MATHEW GARDINER

• Facilitated housing applications and assessments for Aboriginal community members.
• Coordinated support services to enhance tenant wellbeing and stability.
• Developed and maintained partnerships with local agencies for resource sharing.
• Implemented policies to ensure compliance with Victorian housing regulations and standards.
• Analyzed community needs to inform strategic housing initiatives and programs.
• Led outreach efforts to promote sustainable housing solutions within the Aboriginal community.
• Reviewed documentation and input data into computer system to complete eligibility process, re-certifications and tenant move-outs.
• Coordinated tenancy management with local agency

• Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective Cultural solutions for challenging situations.
• Developed strong organisational and communication skills through networking and consultation activities.
• Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
• Developed and distributed Cultural materials and tools for case workers and clients to utilise
• Supported case workers in initial home visits conducted cultural safety plans, risk management and guidance.
• Established relationships with Departments and clients
• Developed cultural Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community controlled organisations contact list
• established connection with children to their ancestral mob and cultural
• Developed cultural material and tools for disengaged children and clients
• Attended high level governance and operational meetings to ensure cultural aspects and safety within partnership's operations and policies and procedures.
• Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
• Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
• Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
• Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
• Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
• Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.

• Supported marketing to attract new consumers and promote business.
• Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits.
• Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
• Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity.
• Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
• Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.
• Onboarded new employees with training and new hire documentation.
• Maintained professional demeanour by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
• Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
• Monitored and analyzed business performance to identify areas of improvement and make necessary adjustments.
• Planned, created, tested and deployed system life cycle methodology to produce high quality systems to meet and exceed community & clients expectations.
• Improved staffing during busy periods by creating employee schedules and monitoring call-outs.
• Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
• Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
• Launched quality assurance practices for each phase of development
• Developed and implemented business strategies to achieve business goals and stay competitive.
• Set aggressive targets for employees to drive company success and strengthen motivation.
• Assisted in organising and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
• Maintained positive community and client relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
• Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
• Leveraged data and analytics to make informed decisions and drive business improvements.
• Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
• Communicated clearly with employees, community, clients and stakeholders to keep everyone on same page and working toward established business goals.
• Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
• Controlled resources and assets for department activities to comply with industry standards and government regulations.
• Improved safety procedures to create safe working conditions for workers.
• Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
• Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention.
• Streamlined and monitored quality programs to alleviate overdue compliance activities.
• Planned and budgeted accurately to provide business with resources needed to operate smoothly.
• Developed detailed plans based on broad guidance and direction.
• Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
• Successfully uploaded back logged data into reporting systems and programs
• Maintained regular reporting schedules
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• Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits.
• Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
• Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through the development of innovative solutions.
• Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
• Maintained professional demeanour by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
• Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
• Maintained performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.
• Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
• Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
• Identified and communicated Community and client needs to supply full capacity of quality services.
• Used industry expertise, community service skills and analytical nature to resolve community concerns and promote loyalty.
• Communicated clearly with employees, clients / community and stakeholders to keep everyone on same page and working toward established business goals.
• Maintained and improved safety procedures to create safe working conditions for workers.
• Facilitated handovers and meetings
• Maintained relationships with key local government areas, stakeholders and community
• Supported programs in external meetings
• Managed staff, community and client grievances, complaints and feedbacks

• Project manage grade.6 students school retention, establish swift transition into higher education (year 7)
• Recruited and oversaw personnel to achieve performance and quality targets.
• Provided cultural material and tools for cultural connections
• Reported monthly submissions to the Minister of Carbonate(Commonwealth) and Board
• Allocated project resources to drive productivity and maximize efficiency.
• Developed and implemented project plans and budgets to ensure successful execution.
• Tracked project and team member performance closely to quickly intervene in mistakes or delays.
• Developed and monitored project schedules, budgets and objectives for successful completion.
• Coordinated numerous small- and large-scale projects to meet participants requirements.
• Analyzed project performance data, budgets and risk management to identify areas of improvement.

• Met with Teacher Coordinators and Senior facilty to address and resolve students' behavioural and academic issues.
• Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
• Created lessons and activates.
• Supported Koori Group activates and Cultural learnings
• Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
• Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
• Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualised plans to optimise student education.
• Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
• Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
• Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.

Melbourne Fashion Week 4th

• October 2013
• GIF Showcase fashion show 18th
• August 2013
• Koorie Aspirations day 9th
• May 2014
• Virgin Fashion Festival 22nd
• Maintained full stock of inventory and properly sanitized makeup tools to avoid spread of infection.
• Maintained high number of return model through precise Make Up and Hair styling needs.

• Virgin Fashion Week
• Melbourne Spring Fashion Week
• ST-AR Runway
• Melbourne Millinery Fashion show
• Earth Candy Fashion Show
• Followed market trends and research to establish innovative product offerings for models.
• Sketched artistic and fresh designs for consideration.
• Collaborated with stylists, photographers and key Designers to create creative fashion campaigns.
• Maintained high number of return models through precise Make Up and styling needs.
• Developed loyal following of models by providing high-quality services.
• Maintained full stock of inventory and properly sanitized makeup tools to avoid spread of infection.
• Prepared skin for makeup application by cleaning, moisturizing and priming.
• Trained new Sole Traders in traditional and innovative hairstyling techniques and MakeUp management.

• Generated reports detailing findings and recommendations.
• Managed administrative logistics of events planning, event booking, and event promotions.
• Utilized internal databases to prepare and distribute guest lists, electronic invitations and registration processes.
• Liaised with marketing and PR colleagues to promote special events in social calendars.
• Attended conferences and events to stay up-to-date with operational and planning standards.
• Managed event logistics and operations. for Elders needs and negotiated requests.
• Maintained and Managed Elders Rosters and Events Calenders
• Coordinated Youth support programs and camps
• Supported and coordinated Wurundjeri tours in sherbrook
• Prepared and supported organised meetings
• Supported and followed up tasks from CEO
• Supported and assisted other programs

• Used food inventory and supplies resourcefully to prevent waste and avoid unnecessary ordering from vendors.
• Learned over 5 different procedures of food preparation.
• Assisted other chefs with ingredients preparation in support of recipes designed by head chef.
• Measured high demand spices and commonly used ingredients to prevent overages and waste.
• Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
• Performed other tasks as assigned by sous chef or chef
• Set up food stations by following chef's orders.
• Observed different kitchen chefs' preparation of sauces, breads, and other items to gain knowledge in diverse cooking and baking techniques.
• Worked with chef de partie to learn storage locations of fresh ingredients for daily use by station staff.
• Operated commercial cooking and baking equipment in support of head chef.
• Rotated through all prep stations to learn different techniques.
• Prepared cooking ingredients for chef.
• Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
• Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
• Cleaned, maintained and sanitised kitchen and work stations (ceiling to floor) nightly after service
• Seasoned and marinated cuts of meat, poultry and fish.
• Attended BoxHill Institute Tafe courses two\three days per-week.

• Prepared and packaged meat products by cutting and grinding meat to customer specifications.
• Maintained meat slicer, wrapping machine and other equipment to prevent breakdowns and delays.
• Monitored customers for signs of security concerns and escalated issues to management.
• Volunteered for extra shifts during holidays and other busy periods to alleviate staffing shortages.
• Rotated products to sell before expiration dates, prevent waste and keep food safety in check.
• Maintained excellent levels of food safety by frequently checking product dates and temperatures.
• Wrapped, boxed and weighed meat products
• Supported and assisted shop owner with deliveries and delivery preparations. load and unload delivery van
• Supported and assisted in marketing and promotions with store front BBQ's

• Prepared Eel food for the Eel feeding show and assisted their safety during the Feeding show by crowd control, keeping patrons not to get too close to the water or shore, requesting patrons to remove thyself off rock ledges or in the native flora gardens
• Raked sand and cleaned Milarri garden area
• Dusted key First peoples exhibits
• Assisted in presenting the touch trolley and tours
• Lead tour guide of my yr6 class
• Answered calls and queries regarding Bunjilaka and First Nations
• Assisted other staff members in their exhibitions