household.

Education

Bachelor of Agriculture - Agriculture

UNE
Armidale, NSW
12-2026

Higher School Certificate -

O'Connor Catholic College
Armidale, NSW
12-2021

Skills

  • Long-Term Planning
  • Training and mentoring
  • Customer service
  • Decision-making
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Animal behaviour/ welfare
  • Laboratory techniques
  • Biosecurity protocols
  • Sample collection
  • Blood collection
  • Recordkeeping
  • Facility cleaning

Certification

  • Forklift Certification (In progress)
  • First Aid Certificate
  • Low stress stock handling
  • Workplace stress and fatigue

Timeline

Technical Officer

UNE CART
08.2024 - Current

Research Assistant

UNE
06.2022 - 08.2024

Nursery Hand

Costa Tomato Farm
03.2022 - 09.2024

Assistant Manager

Tiny Town Child Care Centre
12.2020 - 03.2022

Bachelor of Agriculture - Agriculture

UNE

Higher School Certificate -

O'Connor Catholic College

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