Sandy Oram
Cawarral,Australia
Summary
With extensive experience in livestock handling and care, I excel as an exceptional communicator. My expertise lies in working with various horse and cattle breeds, ensuring their well-being. I possess comprehensive knowledge of animal care, including safe handling practices, yard and fence maintenance, and maintaining clean stabling and housing environments. As a reliable and flexible team player, I contribute to a productive and harmonious workplace. Additionally, I have proficiency in identifying and managing noxious weeds and pests. It is noteworthy that I hold a current Blue Card (working with children check) and possess an ACDC Chemical Spraying License.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Groundskeeper
St Mary's Primary School
09.2024 - Current
- Operate ride on mowers, power tools and various landscaping tooling to maintain outdoor areas.
- Removed debris and waste from outdoor areas.
- Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
- Enhanced curb appeal of the school by maintaining lawns, gardens, and walkways in optimum condition.
- Responsible for waste management processes and monitoring including utilising the appropriate recycling bins on the property''s premises.
- Fostered positive community image by engaging with residents and addressing their concerns relating to the school grounds.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Teacher’s Aide / Grounds Keeper
St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School
04.2023 - 08.2024
- Set up visual aids, equipment, and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Facilitated activities in small groups to reinforce concepts taught by class teacher.
- Provided one-on-one tutoring sessions for struggling students, leading to increased understanding and improved grades.
- Removed debris and waste from outdoor areas.
- Operated ride on and push mowers, power tools and landscaping machines to maintain outdoor areas.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
Parks and Gardens Maintenance Worker
Banana Shire Council
01.2023 - 04.2023
- Completed daily, weekly, and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
- Performed preventive maintenance and repairs on various types of equipment.
- Properly handled, transported, and disposed of recycled materials.
- Safely and effectively handled wide range of cleaning products and solutions.
- Continuously adhered to strict regulations as well as detailed instructions, guidelines and specifications.
- Removed outdoor debris and yard clippings into receptacles to properly maintain grounds.
Aerodrome Reporting Officer & Works Safety Officer
Banana Shire Council
10.2021 - 10.2021
Banana Shire Council
01.2020 - 12.2020
- Company Overview: { Parks and Gardens}
- { Parks and Gardens}
Disability Support Worker
Private Business
01.2019 - 12.2020
- Company Overview: Disability support work for multiple clients
- Developed strong interpersonal relationships with clients, earning their trust and respect through consistent empathy and understanding.
- Enhanced quality of life for clients with physical and intellectual disabilities through compassionate care and assistance.
- Drove clients safely to social activities and appointments.
- Communicated regularly with family members about client progress, addressing any concerns or questions promptly.
- Improved client independence by developing personalised support plans tailored to individual needs and goals.
- Facilitated community integration for clients by organizing outings, social events, and other opportunities for engagement.
- Maintained accurate records of client progress, adjusting support strategies as needed to maximize outcomes.
Disability Support Worker
Endeavour Foundation
01.2017 - 12.2019
- Part time Teacher aide
- Enhanced quality of life for clients with physical and intellectual disabilities through compassionate care and assistance.
- Assisted clients in reaching personal goals through targeted skill-building activities and therapeutic interventions.
- Provided high level of physical support by lifting, adjusting, and moving clients.
- Improved client independence by developing personalised support plans tailored to individual needs and goals.
- Conducted regular assessments of client needs to identify potential areas of growth or improvement within their care plan structure.
- Updated treatment plans on monthly basis with latest intervention strategies and progress notes.
Teacher Aide – Special Needs Unit
Park Avenue State School
01.2015 - 12.2015
- Implemented School Speech and Language Program
- These programs involve assisting students with varying disabilities from gastrostomy tube feeding to seizure management and toileting
- These roles included working with students with a wide range of impairments, including Autism Spectrum Disorder and Global Developmental Delays
- Working with these students involved building rapport with students and their families and utilising tools such as visuals cues, sensory and fine motor programs
- An additional facet of my current roles involved developing and implementing practical programs to assist teaching staff in the provision of support to students with special needs
School Bus Owner/ Operator
01.2009 - 12.2015
- Operation and maintenance of school bus in compliance with Owner Operator Authorisation accreditation
Teacher Aide
Baralaba High School
01.2008 - 12.2015
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behaviour effectively by establishing clear expectations, modelling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
Student with a Disability (SWD) teacher aide and classroom Teacher Aide
01.2006 - 12.2015
- Involved in the development and implementation of a suitable program designed to improve a student’s fine motor, gross motor, sensory and listening skills in addition to aiding the teacher with classroom preparation and activities and assisting students in the understanding of current curriculum
- Delivered the support a reader program for children with reading difficulties
Baralaba Art and craft co-ordinator
01.2008 - 12.2013
- Involved in the development and implementation of a suitable program for pre-prep aged children
School Cleaner
01.2006 - 12.2007
- Working in collaboration with school staff in providing safe, clean environments for students and staff to work in
Various Casual Work
01.1994 - 12.2005
- Cleaner – Domestic, Aged Care
- Child minding
- Contract mustering
- Doctors’ receptionist (job share) for 12 months
Education
High School Diploma -
Biloela State High School
01.1990
Baralaba State School -
Baralaba State School
Baralaba, QLD01.1987
Skills
- Lawn and grounds maintenance
- Grounds maintenance
- Operating mowers and tractors
- Dedicated work ethic
Certification
- Auslan Short Course, 01/01/16
- Gastrostomy Management in State Schools, 01/01/16
- Midazolam Administration in State Schools, 01/01/16
- Anaphylaxis e-training, 01/01/17
- Administration of Adrenaline Auto-injectors, 01/01/17
- CPR First Aid, 01/01/17
- Working in proximity to traffic part 1 & 2, 01/01/20
- Implement traffic management plan, 01/01/20
- Fire awareness course, 01/01/20
- White Card, 01/01/20
- Control Weeds, 01/01/20
- Prepare and apply chemicals to control pests & disease, 01/01/20
- Transport & store chemicals, 01/01/20
- Maintain chainsaws. Trim & Cut felled trees, 01/01/21
- Trim trees using Pole Saw, 01/01/21
- Aerodrome Reporting Officer & Works Safety Officer, 01/01/21
- Aeronautical Radio Operator Certificate, 01/01/21
- Chemwatch (chemicals), 01/01/22
- Certificate 3 in Civil Construction Plant Operation Load & unload, 01/01/22
- Certificate 3 Civil Construction Plant Conduct Tractor Operations, 01/01/22
Communitycompliancecards
Banana Shire Council ID. Blue, White & traffic management
Licenses
- Open
- MR
- RE
Volunteer Experience
- Tuckshop President, 01/01/05, present
- Tuckshop volunteer, 01/01/00, present
References
- Tina Knight, Principal, St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School Biloela, 0417113170
- Suzanne Chalk, Learning Support Teacher, St Joseph’s Primary School Biloela, 0457480075
- Daniel Stewart, Team Leader, Aerodrome Operations, 0429664184
- Phil Spratt, Previous Supervisor, Banana Shire Council, 0437083098
Interestsandcommunityactivities
- Gardening
- Swimming
- Horse riding
- Netball
- Tennis
- Touch football
- Photography
- Bike riding
- Great Cycle Challenge
- Shave for a cure
- Pony club volunteer
- Local P&C activities
Timeline
Groundskeeper
St Mary's Primary School
09.2024 - Current
Teacher’s Aide / Grounds Keeper
St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School
04.2023 - 08.2024
Parks and Gardens Maintenance Worker
Banana Shire Council
01.2023 - 04.2023
Aerodrome Reporting Officer & Works Safety Officer
Banana Shire Council
10.2021 - 10.2021
Banana Shire Council
01.2020 - 12.2020
Disability Support Worker
Private Business
01.2019 - 12.2020
Disability Support Worker
Endeavour Foundation
01.2017 - 12.2019
Teacher Aide – Special Needs Unit
Park Avenue State School
01.2015 - 12.2015
School Bus Owner/ Operator
01.2009 - 12.2015
Teacher Aide
Baralaba High School
01.2008 - 12.2015
Baralaba Art and craft co-ordinator
01.2008 - 12.2013
Student with a Disability (SWD) teacher aide and classroom Teacher Aide
01.2006 - 12.2015
School Cleaner
01.2006 - 12.2007
Various Casual Work
01.1994 - 12.2005
- Auslan Short Course, 01/01/16
- Gastrostomy Management in State Schools, 01/01/16
- Midazolam Administration in State Schools, 01/01/16
- Anaphylaxis e-training, 01/01/17
- Administration of Adrenaline Auto-injectors, 01/01/17
- CPR First Aid, 01/01/17
- Working in proximity to traffic part 1 & 2, 01/01/20
- Implement traffic management plan, 01/01/20
- Fire awareness course, 01/01/20
- White Card, 01/01/20
- Control Weeds, 01/01/20
- Prepare and apply chemicals to control pests & disease, 01/01/20
- Transport & store chemicals, 01/01/20
- Maintain chainsaws. Trim & Cut felled trees, 01/01/21
- Trim trees using Pole Saw, 01/01/21
- Aerodrome Reporting Officer & Works Safety Officer, 01/01/21
- Aeronautical Radio Operator Certificate, 01/01/21
- Chemwatch (chemicals), 01/01/22
- Certificate 3 in Civil Construction Plant Operation Load & unload, 01/01/22
- Certificate 3 Civil Construction Plant Conduct Tractor Operations, 01/01/22
High School Diploma -
Biloela State High School
Baralaba State School -
Baralaba State School
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