Rhys Johnston
Vincentia
Summary
Dynamic Processing Manager with extensive experience at South Coast Mariculture, excelling in quality control and logistics planning. Proven track record in enhancing operational efficiency and ensuring food safety compliance. Adept at fostering strong customer relationships while leading teams to deliver exceptional seafood products to corporate clients across eastern Australia.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
2018
2018
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Processing Manager
South Coast Mariculture
HUSKISSON
12.2023 - Current
- Managing a seafood processing facility of 30+ staff. Coordinating logistics, tradespeople, sales expectations, staff, rostering, money, licensing, food safety practices and harvesting requirements.
- Adhering to government and local legislation within the food safety act and bio security guidelines.
- Thriving in a fast paced processing facility, delivering fresh seafood to the highest quality to coorperate and wholesale clients across eastern Australia.
Supervisor
South Coast Mariculture
HUSKISSON
02.2022 - 10.2022
- Leading a team of 4/6 oyster shuckers and multiple process workers in a fast paced food environment.
- Trained team members on safety protocols and operational procedures.
- Coordinated scheduling and workflow to ensure efficient resource use.
- Implemented best practices in shellfish handling and processing techniques.
Seafood Processor
South Coast Mariculture
HUSKISSON
02.2022 - 10.2022
- Processed seafood products following strict quality and safety standards.
- Operated equipment for cleaning, sorting, and packaging seafood efficiently.
- Maintained work area cleanliness to ensure compliance with health regulations.
Joiner
PKJ Designs
Unanderra
02.2019 - 02.2022
- Factory manufacturing and onsite instillations, training apprentices and leading detailed projects.
- Collaborated with designers to interpret project specifications and plans.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace for safety compliance.
Joiner
Leisure Coast Kitchens
ALBION PARK RAIL
09.2018 - 11.2019
- Detailed Joiner - Residential and Commercial Manufacturing
Joiner
Highland Cabinetry
Mittagong
02.2014 - 02.2019
- Completed apprenticeship, started trade. Factory manufacturing and onsite instillation of bespoke joinery, heritage listed replications and custom fitouts.
General Maintenance Worker
Spotless
04.2012 - 11.2014
- Performed routine maintenance on facilities and equipment to ensure operational efficiency.
- Conducted repairs on plumbing, and electrical systems following safety guidelines.
- Collaborated with team members to address maintenance issues promptly and effectively.
- Inspected buildings regularly for safety hazards and reported findings to management.
- Documented maintenance activities accurately to maintain compliance with company standards.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work areas using appropriate tools and supplies.
Education
Certificate III - Joinery
TAFE Western Sydney Institute
02.2014 - 12.2018
Oak Flats High School
Oak FlatsSkills
- Quality control
- Food safety compliance
- Supply chain coordination
- Logistics planning
- Operational efficiency
- Customer relationship management
- Effective communication
- Operations management
Certification
- HACCP Certified
- High Risk Work License (FL)
- Drivers License
- Boat License
- HLTAID011 - Provide First Aid
- HLTAID009 - Provide Cardiopulmonary Resucetation
- HLTAID010 - Provide Basic Emergency Life Support
Languages
English
First Language
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Processing Manager
South Coast Mariculture
12.2023 - Current
Supervisor
South Coast Mariculture
02.2022 - 10.2022
Seafood Processor
South Coast Mariculture
02.2022 - 10.2022
Joiner
PKJ Designs
02.2019 - 02.2022
Joiner
Leisure Coast Kitchens
09.2018 - 11.2019
Joiner
Highland Cabinetry
02.2014 - 02.2019
Certificate III - Joinery
TAFE Western Sydney Institute
02.2014 - 12.2018
General Maintenance Worker
Spotless
04.2012 - 11.2014
Oak Flats High School