raymond rivers
Yarrabilba
Summary
Hi I'm Raymond , I'm 47 I'm from New Zealand I live in YARRABILBA i have been in Australia for 1 and a half years. I have a wife and two kids who have there own family now. I'm a man that can turn his hands and head to anything and will give it 100% I'm not afraid to try new things and im a very hard worker. I'm reliable and a fast learner.
Thank you
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cleaner Helper , part time
Hook in cleaning
YARRABILBA
02.2025 - Current
- Cleaned and sanitized various facilities, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards to maintain a safe environment.
- Assisted in restocking cleaning supplies and equipment, contributing to efficient daily operations and minimizing downtime.
- Followed established cleaning protocols, consistently maintaining high cleanliness standards that enhanced overall facility appearance.
- Reported maintenance issues promptly, facilitating timely repairs and ensuring optimal working conditions for all staff.
- Cleaned bathrooms, emptied trash bins, restocked supplies.
- Scrubbed sinks, toilets, countertops, mirrors, walls and other surfaces.
- Dusted surfaces in offices and classrooms to maintain a clean environment.
- Cleaned spills immediately using proper safety procedures.
- Swept and mopped floors, vacuumed carpets, and washed windows.
- Eliminated odors from restrooms by utilizing air fresheners or deodorizers.
- Reported any issues or damages to supervisor in a timely manner.
- Ensured safety protocols were followed at all times while performing duties.
- Dusted furniture, fixtures, baseboards and window sills.
- Cleaned windows, glass partitions and mirrors with cleaners and sponges.
- Collected trash from floors within hallways, bathrooms and work areas.
- Removed trash bags, broke down boxes and placed recyclable materials in designated disposal areas.
- Vacuumed carpeted areas and mopped solid surfaces with proper chemical solutions.
- Scrubbed bathrooms, removing soap scum, mold and excess dirt from sinks and shower area.
- Cleaned building floors by sweeping, mopping or vacuuming.
Steel technician
Bluescope steel
Acacia ridge
10.2024 - Current
- Operated and maintained machinery to ensure efficient production processes, contributing to consistent output quality.
- Conducted routine inspections of steel products to identify defects, ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards.
- Assisted in the setup and calibration of equipment, enhancing operational efficiency and minimizing downtime.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and organized workspace, promoting a safe work environment.
- Implemented safety protocols during daily operations, fostering a culture of safety and compliance among coworkers.
Builder
Dallas, building
New Zealand
04.2024 - 09.2024
- Constructed residential structures by interpreting blueprints and ensuring adherence to safety regulations, enhancing project efficiency.
- Collaborated with subcontractors to schedule tasks and resolve issues, improving workflow and meeting project deadlines.
- Operated heavy machinery and tools, maintaining equipment to ensure safety and optimal performance on job sites.
- Assisted in the installation of framing, roofing, and siding to achieve high-quality finishes in residential construction projects.
- Used hand tools and power tools to complete builds.
- Followed build procedures and work instructions to construct varied-size structures.
- Performed rough carpentry tasks such as cutting rafters or studs for framing houses and buildings.
- Used personal knowledge and abilities to help complete building tasks.
- Assembled scaffolding to provide safe access to elevated work areas.
Dairy Farm Manager
Armer farms
New Zealand
11.2021 - 04.2024
- Managed daily operations of the dairy farm, ensuring high standards of animal welfare and milk production quality.
- Implemented effective feeding schedules and health monitoring practices, resulting in improved herd health and productivity.
- Developed training programs for staff, enhancing team efficiency and promoting best practices in dairy management.
- Conducted regular assessments of farm equipment, ensuring operational efficiency and reducing downtime.
- Oversaw inventory management of feed and supplies, optimizing resource allocation and minimizing waste.
- Collaborated with veterinary professionals to monitor herd health, ensuring compliance with industry regulations and standards.
- Analyzed production data to identify trends and areas for improvement, driving strategic decisions for farm operations.
- Fostered a culture of safety through training and adherence to protocols, reducing workplace incidents and promoting team well-being.
- Inspected pastures regularly for signs of overgrazing or damage from pests.
- Supervised staff in the proper use of machinery and equipment to ensure safety.
- Investigated reports of livestock illness or injury promptly to minimize losses.
- Maintained detailed records on milk production, feed consumption, animal health and other data points.
- Scheduled periodic inspections by veterinarians for disease control purposes.
- Carried out repairs or maintenance tasks as needed on farm buildings or equipment.
- Organized delivery of feed supplies in a timely manner to ensure adequate stock levels.
- Oversaw breeding programs to increase milk production rates or improve genetics of herd.
- Developed and implemented strategies for efficient pasture rotation.
- Regularly tested soil samples for nutrient content to optimize crop yields.
- Managed daily farm operations, including milking, feeding and care of cows.
- Coordinated harvesting activities according to established schedules.
- Provided training sessions for employees on best practices related to animal husbandry.
- Worked with owner to determine ranch needs.
- Planned harvest and planting schedules.
- Monitored weather conditions and adjusted strategies accordingly to avoid losses.
- Collected and recorded growth, production and environmental data.
- Positioned and monitored plant irrigation systems.
2IC dairy farm manager
Mamaku heights
New Zealand
06.2015 - 11.2021
- Oversaw daily operations of the dairy farm, ensuring optimal herd health and productivity through effective management practices.
- Developed and implemented efficient feeding programs, resulting in improved milk yield and overall herd performance.
- Trained and mentored staff on best practices in animal care and farm operations, enhancing team performance and compliance.
- Collaborated with veterinary services to maintain herd health, leading to a reduction in disease incidence and treatment costs.
- Maintained detailed records on milk production, feed consumption, animal health and other data points.
- Developed and implemented strategies for efficient pasture rotation.
- Managed daily farm operations, including milking, feeding and care of cows.
- Regularly tested soil samples for nutrient content to optimize crop yields.
- Organized delivery of feed supplies in a timely manner to ensure adequate stock levels.
- Supervised staff in the proper use of machinery and equipment to ensure safety.
- Oversaw breeding programs to increase milk production rates or improve genetics of herd.
- Inspected pastures regularly for signs of overgrazing or damage from pests.
- Investigated reports of livestock illness or injury promptly to minimize losses.
- Provided training sessions for employees on best practices related to animal husbandry.
- Carried out repairs or maintenance tasks as needed on farm buildings or equipment.
- Pulled out of date products from shelves and cases, disposing of items in proper bins.
- Digger driver
Sawmill Worker
Mamaku sawmill
Mamaku
02.2005 - 12.2019
- Operated machinery to cut, trim, and prepare lumber, ensuring high-quality output and minimal waste.
- Conducted regular equipment maintenance checks, preventing downtime and maintaining optimal operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflows, enhancing production speed and reducing bottlenecks.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in the work area, promoting safety and efficiency in operations.
- Ensured compliance with safety standards during daily operations, contributing to a safe workplace for all employees.
- Operate saws to cut logs into lumber of specified size and quality.
- Stack finished product onto pallets for shipment or storage.
- Clean work area of debris created during production cycle.
- Ensure safety procedures are followed while operating machinery.
- Remove excess material from boards after they have been milled.
- Load and unload logs onto conveyor belts or trucks.
- Inspect lumber for defects and grade according to standards.
- Measure boards for length and width using a tape measure or calipers.
- Set up machinery by adjusting tension on blade guides, drive belts, pulleys.
- Separate boards from slabs with chain-sawing machines.
- Sharpen blades on saws using grinding wheels or other tools.
- Remove bark from logs before feeding them into the sawmill system.
- Lubricate moving parts of milling machines and other related equipment.
- Load kilns with lumber according to specifications set by customers.
- Mix chemicals used to treat lumber prior to drying processes.
- Kept work areas clean, neat and free of safety hazards to maximize efficiency.
- Mentored newly hired employees on machine operations and implemented training on safety procedures to prevent injuries.
- Identified equipment issues using troubleshooting techniques to keep machinery fully operational during shifts.
- Used appropriate tools to carefully clear machine jams.
- Adjusted speeds on cutting machines to clear jams and keep equipment functional.
- Used hand tools to adjust bolts, clamps, stops and guides.
- Forklift drivers
- Loader driver
Education
Western Hights High School
Rotorua , NzSkills
- Facility sanitation
- Cleaning procedures
- Equipment maintenance
- Safety protocols
- Machinery operation
- Heavy machinery operation
- Animal husbandry
- Herd management
- Feed management
- Crop monitoring
- Equipment inspection
- Pasture rotation
- Record keeping
- Safe cleaning with chemicals
- Housekeeping
- Health and safety regulations
- Time management
- Glass and window washing
- Restroom sanitation
- Carpet cleaning
- Laundry
- Problem-solving
- Sweeping and mopping
- Chemical handling
- Waste disposal methods
- Attention to detail
- Sanitation practices
- Snow removal
- Forklift driver
- Loader driver
- Excavator driver
- Hand tools
- Power tools
Certification
CB / LF
CLASS C
Languages
English
First Language
Timeline
Cleaner Helper , part time
Hook in cleaning
02.2025 - Current
Steel technician
Bluescope steel
10.2024 - Current
Builder
Dallas, building
04.2024 - 09.2024
Dairy Farm Manager
Armer farms
11.2021 - 04.2024
2IC dairy farm manager
Mamaku heights
06.2015 - 11.2021
Sawmill Worker
Mamaku sawmill
02.2005 - 12.2019
Western Hights High School