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Samantha Brown

Mitcham,VIC

Summary

I am a motivated and passionate OHS student with hands-on mentoring experience. I'm eager to apply my knowledge and skills to a dynamic role in health, safety, and environment. Im passionate about workplace safety and sustainability, and ensuring the workplace is safe for all. I am excited to gain practical experience in a global organisation like Bosch.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

OHS Mentee

Australian Institute of Health and Safety
Melbourne , Vic
09.2024 - Current

Member since 2024- present

Actively involved in staying current with OHS trends and best practices
Mentored by Professional OHS Consultant

  • Gained practical knowledge of workplace safety, risk management, and compliance
  • Observed the development and implementation of OHS systems
  • Received guidance on industry standards and best practices

Childcare Educator

Dandelion Early Learning Centre
Bulleen , Vic
07.2024 - Current
  • Worked alongside permanent educators to assist with daily routines, nappy changes, sunscreen application, daily cleaning, and sanitization.
  • Worked closely with the parents and families of the children to foster appropriate developmental learning styles and activities for their children that relate to their interests and motor skills.
  • Created daily posts, stories, and updates to childcare app OWNA for the parents.
  • Supervised children during excursions.
  • Worked in the kitchen with meal preparation and cleaning, allowing me to understand each child's food preferences.
  • Assisted new workers, agency workers, and students with room inductions and child inductions.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to share best practices in teaching methods.
  • Observed children for signs of illness, injury, emotional disturbance, learning disorders, and speech problems.
  • Removed hazards and developed appropriate boundaries and rules to create safe environment for children.

Educator

ANZUK Education
Melbourne , Australia
02.2023 - Current
  • Work with and assist permanent educators with daily tasks such as applying sunscreen, nappy changes, bottle feeds, serving children at mealtimes, daily cleaning routines, supervising children
  • Supported the emotional well-being of each child by providing compassionate care during moments of distress or anxiety
  • Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with staff, families, and children
  • Maintain tidy environments to comply with cleanliness and sanitation standards.

Educator

Astra Early Learning
Port Melbourne , Australia
09.2022 - 02.2023
  • Worked alongside permanent educators to assist with daily routines, nappy changes, sunscreen application, daily cleaning and sanitisation
  • Worked closely with the parents and families of the children to foster appropriate developmental learning styles and activities for their children that relate to their interests and motor skills
  • Created daily posts, stories and update to childcare app OWNA for the parents
  • Supervised children during excursions
  • Worked in the kitchen with meal preparation and cleaning, allowing to understand each child's food preferences
  • Assisted new workers, agency workers and students with room inductions and child inductions.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to share best practices in teaching methods.
  • Observed children for signs of illness, injury, emotional disturbance, learning disorders, and speech problems.
  • Removed hazards and developed appropriate boundaries and rules to create safe environment for children.

General Warehouse Worker

Aztec Australasia
Dandenong South , Australia
01.2022 - 09.2022
  • Inspected and packed orders into correct boxes.
  • Maintained an organised, clean and safe environment by regularly inspecting the workplace to ensure no hazards are visible
  • Used warehouse equipment, such as pallet jacks and crates, to move around boxes and orders.
  • Trained new workers and helped them to understand how to pick, pack and send orders
  • Communicated with clients via email and other digital platforms to ensure efficient order processing
  • Systematically organised and managed orders to streamline operations.
  • Prepared and completed warehouse orders for delivery or pickup according to schedule.

Bartender

Spearmint Rhino Gentleman’s Club
Melbourne CBD , Australia
03.2021 - 02.2022
  • Responsible for setting up the work area and closing work stations at the establishment
  • Worked with different cocktail and drink recipes
  • Maintained a clean and organised environment by following the guidelines from the health department
  • Followed my RSA rules and training and to ensure the health, safety and wellbeing of everyone within the building
  • Interacting with customers and suggesting different drinks and combinations that suit their liking
  • Worked under pressure in busy environments
  • Handled both cash and card transactions, giving patrons correct change
  • Worked with large purchases and following the business's rules and policies when it comes to large purchases.

Educator

Journey Early Learning
Burwood , Australia
01.2021 - 12.2021
  • Worked alongside permanent educators to assist with daily routines, nappy changes, sunscreen application, bed set up, daily cleaning and sanitisation
  • Worked closely with the parents and families of the children to foster appropriate developmental learning styles and activities for their children that relate to their interests and motor skills
  • Created daily posts, stories and update to childcare app Story Park for the parents
  • Supervised children during excursions
  • Served the children food and thoroughly understood every child's food preference
  • Worked closely with parents, families and educators to create behaviour management plans
  • Assisted new workers, agency workers and students with room inductions and child inductions
  • Responsible for opening and closing of the centre.

Bartender

Ms Collins
Melbourne CBD , Australia
08.2019 - 03.2020
  • Responsible for closing of the nightclub and setting up different workstations
  • Worked with different cocktail and drink recipes
  • Maintained a clean and organised environment by following the guidelines from the health department
  • Followed my RSA rules and training and to ensure the health, safety and wellbeing of everyone within the building
  • Interacting with customers and suggesting different drinks and combinations that suit their liking
  • Worked under pressure in busy environments
  • Handled both cash and card transactions, giving patrons correct change
  • Assisted new workers with training.

Bartender

The London Tavern Hotel
Richmond , Vic
07.2018 - 10.2019
  • Responsible for setting up and closing of the establishment
  • Worked with different cocktail and drink recipes
  • Maintained a clean and organised environment by following the guidelines from the health department
  • Followed my RSA rules and training and to ensure the health, safety and wellbeing of everyone within the building
  • Interacting with customers and suggesting different drinks and combinations that suit their liking
  • Worked under pressure in busy environments
  • Handled both cash and card transactions, giving patrons correct change
  • Recording of food orders.

Front of House Supervisor

The Local burger Co
Croydon , Victoria
06.2015 - 07.2018
  • Responsible for opening and closing of business
  • Oversaw scheduling and staffing, maintaining optimal levels for peak and off-peak hours.
  • Worked with a large menu and monthly specials and understood menu items and costs
  • Responsible for ordering stock, stocktake and organisation of stock
  • Monitored inventory levels of front of house supplies and placed orders as necessary.
  • Trained front-of-house staff on restaurant policies and procedures, guest service techniques and communication skills to promote positive experiences.
  • Worked closely with the back of house team and prepared and served food
  • Understood POS system.

Education

Diploma: Building and Construction - Building And Construction

Builders Academy
Melbourne, VIC
07.2025

Diploma: Work Health and Safety - Occupational Health And Safety

Pinnacle Safety
Melbourne, VIC
12-2024

Certificate IV: Work Health and Safety -

Swinburne University of Technology
Melbourne, VIC
05.2024

Diploma of Early Childhood and Care -

Box Hill Institute of TAFE
Melbourne, VIC
12.2020

Skills

  • Classroom Management
  • Cleaning and sanitation
  • Creative lesson planning
  • Child Safety Procedures
  • Behaviour Management
  • Documentation abilities
  • Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
  • Basic knowledge of OHS legislation and standards
  • Excellent research and communication skills
  • Positive attitude and eager to learn

References

  • Alexandra Phillips, Manager, Spearmint Rhino, 0439633663, Alexandra.nicholau@gmail.com
  • Brooke Vanden Driesen, Colleague, Journey Early Learning, 0466 400 629, brookevdriesen@gmail.com

Timeline

OHS Mentee

Australian Institute of Health and Safety
09.2024 - Current

Childcare Educator

Dandelion Early Learning Centre
07.2024 - Current

Educator

ANZUK Education
02.2023 - Current

Educator

Astra Early Learning
09.2022 - 02.2023

General Warehouse Worker

Aztec Australasia
01.2022 - 09.2022

Bartender

Spearmint Rhino Gentleman’s Club
03.2021 - 02.2022

Educator

Journey Early Learning
01.2021 - 12.2021

Bartender

Ms Collins
08.2019 - 03.2020

Bartender

The London Tavern Hotel
07.2018 - 10.2019

Front of House Supervisor

The Local burger Co
06.2015 - 07.2018

Diploma: Building and Construction - Building And Construction

Builders Academy

Diploma: Work Health and Safety - Occupational Health And Safety

Pinnacle Safety

Certificate IV: Work Health and Safety -

Swinburne University of Technology

Diploma of Early Childhood and Care -

Box Hill Institute of TAFE
Samantha Brown