Samuel Barbagallo
Brisbane
Summary
Adaptable and people-focused professional with diverse experience across disability support, tourism, hospitality, construction surveying, administration, and international program coordination. Skilled in stakeholder engagement, team leadership, customer service, volunteer coordination, and operational management across fast-paced and multicultural environments. Known for strong communication, initiative, and the ability to build positive relationships with clients, coworkers, and community members. Seeking opportunities in management, coordination, community engagement, or people-focused operational roles.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Disability Support Worker
Positive Prospects
Brisbane
02.2024 - Current
- Support young people with intellectual disabilities in daily activities and community engagement.
- Assist clients in securing and maintaining meaningful employment through the social cooperative Taskable.
- Promote independence, physical wellbeing, and social inclusion through structured support networks.
- Build strong relationships with participants, families, and employers to ensure positive outcomes.
Administration Coordinator
Latitude Encounters
03.2021 - Current
- Managed bookings, payroll, purchasing, and client communications for a tourism operator.
- Coordinated customer service across phone, email, and online platforms.
- Assisted with website management and daily business operations.
- Maintained strong client relationships and streamlined administrative processes.
Residential & Land Surveyor
Steve Cooper & Associates Surveyors
Brisbane
08.2022 - 02.2024
- Conducted residential and land surveying within the construction industry.
- Operated technical surveying equipment requiring precision and attention to detail.
- Worked in physically demanding outdoor environments while maintaining accuracy and safety standards.
- Collaborated effectively within field teams to meet project deadlines.
Kitchenhand
The Plough Inn
08.2022 - 09.2023
- Kitchen Duties in a fast paced hospitality environment.
Language Justice Coordinator
COP26 Coalition
10.2021 - 02.2022
- Led a team coordinating over 250 interpreters and translators for multilingual events during the COP26 UN Climate Summit in Glasgow.
- Managed volunteer recruitment, scheduling, training, and stakeholder communication.
- Oversaw event coordination, administration, and fundraising activities.
- Delivered high-level organisational support in a complex international environment.
International Director / Youth Mentor
Global Leadership Adventures
07.2016 - 09.2021
- Directed international volunteer and ecotourism programs across Ecuador, Peru, Costa Rica, and Fiji.
- Supervised groups of students aged 14–19 in overseas environments, ensuring safety and wellbeing.
- Coordinated travel logistics, local partnerships, educational activities, and operational planning.
- Promoted environmental awareness, ethical tourism, and global citizenship.
Hostel Manager
Camp Supertramp
Playa Samara, Costa Rica
06.2015 - 02.2016
- Managed operations of a 30-bed hostel and bar.
- Oversaw recruitment, staff management, food service, and customer experience.
- Maintained day-to-day business operations in a high-volume tourism setting.
- Built on extensive hospitality experience developed through years working in Brisbane kitchens and bars.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - History Major, Anthropology Minor
The University of Queensland
01-2015
Skills
- Team Leadership & Coordination
- Disability & Community Support
- Customer Relations & Communication
- Volunteer Management
- Administration & Scheduling
- Cross-Cultural Communication
- Workplace Health & Safety Awareness
- Tourism & Hospitality Operations
- Technical Accuracy & Field Work
- Time Management & Organisation
- Conflict Resolution
- Fast Learner & Adaptable
Certification
Yellow Card
Blue Card
First Aid / CPR
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Disability Support Worker
Positive Prospects
02.2024 - Current
Residential & Land Surveyor
Steve Cooper & Associates Surveyors
08.2022 - 02.2024
Kitchenhand
The Plough Inn
08.2022 - 09.2023
Language Justice Coordinator
COP26 Coalition
10.2021 - 02.2022
Administration Coordinator
Latitude Encounters
03.2021 - Current
International Director / Youth Mentor
Global Leadership Adventures
07.2016 - 09.2021
Hostel Manager
Camp Supertramp
06.2015 - 02.2016
Bachelor of Arts - History Major, Anthropology Minor
The University of Queensland