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Rhett Groen

Strathalbyn,Australia

Summary

Reliable and collaborative, with strong track record in facility upkeep and equipment management. Skilled in preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair across various systems. Known for effective team collaboration and adaptability to changing priorities. Reliable and results-driven, ensuring operational efficiency and safety. Dedicated to performing at a high standard, maintaining discipline and excellent communication skills.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Grounds and Maintenance

Baptist Care SA
05.2023 - Current
  • Responding quickly and effectively to repairs, while minimizing client experiences
  • Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements by maintaining accurate records and documentation related to maintenance activities.
  • Coordinated with external vendors for specialized services or parts procurement, negotiating favourable contract terms when applicable.
  • Spearheaded projects aimed at improving worksite aesthetics, usability and longevity.

House Parent

Baptist Care SA
07.2024 - Current
  • Spending nights caring for clients at Tumbelin Farm,a drug and alcohol rehab. Encouraging and facilitating their recovery with an emphasis on adventure therapy and farm work.
  • Implemented conflict resolution strategies to maintain a harmonious living environment for all residents.

Horse Riding Instructor

Baptist Care SA
05.2021 - 05.2023
  • Taught safe beginner lessons with up to eight riders, ran well managed un-mounted sessions and participated as a trail instructor
  • Improved student confidence and riding skills through personalized instruction and feedback.
  • Cleaned and maintained facility with up to 25 horses and adhered to veterinary visit schedule, feeding routines, and cleaning practices.
  • Developed tailored lesson plans for individual riders, addressing their specific needs and goals.

Casual Employee

Wirraway Homestead Ltd
02.2017 - 04.2021

· Outdoor Recreation Instructor (4 years): Ran and facilitated young clients in activities such as, but not limited to, rock climbing, archery and bushwalking.

· Kitchen/ Cook (3 years): Efficiently cooked meals for up to 110 campers, plus teachers. This includes sometimes breakfast, but more often lunch, dinner, supper and cleaning duties of the kitchen.

· Office: Handled application forms and booked in clients. This includes writing Confidential Forms with allergies and other important and confidential information.

· Night Activities: Serving dinner, cleaning dishes, running games and nighttime activities, and having a Christian based talk prepared to deliver to children.

Laborer

Mustangs and Australian Classics Restoration
04.2016 - 07.2017
  • Sheet metal fabrication and welding of body components, cutting and grinding automotive bodies for panel repairs
  • Use of body filler and fibre glass to shape automotive bodies, and detailed paint repairs
  • Removing and paint stripping mechanical components, using power tools to remove paint and grease
  • Painting mechanical components and re fitting into vehicles, and re fitting body panels after specialists had painted them
  • Delivering parts to buyers, or specialists for repairs, and towing vehicles to specialists

Casual Employee

Anaconda
04.2014 - 08.2014
  • Handling transactions and returns at the front desk
  • Customer service on the shop floor, assisting customers with purchases, maintaining displays and tidying aisles
  • Setting up displays and assembling bicycles to go out on the floor and customer bicycle repairs

Education

Certificate 3 - Outdoor Recreation

Australian College of Ministries
01-2017

Certificate 2 - Automotive Servicing Technology

Urrbrae Agricultural High School
01-2016

SACE Stage 2 - Metal Technology, Mathematical Applications, English Pathways

Urrbrae Agricultural High School
01-2016

Prior Relevant School Subjects

Urrbrae Agricultural High School
01-2016

Skills

  • Methodical multitasking
  • Problem Solving
  • Leadership
  • Strong Communication
  • Practical Animal Experience
  • Design & Technology
  • Adaptability
  • Critical thinking
  • Property maintenance
  • Attention to detail

Certification

  • HSA Instructor
  • First aid & CPR, 2023
  • Reporting Abuse and Neglect, 2021
  • DHS Working with Children Check, 2024
  • Safe Environments for Children and Young People, 2021
  • Red Earth AHCMOM213 - Operate and Maintain Chainsaw, 2022
  • Safe Environments for Children and Young People (SECYP), 2023

Timeline

House Parent

Baptist Care SA
07.2024 - Current

Grounds and Maintenance

Baptist Care SA
05.2023 - Current

Horse Riding Instructor

Baptist Care SA
05.2021 - 05.2023

Casual Employee

Wirraway Homestead Ltd
02.2017 - 04.2021

Laborer

Mustangs and Australian Classics Restoration
04.2016 - 07.2017

Casual Employee

Anaconda
04.2014 - 08.2014

Certificate 3 - Outdoor Recreation

Australian College of Ministries

Certificate 2 - Automotive Servicing Technology

Urrbrae Agricultural High School

SACE Stage 2 - Metal Technology, Mathematical Applications, English Pathways

Urrbrae Agricultural High School

Prior Relevant School Subjects

Urrbrae Agricultural High School
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