Lucy Johnston
Brisbane,QLD
Summary
I am an independent, hard-working, and reliable young professional with extensive experience across various roles, which has honed my skill set and adaptability. I am a fast learner and excel in overcoming challenges. As I prepare for an exciting move to Brisbane, Australia, scheduled for October 2024, I am actively seeking my next career opportunity. I have full New Zealand citizenship granting me permanent living and working rights in Australia, and accommodation already arranged. Although I am still based in Northern Ireland, I am fully flexible for virtual interviews and eager to discuss how my background and skills align with your needs.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Coach & Yard Manager
Lodge Equine Stables
01.2018 - Current
- Managed horse care routines, ensuring proper nutrition, exercise, grooming, and overall well-being of the animals.
- Developed riders' confidence through consistent encouragement and constructive feedback during training sessions.
- Streamlined lesson planning and organisation, efficiently managing time for optimal coaching sessions.
- Increased student retention rate by establishing a positive learning environment and fostering strong connections with students, parents, and the equestrian community.
- Promoted a sense of teamwork among riders through collaborative activities both in and out of the saddle.
- Mucked out stables, swept yard and stacked feed and bedding to foster clean and comfortable environment for animals.
- Managed inventory of grooming supplies, ensuring adequate stock levels and timely replenishment when necessary.
- Scheduled farrier, vet and physio appointments regularly.
- Prepared horses for competitions.
- Managed feeding, rugging and general stable procedures, communicating issues or significant maintenance requirements when needed.
- Represented Ireland in Eventing up to 2* level.
- Competed in Dressage Ireland up to Medium level & trained at Advanced level.
- Produced a range of young and established performance horses.
- Conducted sales of horses throughout Europe, the UK and Ireland.
Model/ Promotional Team Member (Casual)
ACA Models
02.2022 - 05.2023
- Miss Northern Ireland runner up in 2022.
- Regularly attended promotional activities such as brand representation, ticket sales, launch events, sporting mascot and drinks promotions.
- Worked in bars and restaurants to promote new businesses.
- Participated in many public speaking events.
- Regularly taking part in various photoshoots, then representing these on social media to increase the brand presence.
Style Director
Toasted Wood
01.2019 - 02.2023
- Coordinated the development Toasted Wood's products for interior and exterior premium cladding, ensuring it was completed to the highest of standards.
- Processed customer orders, ensuring that they were completed within the required timeframe.
- Perform accurate stock counts on a scheduled basis to ensure inventory records match physical stock.
- Regularly onboarded new employees, educating them on health and safety processes, along with other relevant training.
- Worked closely alongside with the Managing Director dealing with National, International, existing and prospective clients.
- Co-led the organisation of visual merchandising for the purpose of TV advertisements.
Sales Assistant, Part Time
Pandora
09.2018 - 03.2021
- Handled customer inquiries, complaints, and returns professionally, ensuring a positive experience for all clients.
- Processed transactions accurately while maintaining a high level of customer service.
- Increased sales by building strong customer relationships and providing excellent service.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
Education
6 GCSE's (UK Exams) -
Craigavon Senior High School
Northern IrelandSkills
- Team Management
- Training and coaching
- Motivational Skills
- Strategic Planning
- Physically Fit
- Verbal and written communication
- Fundraising
- Cash Handling
- Stock management
- Processing payments
- Customer Service
- Relationship Building
Timeline
Model/ Promotional Team Member (Casual)
ACA Models
02.2022 - 05.2023
Style Director
Toasted Wood
01.2019 - 02.2023
Sales Assistant, Part Time
Pandora
09.2018 - 03.2021
Head Coach & Yard Manager
Lodge Equine Stables
01.2018 - Current
6 GCSE's (UK Exams) -
Craigavon Senior High School
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