Rachael Smith
Wallsend,NSW
Summary
Dedicated and flexible professional who desires to take on new challenges, pursuing employment where good customer service and a positive attitude will make a difference. Proven track record of driving advancements in client care through a unique blend of interpersonal and technical skills.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Support Worker
CIMSupport/Support Solutions
Hunter Valley, Australia
02.2022 - Current
- Facilitated clients' engagement in community activities and social events.
- Assisted clients in developing essential life skills and progress toward objectives.
- Supported clients with mobility needs
- Attended regular reviews of service user's care plans to ensure the best outcomes for each individual.
- Implemented behaviour management plans for clients with challenging behaviours.
- Developed positive relationships with service users, and maintained professional boundaries.
Casual Research Agronomist
BASF – Australia
Tamworth, Australia
07.2021 - 07.2022
- Collected assessment data on chemical efficacy and varietal trials.
- Maintained trial sites to ensure optimal conditions for research.
- Liaised with clients and farmers to facilitate effective communication and collaboration.
- Authored detailed reports to document research outcomes and recommendations.
Support Worker
Peel Valley Training and Employment (PVTE)
Tamworth, Australia
02.2021 - 02.2022
- Facilitated clients' engagement in community activities and social events.
- Assisted clients in developing essential life skills.
- Developed and implemented an organizational system to enhance the participant's home environment.
- Facilitated participant progress toward objectives.
- Coordinated efficient scheduling for participants.
Daily Operations Manager
“Stockdale” Farm
Warmur, Australia
04.2020 - 12.2020
- Oversaw staff operations.
- Oversaw routine scheduling tasks regularly.
- Gathered and documented information about stock growth, production activities and environmental readings to make accurate plans and operational decisions.
- Instructed newly hired staff on standard operating procedures and safety guidelines.
- Inspected equipment and facilities to recommend service or repairs.
- Coordinated procurement of essential supplies, including feed and related items.
Research Agronomist
Kalyx Australia
Young/Griffith, Australia
04.2017 - 12.2019
- Selected appropriate trial locations in alignment with client needs.
- Specialised in conducting Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) trials.
- Supervised and coached casual and junior staff.
- Collected assessment data on chemical efficacy and varietal trials in diverse crop types.
- Maintained trial sites to ensure optimal conditions for research.
- Liaised with clients and farmers to facilitate effective communication and collaboration.
- Oversaw sowing and harvest of trials.
- Authored detailed reports to document research outcomes.
Research Agronomist
Eurofins Agrisearch Services
York, Australia
07.2015 - 03.2017
- Selected appropriate trial locations in alignment with client needs.
- Specialised in conducting Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) trials.
- Supervised and trained casual and junior staff.
- Collected assessment data on chemical efficacy and varietal trials in diverse crop types.
- Maintained trial sites to ensure optimal conditions for research.
- Liaised with clients and farmers to facilitate effective communication and collaboration.
- Oversaw sowing and harvest of trials.
- Conducted comprehensive grain analysis.
- Performed data analysis using ARM and Genstat.
- Authored detailed reports to document research outcomes.
Education
Bachelor of Agricultural Science -
Charles Sturt University
Wagga Wagga, NSW01.2015
Year 8 – 12 -
Brisbane Waters Secondary College
Central Coast, NSW01.2009
Bachelor of Psychology - Part Time
University of Newcastle
Newcastle, NSWSkills
- Client relations
- Confidentiality and privacy
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Spreadsheet development
- Analytical thinking
References
Paul Gearing, PVTE, CEO, 0402 538 591
Elle Henderson, Stockdale Farm, 0439 546 634
Additional Information
Current reference is available at request.
Timeline
Support Worker
CIMSupport/Support Solutions
02.2022 - Current
Casual Research Agronomist
BASF – Australia
07.2021 - 07.2022
Support Worker
Peel Valley Training and Employment (PVTE)
02.2021 - 02.2022
Daily Operations Manager
“Stockdale” Farm
04.2020 - 12.2020
Research Agronomist
Kalyx Australia
04.2017 - 12.2019
Research Agronomist
Eurofins Agrisearch Services
07.2015 - 03.2017
Bachelor of Agricultural Science -
Charles Sturt University
Year 8 – 12 -
Brisbane Waters Secondary College
Bachelor of Psychology - Part Time
University of Newcastle
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