Sam Ellis

Work History

Freelance

Bangalow/Newrybar, New South Wales

06.2022 - Current

Demonstrated expertise in lawn care and maintenance through meticulous mowing, trimming, edging and fertilising.
Scheduled regular preventive maintenance, keeping equipment operating optimally and minimising breakages.
Supported repair and maintenance activity to uphold safe, secure working environments.
Maintained daily facility operations with strong focus on preventive maintenance and swift repairs.
Maximised performance of machinery and equipment by performing regular maintenance, control and revision.
Cleaned, lubricated and adjusted equipment in line with preventive maintenance plan.
Followed agreed work schedule when conducting repair and maintenance work.
Maintained a positive, can-do attitude across varied duties for effective maintenance and cleaning service.
Operated variety of ride-on garden power tools and hand-held equipment including lawnmowers, leaf blowers and long-handled pruners.
Handled overall responsibility for client property, equipment care and maintenance.

Callemondah

Bangalow, New South Wales

12.2020 - Current

Cultivated soil on designated pieces of land.
Carried out all tasks in line with hygiene rules, upholding optimum safe working practices.
Cleared and maintained irrigation ditches to minimise high flows and erosion.
Handled repair and maintenance of fences, buildings and other farm structures for increased durability.
Put agricultural products on trucks and drove trucks to storage facilities or markets.
Identified plants, pests and weeds to determine best way to apply pesticides and herbicides.
Cleaned farm buildings and equipment to maintain stable operations.
Repaired and maintained farm vehicles, implements and mechanical equipment.
Participated in sorting, grading and other post-harvest treatment of crops.
Cut grass and maintained hedges to keep farm grounds safe and presentable.
Detected disease and health problems in livestock, poultry and crops.

Foodworks

Bangalow, New South Wales

04.2024 - 05.2024

Oversaw records covering purchasing transactions, distribution flow and stock storage.
Adjusted inventory levels to keep obsolescence and cost low.
Liaised with customers and other departments to plan timely transportation of goods.
Overhauled existing systems to increase accuracy, reducing costs and waste.
Directed daily operations to achieve maximum output and reduce costs.

Laniakea Rainforest Camping

Tuntable Creek, New South Wales

01.2020 - 11.2022

Addressed enquiries, issues and concerns of tourists.
Used augmented reality technology to enhance tours.
Delivered engaging tours.
Entertained tour guests with fun props, stories and activities.
Assessed weather and traffic condition to avoid conflict with tour.
Took photos and videos of tourists to preserve memorable experience.
Maintained guest safety by running professional, organised tours.
Shared unique stories about tour locations and shared unique stories.
Rendered first aid or CPR in cases of injury or illness during tours.
Assembled and distributed supplies for guests to complete tour activities.
Helped visitors feel welcome with friendly conversations, personal help and engaging stories.
Explained site requirements and tour procedures to participants.
Escorted tourists, fulfilling tour requirements and creating enjoyable experiences.
Learned historical and cultural details of landmark site to enrich tours.

Bangalow Community Children's Centre

Bangalow, New South Wales

06.2021 - 07.2021

Supervised students to maintain adherence with health and safety requirements, inside and outside classroom environments.
Developed and nurtured excellent relationships with students and staff, enhancing positive learning environments.
Tutored students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts from core subjects.
Cultivated close working relationships with students, teaching staff and parents.
Distributed learning materials, textbooks and stationery, enabling full student cooperation in activities.
Supervised students in wider school environments, offering reliable dining room, library and playground support.
Organised and distributed learning materials, ensuring students received relevant homework, textbooks and classroom supplies.
Helped teachers with lesson plan development, class preparation and student mentoring.
Boosted academic achievement of special needs students through compassionate, considered individual tutoring.
Prevented student misbehaviour through constant classroom monitoring and prompt interventions.
Oversaw students during breaks to maintain safe environment.
Maintained sensitivity towards students with additional needs, continually improving their development and confidence.
Prepared positive, productive learning environments with engaging wall displays and effective resources.