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Work History
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Mark Saunders

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Summary

Proven ability to establish and maintain excellent communication and relationships with clients. Excellent time management skills combined with superior knowledge of the growing crops and setting up irrigation systems and drip lines. Bringing forth a motivated attitude and a variety of powerful skills. Able to effectively self-manage during independent projects, as well as collaborate as part of a productive team.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Sawmill - Various Roles

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10.2023 - 04.2024
  • Load and unload timber supplies either by hand or using a forklift
  • Move and stack timber
  • Sort and label wood into sizes and types
  • Cut and trim timber to size
  • Transfer timber to and from the sawmill or workshop
  • Treat timber, for example with preservatives
  • Examine wood for faults such as knots, bad edges, stains and poor machine work
  • Rolling logs from trucks and conveyors to log decks, saw carriages and stacking bays
  • Placing logs and wood billets onto conveyors and lathes for processing into chips, veneers, and pulp
  • Sorting and stacking timber during milling
  • Placing timber for processing by machines and unloading cut timber from tail end of machines
  • Cut wood or lumber using different types of saws.
  • Assisting with setting up and operating plant and ancillary equipment used in the manufacture of sheets and boards
  • Transporting processed wood products, such as plywood, chipboard sheets and panels, to work areas
  • Clearing blockages in machines
  • Assisting with measuring and cutting materials
  • Packing and loading finished products for transportation
  • Cleaning work areas, tools and equipment
  • Operated machinery such as saws, planers, and forklifts to process lumber efficiently.
  • Monitored and adjusted production processes to ensure quality control standards were met.
  • Trained new employees on safety protocols and equipment operation procedures.
  • Assisted with inventory management, including tracking lumber quantities and organizing stock.
  • Operated sawmill machinery to cut logs into lumber products.
  • Maintained equipment to ensure efficient production and safety standards.
  • Performed quality control inspections to meet customer specifications.

Recycling Labourer

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01.2022 - 01.2023
  • Unloaded trucks and trailers
  • Cleaned and sterilised work areas
  • Sorted and processed recyclable materials efficiently and accurately in a recycling facility.
  • Operated machinery and equipment to aid in the recycling process.
  • Assisted in maintaining a clean and safe work environment.
  • Worked as part of a team to meet production goals and deadlines.

Owner/Operator

Northside Fruit & Veg
  • Over 20 years of experience in owning & operating a wholesale business.
  • Worked to ensure a positive and hassle-free customer experience.
  • Management of all growing and plant maintenance
  • Maximized sales opportunities by increasing customer retention rates.
  • Maintained neat and attractive sales environment and setup of visual displays.
  • Achieved budget revenue goals through proper promotion and pricing of items.
  • Handled credit invoices and paperwork to proceed with transactions.
  • Carefully packed and unpacked goods.
  • Ensured that all goods were delivered in a safe, timely, and effective manner.
  • Handled cash transactions.Contributed positively to the local community through involvement in various events or charitable organizations.
  • Developed and implemented successful marketing strategies, resulting in increased brand awareness and customer base.
  • Ensured compliance with relevant regulations, maintaining proper documentation and licensing requirements.
  • Managed daily operations for optimal efficiency, streamlining processes to reduce costs.

Various roles with Sawmills

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  • Load and unload timber supplies either by hand or using a forklift truck
  • Move and stack timber
  • Sort and label wood into sizes and types
  • Cut and trim timber to size
  • Transfer timber to and from the sawmill or workshop
  • Treat timber, for example with preservatives
  • Advise customers on the best timber to suit their needs
  • Process orders and make deliveries
  • Advise customers and processed orders

Building Apprenticeship

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Also have experience in Prefabrication in Building and Prefabricated Roof Trusses.

Skills

Fast Learner

Adaptability

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Effective Time Management

Ability to Work in a Team

Safety Protocols

Timber Processing

Sawmill Machinery Operations

Logging Operations

References

  • Ian McIndoe, Exporter/Importer, 043547677
  • Derek McMillen, Personal, 0423776727
  • David Payne, Ex Employee, 042239923

Timeline

Sawmill - Various Roles

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10.2023 - 04.2024

Recycling Labourer

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01.2022 - 01.2023

Owner/Operator

Northside Fruit & Veg

Various roles with Sawmills

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Building Apprenticeship

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Mark Saunders.