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Margaret Gleeson

Summary

Recognized for strong communication and cultural awareness. Lived in a remote community teaching distance education. Experience in working competently with refugees from cultural and linguistically diverse backgrounds with respect and humility.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Governess

Private Family Client
02.2025 - 06.2025
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.

Community Worker

BRIC Housing
12.2024 - 02.2025

● assessing tenant’s needs, developing and implementing educational, training and support programs

● interviewing clients and assessing the nature and extent of difficulties

● monitoring and reporting on the progress of clients

● referring clients to agencies that can provide additional help

● assessing community need and resources for health, welfare, housing, employment, training and other facilities and services

● liaising with community groups, welfare agencies, government bodies

Telehandler Operator

Woodford Folk Festival
12.2024 - 12.2024
  • Operated various types of machinery, demonstrating versatility and adaptability in diverse work environments.
  • Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines and protocols.
  • Assisted in training new operators, sharing knowledge of best practices and promoting a culture of teamwork amongst peers.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure seamless coordination of tasks and efficient completion of projects.

Accounts Payable Assistant

Carinity Clean
11.2024 - 12.2024
  • Kept vendor files accurate and up-to-date to expedite payment processing.
  • Responded promptly to vendor inquiries, fostering positive relationships with external partners.
  • Enhanced financial accuracy with thorough verification of invoices against purchase orders and contracts.

Volunteer

Various
01.2013 - 12.2024
  • Woodford Folk Festival QLD -Irish singing and poetry 2024
  • Irish Association of Queensland 2023- 2024
  • Landscaping- irrigations, catering, front of house Farm to Fork Establishment
  • Shannon and Doug Weavers, 8, Freeman Creek, Salmon, Idaho, U.S.A 2023
  • Autistic Spectrum and Neuro Divergent School Units 2020
  • Irish singing for Irish Catholic Removals 2008-2013

Construction Operator and Mining Trade Assistant

Agency
02.2024 - 11.2024
  • Operatedarticulated haul trucks, rollers, and telescopic handlers.
  • Improved construction efficiency by operating heavy equipment, including excavators, bulldozers, and loaders.
  • Optimized fuel consumption for heavy machinery through careful route planning minimizing operational costs.
  • Upheld environmental standards by managing the proper disposal of construction waste according to regulatory guidelines.
  • Maintained worksite safety by enforcing strict adherence to OSHA guidelines and industry-standard best practices.

Customer Service Representative

Queensland Government Electoral Commissions
03.2024 - 03.2024
  • Managed high-stress situations effectively, maintaining professionalism under pressure.
  • Responded to customer requests for products, services, and company information.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly addressing concerns and providing accurate information.

Youth Worker

Department of Education
05.2021 - 06.2023

● Taught neuro typical students and those with physical and intellectual disabilities, assisting with therapeutic programs - Ukrainian refugee students from War

● Assessed and liaise community needs and resources for employment of parents, social housing and health

● Prepared submissions for funding to Government bodies

● Addressed recreational needs of students with Gaelic sporting teams

Youth Worker

Private Family Client
03.2020 - 04.2021
  • Holistic innovative ways of home schooling
  • Established trusting relationships with young people through empathetic listening and genuine interest in their lives.
  • Promoted a safe, inclusive environment by establishing clear expectations and reinforcing positive behaviors among participants.
  • Completed necessary reports and documentation to maintain thorough, accurate case records.
  • Provided individualized support for at-risk youth, resulting in increased self-esteem and positive behavior changes.

Guest Relations Supervisor

The Montenotte Hotel
03.2019 - 03.2020
  • Monitored guest feedback closely, identifying trends and opportunities for improvement within the department.
  • Updated standard operating procedures to reflect best practices, ensuring consistent service delivery across the team.
  • Provided award-winning concierge service, creating personalized itineraries and fostering client engagement.
  • Elevated overall guest experience through proactive problem-solving measures designed to prevent issues from arising in the future.

Customer Service and Sales Officer

Cork Airport
02.2015 - 04.2018
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction with timely follow-ups and personalized service.
  • Responded to customer needs by answering questions and providing detailed information about.
  • Boosted sales performance by identifying and targeting high-potential leads.
  • Cultivated strong relationships, establishing trust and loyalty among clients.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - EDUCATION/BUSINESS

VARIOUS
Ireland
06-2019

Accomplishments

● Solo travelled six continents between 2022-2024. Embraced culture and new languages

● Irish performance in U.S.A. Chicago, New York, Portland, Oregon, Idaho 2023

● Played Ladies Gaelic Football for home club Ireland and in Queensland (2007-2024)

● Awarded “Most Sparkling Personality of the Year” – Concierge at The Montenotte Hotel , Ireland (2019)

● Hiked three countries in Eastern Europe 8,000Km over eight days

● Recognized as Front Office Team Member of the Year – Small Luxury Brand Hotel (2019)

● Class Representative, Tourism Program, Munster Technological University (2014/15)

● Year 12 Representative In Speech and Drama Private Catholic School (2014)

● Selected to perform with singing group at the St. Patrick's Day event in Utah, USA (2012)

● Selected to sing in regional school competitions Private Catholic School (2011)

References

Available upon request.

Timeline

Governess

Private Family Client
02.2025 - 06.2025

Community Worker

BRIC Housing
12.2024 - 02.2025

Telehandler Operator

Woodford Folk Festival
12.2024 - 12.2024

Accounts Payable Assistant

Carinity Clean
11.2024 - 12.2024

Customer Service Representative

Queensland Government Electoral Commissions
03.2024 - 03.2024

Construction Operator and Mining Trade Assistant

Agency
02.2024 - 11.2024

Youth Worker

Department of Education
05.2021 - 06.2023

Youth Worker

Private Family Client
03.2020 - 04.2021

Guest Relations Supervisor

The Montenotte Hotel
03.2019 - 03.2020

Customer Service and Sales Officer

Cork Airport
02.2015 - 04.2018

Volunteer

Various
01.2013 - 12.2024

Bachelor of Arts - EDUCATION/BUSINESS

VARIOUS
Margaret Gleeson