Santana Hokianga
Hamilton,VIC
Summary
Business owner with extensive experience at GT Shearing, specializing in project management and team leadership. Proven expertise in quality control and inspection, enhancing productivity through effective collaboration. Strong communication skills and meticulous attention to detail contribute to successful outcomes in high-pressure environments, maintaining exceptional standards in wool production.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Shearer
District Shearing
Hamilton, VIC
01.2022 - Current
- Assisted in shearing operations, ensuring high-quality shearing, with minimal stress to animals.
- Maintained shearing equipment and tools, ensuring proper function and cleanliness.
- Worked efficiently in a team environment to meet production targets.
- Followed workplace health and safety standards to ensure a safe working environment.
Wool Technician
Shearing Industry
Hamilton, VIC
01.2018 - Current
- Excellent attention to detail, and passion for maintaining high-quality standards in wool production.
- Instructed new wool classers in advanced wool grading techniques and wool quality specifications.
- Mentored junior team members at various points in wool production.
- Managed and maintained wool classing equipment, ensuring proper function and safety.
- Developed a strong ability to work as part of a team, assisting others, and coordinating efforts for optimal results in fast-paced environments.
- Worked closely with producers and buyers to ensure the best outcome for market demands.
- Maintain precise records of any book work and documentation.
Business Owner
GT Shearing
Wagin, WA
07.2014 - 05.2017
- Executed projects to successful completion by leading diverse teams.
- Maximized group productivity through innovative collaboration practices.
- Managed payroll and invoicing systems
- Partnered with producers and buyers to streamline communication and workflow.
- Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.
- Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently.
Education
Qualifications - Cert 2 Shearing
SCAA Shearer, Wool Handler Training
Hamilton, VIC01-2024
Qualifications - Cert 4 Wool Classing
South Regional TAFE
WA02-2011
Skills
- Project management
- Inventory oversight
- Team leadership
- Intermediate shearing techniques
- Workplace safety
- Shearing equipment maintenance
- Market assessment
- Quality control
- Team collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Multitasking
Timeline
Shearer
District Shearing
01.2022 - Current
Wool Technician
Shearing Industry
01.2018 - Current
Business Owner
GT Shearing
07.2014 - 05.2017
Qualifications - Cert 2 Shearing
SCAA Shearer, Wool Handler Training
Qualifications - Cert 4 Wool Classing
South Regional TAFE
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