Maggie Purvis
Pascoe Vale,VIC
Summary
Self-driven professional with a background in Sound and Lighting, eager to transition into a mature-aged electrical apprenticeship. Currently excelling as a Facilities Technician, showcasing a robust proficiency in trade skills and tools. Known for diligence, rapid learning, and a strong commitment to quality work.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Facilities Technician
Urbn Surf Melbourne
12.2023 - Current
- Provide preventative and break-down maintenance support for all equipment, machinery, buildings and systems at Urbn Surf Melbourne
- Test and monitor water quality as well as safely handle chemicals for water treatment.
- Operate varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Troubleshoot and rectify equipment breakdowns efficiently.
Lagoon Team Leader
Urbn Surf Melbourne
01.2024 - Current
- Promote high standards through personal example to help each member understand expected behaviours and standards.
- Improve customer satisfaction by promptly addressing and resolving guest concerns and complaints.
- Mentor and support junior staff members to apply best practices and follow procedures.
Pool Lifeguard
Urbn Surf Melbourne
09.2023 - Current
- Attentively monitor surfers to identify distress.
- Collaborate with fellow lifeguards to maintain effective communication and seamless shift transitions.
- Participate in ongoing training sessions, staying up-to-date on best practices in lifeguarding and aquatic safety.
Private Literacy and Numeracy Tutor
Self-employed
01.2023 - 07.2023
- Provide one-on-one instruction to primary age students struggling with literacy and/or numeracy skills.
- Motivate students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
- Identify learning needs and implement fun and engaging learning activities to help students advance.
Learning Support Assistant
St Peters Anglican College (Senior School)
10.2022 - 08.2023
- Deliver personalised educational, behavioural and emotional support to individual students with additional learning needs.
- Collaborate with Teachers to monitor progress of students and adjust instructional strategies to meet specific needs more efficiently.
- Complete clerical and IT duties such as resource creation and data collection to assist teachers and Head of Learning Support.
Beach Lifeguard
Lifeguard Services Australia
12.2022 - 02.2023
- Attentively supervised up to 300 swimmers in peak times, quickly detecting signs of distress.
- Observed weather and water conditions and alerted visitors to potential dangers, storms and rips.
- Responded to emergencies in the community, assisting other emergency services.
Academic Supervisor
Snowy Mountains Grammar School
07.2022 - 10.2022
- Provide academic support and mentorship for students participating in the school’s Elite Snowsports Academy Program.
- Work with a group of up to 20 students grade 5-12 to complete their schoolwork in academic support sessions four evenings per week.
- Coordinate academic work from day school teaching staff and facilitate communication between students and teaching staff.
Student Learning Support Officer
Towradgi Public School
02.2021 - 07.2022
- Deliver personalised educational, behavioural and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Tutor struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.
- Deliver the reading intervention program, 'MultiLit', to students individually and in small groups.
Student Learning Support Officer
Budawang School for Specific Purposes
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Supported students with intellectual, physical and sensory disabilities, ASD and associated impairments.
- Worked collaboratively with classroom teacher to best support students to achieve their individual learning goals.
- Operated and maintained assistive technology devices including switch devices, eye gaze devices, iPads and smart board.
- Utilised a variety of augmentative and alternate communications such as PECS, Key word sign and Proloquo2Go
Senior Pool Lifeguard
Shellharbour City Council
06.2019 - 02.2020
- Maintain a thorough understanding of the operations, programs and services of each facility.
- Created and maintained detailed reports of daily, weekly and monthly operations.
- Opened and closed pool at designated hours of operation and made decisions for closing pool due to inappropriate chemical levels, inclement weather, and low water temperature.
- Completed daily pool maintenance duties by checking chlorine levels, pH levels and other water chemistry.
Learn to Swim Instructor
Shellharbour City Council
01.2018 - 10.2019
- Planned and delivered swimming lessons suitable to student abilities.
- Continually assessed students progress, adjusting lesson plans to suit.
- Cultivated positive relationships with students, parents and families.
Beach Lifeguard
Australian Lifeguard Service
11.2014 - 02.2018
- Attentively supervised 300 swimmers in peak times, quickly detecting signs of distress.
- Observed weather and water conditions and alerted visitors to potential dangers, storms and rip currents.
- Maintained rescue equipment by conducting inspections and completing basic repairs.
Theatre Technician
Merrigong Theatre Company
09.2017 - 12.2019
- Rigged and wired audio and lighting systems, often working at heights and in confined spaces, with careful interpretation of stage plots and design plans.
- Proficiently operated and programmed cues for sound, lighting, and vision systems to ensure seamless event execution.
- Assisted in the construction and assembly of intricate set designs.
- Efficiently loaded and unloaded trucks with heavy and bulky production equipment and set pieces.
Audio-Visual Technician
CMG Audio Visual
07.2017 - 01.2018
- Supported audiovisual setup across diverse venues, prioritising effective cable management from bump-in to bump-out.
- Performed physically demanding tasks, including loading and unloading trucks, often working long hours to ensure timely setup and dismantle of equipment for events.
- Assembled portable staging and truss systems, ensuring structural integrity and safety compliance for diverse event environments.
Live Sound Engineer
The Wickham Park Hotel
03.2017 - 07.2017
- Set up audio equipment and conducted thorough sound checks to fine-tune equipment and settings before performances.
- Operated sound desks proficiently, managing levels and sound quality during events and performances.
- Performed troubleshooting and fault-finding to quickly resolve issues.
Education
Diploma - Music Industry (Sound Production)
TAFE NSW
Newcastle, NSW06.2017
Certificate 3 - Live Production, Theatre And Events
TAFE NSW
Newcastle, NSW12.2016
Higher School Certificate -
Ulladulla High School
Ulladulla, NSW12.2014
Certifications
- Aquatics Technical Operations
- Current First Aid and CPR
- Light Rigid License
Additional Information
- Casey Reihana, Facilities Supervisor, Urbn Surf Melbourne, 0421520521
- Laura Wales, Head of Learning Support, St Peters Anglican College, 0422934842
- Elly Upsall, Technical Lead, Merrigong Theatre Co, 0405169042
Timeline
Lagoon Team Leader
Urbn Surf Melbourne
01.2024 - Current
Facilities Technician
Urbn Surf Melbourne
12.2023 - Current
Pool Lifeguard
Urbn Surf Melbourne
09.2023 - Current
Private Literacy and Numeracy Tutor
Self-employed
01.2023 - 07.2023
Beach Lifeguard
Lifeguard Services Australia
12.2022 - 02.2023
Learning Support Assistant
St Peters Anglican College (Senior School)
10.2022 - 08.2023
Academic Supervisor
Snowy Mountains Grammar School
07.2022 - 10.2022
Student Learning Support Officer
Towradgi Public School
02.2021 - 07.2022
Student Learning Support Officer
Budawang School for Specific Purposes
01.2020 - 01.2021
Senior Pool Lifeguard
Shellharbour City Council
06.2019 - 02.2020
Learn to Swim Instructor
Shellharbour City Council
01.2018 - 10.2019
Theatre Technician
Merrigong Theatre Company
09.2017 - 12.2019
Audio-Visual Technician
CMG Audio Visual
07.2017 - 01.2018
Live Sound Engineer
The Wickham Park Hotel
03.2017 - 07.2017
Beach Lifeguard
Australian Lifeguard Service
11.2014 - 02.2018
Diploma - Music Industry (Sound Production)
TAFE NSW
Certificate 3 - Live Production, Theatre And Events
TAFE NSW
Higher School Certificate -
Ulladulla High School
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