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Work History
Education
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Nicolas Valles

Saint Clair,NSW

Summary

Enthusiastic Industrial Design student proficient in design thinking and strategies capable of developing prototypes for final product development. Display great understanding of user experience and human centred design whilst showcasing leadership and communication skills to develop healthy relationships between team members and clients. A organised and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude with willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Refresh Team

Kmart
09.2020 - 12.2021

At Kmart I undertook a range of roles so that the store could run smoothly in a well fashioned way. My roles included:

  • Creating and ensuring a safe environment for customers to browse and shop in
  • Keeping merchandise in a neat and organised matter
  • Helping and assisting customers in the store and on the phone
  • Working in all departments on the floor being clothing, children and home
  • Checking stock levels
  • Returning products to their correct area
  • Rearranging products
  • Worked in the fitting rooms helping customers with clothes
  • Greeting customers walking in and out
  • Checked bags and receipts
  • Filled stock onto shelves

Container Unloader

3rd Party Containers
10.2021 - 02.2022

At 3PC I worked in many sites across Sydney hand unloading shipping containers. My roles included:

  • Unloaded packages of various weights and sizes with care and placed in proper staging area
  • Stacked packages in an organised and configured way onto pallets
  • Wrapped pallets tightly to ensure safety
  • Handled packages with care while transporting them across stores and warehouses
  • Assembled products in an efficient manner
  • Assisted other team members in navigating large loads
  • Maintained an organised work area by storing equipment safely and properly
  • Visually inspected all pallets for deliveries to verify quality and accuracy of shipments

Landscaping Laborer

Quality Turfcare
01.2022 - 07.2022

Whilst working for Quality Turfcare I worked at cemeteries ensuring a respected environment for families and friends visiting their loved ones. My roles included:

  • Used line trimmer to clean up plaques
  • Cut fields of grass using both line trimmer and lawn mower
  • Cleaned and removed excess grass from plaques using the leaf blower
  • Raked grass and leaves
  • Removed dead flowers from the vicinity
  • Inspected machinery to spot damage and note needed maintenance repairs
  • Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding and general clean-up

Freight Handler

Zoom Recruitment
07.2022 - Current

During my time at Zoom Recruitment I have been on site at StarTrack Sydney ensuring packages get handled safely with care ready for shipping. My roles include:

  • Trained and experienced worker in areas Fleet, Top Dock, Snake Pit and Line Haul
  • Loading and unloading trucks
  • Inspecting freight for any damage or faults
  • Collaborated closely with team members to complete tasks quickly and efficiently
  • Sorted and organized packages to make deliveries to correct address
  • Blocked and braced freight to prevent shifting and product damage during transport
  • Improved loading times for outbound trucks by employing optimal stacking techniques and maximizing available space
  • Helped train new employees in safe practices and warehouse procedures
  • Used handheld scanners to efficiently track and manoeuvre freight throughout distribution network

Education

Holy Spirit Primary School
7-17 Todd Row, St Clair NSW 2759

Emmaus Catholic College
87-109 Bakers Ln, Kemps Creek NSW 2178

St. Mary's Senior High School
6-48 Kalang Ave, St Marys NSW 2760

Bachelor of Industrial Design (Honours) -

Western Sydney University
6 Hassall St, Parramatta NSW 2150
10.2026

Skills

  • Computer Aided Design
  • Prototyping
  • User Experience Design
  • Human Centred Design
  • Product Development
  • 3D Printing
  • Laser Cutting
  • Waterjet Cutting

Accomplishments

  • First Aid Certificate
  • 2x Christian Values Award - Holy Spirit Primary School
  • 4x Bronze Awards - Emmaus Catholic College
  • 2017, Credit for the Australian Geography Competition - Emmaus Catholic College
  • 2017, 2018 Reader/Writer - Emmaus Catholic College
  • 2019, Peer Support Leader - Emmaus Catholic College
  • 4x Sporting White Awards Soccer - Emmaus Catholic College

Hobbies

My hobbies include any sorts of physical activity such as going to the gym and playing sports, soccer being my favorite. This helps me keep a healthy state of mind and body whilst enjoying myself.

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Full Professional

Timeline

Freight Handler

Zoom Recruitment
07.2022 - Current

Landscaping Laborer

Quality Turfcare
01.2022 - 07.2022

Container Unloader

3rd Party Containers
10.2021 - 02.2022

Refresh Team

Kmart
09.2020 - 12.2021

Holy Spirit Primary School

Emmaus Catholic College

St. Mary's Senior High School

Bachelor of Industrial Design (Honours) -

Western Sydney University
Nicolas Valles