Ricky Fraser
GOSFORD
Summary
Talented Manager with expert team leadership, planning, and organizational skills built during successful career. Smoothly equip employees to independently handle daily functions and meet customer needs. Diligent trainer and mentor with exceptional management abilities and results-driven approach.
Proficient in operating and maintaining heavy equipment, implementing preventive maintenance programs, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Strong leadership abilities in managing teams and collaborating with stakeholders to achieve cost-effective, high-quality outcomes. Improving track conditions, reducing downtime, optimizing machinery lifespan while maintaining high standards of safety and operational efficiency.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
2IC RACECOURSE MANAGER AND CARETAKER
The Entertainment Grounds
08.2020 - Current
- Company Overview: Racecourse Operations Management
- Team Leadership & Staff Management
- Health & Safety Compliance
- Risk Management
- Venue Maintenance & Facilities Management
- Maintain a high standard of health and safety protocols, ensuring the safety of horses, jockeys, and visitors
- Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders including sponsors, vendors, and racing authorities
- Track Maintenance & Operations
- Equipment Repair & Troubleshooting
- Machinery Operation & Management
- Environmental & Regulatory Compliance
- Manage all track operations, including the upkeep and maintenance of racing track, ensuring optimal conditions for every event
- Racecourse Operations Management
- Trained and mentored new staff on cleaning and safety protocols.
- Established and enforced safety protocols and guidelines for staff.
- Conducted regular audits of public spaces and staff work areas to maximize quality control.
- Answered and responded to phone inquiries and radio communications relating to building security and emergency or crisis situations.
- Monitored employee activities, confirming compliance with security regulations.
CONCRETE CUTTER
Robert Guy and Sons
05.2018 - 02.2020
- Concrete Cutting Techniques (e.g., wet and dry cutting, wall sawing, flat sawing, core drilling)
- Equipment Operation (e.g., concrete saws, diamond blades, hand tools, wet and dry cutting machines)
- Safety Protocols ( equipment safety, personal protective equipment (PPE))
- Precision Measurement
- Job Site Preparation (setting up barriers, ensuring proper ventilation)
- Maintenance and Care of Equipment
- Time Management (meeting project deadlines, efficient cutting operations)
- Heavy Equipment Operation (e.g., forklifts, cranes for material handling)
- Team Collaboration (working with construction teams to meet project goals)
- Concrete Surface Finishing
- Knowledge of Concrete Mixes and Properties
TRACK WORK
The Entertainment Grounds
07.2016 - 09.2018
- Trackwork Riding
- Horse Handling & Care
- Riding Techniques
- Conditioning & Fitness Training
- Racehorse Training
- Horse Behaviour Observation
- Speed Work
- Communication with Trainers & Veterinarians
Education
High School Diploma -
Narara Valley High School
01.2004
Skills
- Team Leadership & Supervision
- Health & Safety Compliance
- Track Maintenance Coordination
- Equipment & Machinery Management
- Goal setting
- Operations management
- Staff training and development
- Staff management
- Time management
- Team leadership
Certification
- Fork Lift License
- First Aid
- Provide basic life support
- Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- Transport and store Chemicals
- Prepare and apply chemicals to control pests, weeds and diseases
- Operate specialised machinery and equipment
- Maintain Workplace safety
- Comply with Racing Industry ethics and Integrity
Timeline
2IC RACECOURSE MANAGER AND CARETAKER
The Entertainment Grounds
08.2020 - Current
CONCRETE CUTTER
Robert Guy and Sons
05.2018 - 02.2020
TRACK WORK
The Entertainment Grounds
07.2016 - 09.2018
High School Diploma -
Narara Valley High School
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