LUKE SWEET
Orange,NSW
Summary
Dedicated Animal Caretaker Supervisor with a focus on enhancing team performance through effective training and conflict resolution. Proven track record in managing daily operations, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and maintaining a positive work environment that fosters employee satisfaction.
Overview
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Certification
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Animal Caretaker Supervisor and Manager
Petcare Extraordinaire
guyong
09.2022 - Current
- Led team in daily operations and workflow management.
- Managed staff training programs to improve skill development.
- Resolved conflicts and addressed employee concerns effectively.
- Monitored staff performance and addressed issues.
- Established processes to ensure efficient workflow throughout the organization.
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations and company policies.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
- Implemented quality control measures to uphold company standards.
Lead Powder Coater
Pozzas Powder coating
Kelso, Australia
02.2018 - 09.2022
- Tracked powder levels and supply numbers to restock inventory and avoid material shortages.
- Cleaned and maintained tools and equipment using solvents, brushes, and rags.
- Use of electrostatic system for applying powder.
- Melted and heated coating materials to specified temperatures.
- Handled post-coating processes with skill, including removing excess material and racking assemblies for efficient drying.
- Operated powder coating equipment to ensure consistent application quality.
Animal Caretaker
Petcare Extraordinaire
Guyong, Australia
04.2012 - 02.2018
- Kept record of feeding, medical care, and receipt and discharge of animals.
- Maintained proper schedules for feeding, watering, grooming, bathing, and exercising animals each day.
- Disinfected cages, pens, and fish tanks to maintain clean, sanitary environment.
Level 3 Stable hand
Patinack
Clarendon, Australia
12.2008 - 04.2012
- Assisted with general equine care, including feeding, watering, and corral maintenance.
- Unloaded horses from trucks and monitored handling to verify safety and wellbeing of all animals.
- Prepared horses for on-site training and transported from corral areas to training facility.
- Kept animals safe, secure and well-fed at all times to promote the optimal learning environment.
Stud Manager
Jomar
Glossodia, Australia
10.2008 - 12.2008
- Shifted animals between grazing areas to obtain the maximum benefit for the land and offer consistent access to the food supply.
- Examined animals to detect illness, injury, and disease, and to check physical characteristics, such as rate of weight gain.
- Fed and watered livestock and monitored food and water supplies.
- Removed trees and deadwood with chain saws.
Stable Hand
Darley
Orchid Hills, Australia
01.2008 - 10.2008
- Shifted animals between grazing areas to obtain the maximum benefit for the land and offer consistent access to the food supply.
- Examined animals to detect illness, injury, and disease, and to check physical characteristics, such as rate of weight gain.
- Fed and watered livestock and monitored food and water supplies.
- Removed trees and deadwood with chain saws.
Skilled Tradesman
G.G's Wood finishing
South Penrith, Australia
01.1998 - 01.2008
- Followed instruction for assigned tasks from foreperson and lead teams in performing new phases of the work.
- Kept the workshop ordered and supplies on-hand.
- Followed written specifications to verify and regulate paint flow and viscosity.
- Maintained proper spray dispersion through nozzle and hose adjustments.
Education
Certificate II - Dog Training
The Delta Way
Brisbane, QLD08-2017
Certificate III - Spray Painting
TAFE NSW
Lidcombe, NSW12-2001
School Certificate - Completed Year 10
St Columba's
Springwood, NSW12-1997
Skills
- Multitasking
- Prioritizing
- Initiative
- Independence
- Trustworthy
- Reliable
- Animal handling
- Staff training programs
- Team leadership
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Kennel disinfection
- Enclosure maintenance
Certification
NSW National License To Perform High Risk Work (forklift trucks), 03/2018
Timeline
Animal Caretaker Supervisor and Manager
Petcare Extraordinaire
09.2022 - Current
Lead Powder Coater
Pozzas Powder coating
02.2018 - 09.2022
Animal Caretaker
Petcare Extraordinaire
04.2012 - 02.2018
Level 3 Stable hand
Patinack
12.2008 - 04.2012
Stud Manager
Jomar
10.2008 - 12.2008
Stable Hand
Darley
01.2008 - 10.2008
Skilled Tradesman
G.G's Wood finishing
01.1998 - 01.2008
Certificate II - Dog Training
The Delta Way
Certificate III - Spray Painting
TAFE NSW
School Certificate - Completed Year 10
St Columba's