Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Job Descriptions
References
Hobbies and Interests
Timeline
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Sarah Otterburn

Mentone,Vic.

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Vast experience in understanding and negotiating with people from all cultures,backgounds and religions. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet business needs. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to prioritise, adapt and handle demanding situations with a high degree of respect, proffessionalism and integrity.

Overview

40
40
years of professional experience

Work History

Train Driver

Metro Trains
01.2022 - Current


  • Operate trains in accordance with the prevailing signalling, track conditions, speed restriction signs and / or special instructions and procedures
  • Monitor the performance of trains and take appropriate actions to report and resolve irregularities or defects to minimise interruption of train services.
  • Provide assistance to passengers, including assisting special needs customers, ill passengers, providing wayfinding and directions, and service information.
  • Perform pre-service checks on trains, including car body, structure and other equipment to ensure the equipment functions properly before operating the train onto the running line
  • Disseminate information to passengers when required through the public announcement and passenger information display systems
  • Perform duties in the depot/siding such as shunting, train washing, coupling and or uncoupling of trains

Leading Station Assistant

Metro Trains Melbourne
01.2019 - 01.2022
  • Customer service. Streamlined boarding processes for timely departures and minimized delays.
  • Collaborated with team members to address operational challenges and ensure smooth daily operations.
  • Answering all passenger enquiries regarding Myki/train travel.

Kindergarten Qualified Educator

Emma McLean Kindergarten
01.2015 - 01.2018

Early childhood qualified educator

Kids by the bay
01.2013 - 01.2015

Surveillance Operator

Crown Casino Complex
04.2006 - 01.2012
  • Monitor and survey all areas of Crown Casino complex.
  • Competent with all current state of the art software and computer programmes
  • Administration/recording relevant footage/storing footage.
  • Answering phone, reviewing/analysing and documenting footage for all legal etc.
  • Advising and guiding all levels of staff on government regulations. Ensure all government standards, guidelines/policies followed and enforced.
  • Self-manage and regulate, also work well in a small team environment.

Gaming Supervisor

Crown Casino Complex
01.1994 - 01.2006

Available at interview

Croupier, Pit boss, Trainer

Barclays Bureau
01.1991 - 01.1993

Available at interview

Croupier/ Supervisor/Cashier

Atlantic Associates (Cruise ships)
01.1987 - 01.1991

Available at interview

Croupier

Stakis Regency Casino
01.1984 - 01.1987

Available at interview

Education

Higher school certificate equivalent -

Cert IV Train Driving -

01.2022

Cert 111 Rail and Customer Service -

01.2020

Diploma Early Education - Education

Laverton
Vic
01.2012

Certificate IV in IT -

01.2005

Skills

  • Strong, positive work ethic
  • Ability to adapt to change and learn quickly
  • Emotional intelligence Patient, pursuasive & empathetic
  • Profficient in conflict resolution
  • Outstanding Communication, negotiation and written
  • Managerial, supervisory and training
  • Assertive, decisive in high pressured situations
  • Ability to self motivate, strong time management skills
  • Presents well, professional demeanour

Job Descriptions


  • Crown Casino Complex, 1994, 2006. Gaming Supervisor.
  • Oversee and supervise all employees on the main gaming floor and VIP Rooms.
  • Problem solving and customer complaint negotiator.
  • Recognised in the top 5-10% of all employees Ensure all OHS guidelines and government regulations are adhered to.
  • Emma Mclean Kindergarten. Evaluate and educate children aged from 0 – 5 yrs.
  • Contact and liaise with specialists for additional needs.
  • Interact effectively with children, parents, governing bodies and committees.
  • Work effectively with culturally diverse children, parents, clients and co-workers.

References

  • Ty Chinca Government Inspector Crown Casino, Melbourne.
  • Mob 0428 328 291
  • Ryan Smart Train Driver Manager Flinders st Melbourne
  • Mob 0408 260 911

Hobbies and Interests

  • Gym & Group workout classes
  • Bikram Yoga
  • Golf
  • Badminton
  • Walking my dogs
  • Cooking
  • Reading and socialising with friends and family.
  • Gardening

Timeline

Train Driver

Metro Trains
01.2022 - Current

Leading Station Assistant

Metro Trains Melbourne
01.2019 - 01.2022

Kindergarten Qualified Educator

Emma McLean Kindergarten
01.2015 - 01.2018

Early childhood qualified educator

Kids by the bay
01.2013 - 01.2015

Surveillance Operator

Crown Casino Complex
04.2006 - 01.2012

Gaming Supervisor

Crown Casino Complex
01.1994 - 01.2006

Croupier, Pit boss, Trainer

Barclays Bureau
01.1991 - 01.1993

Croupier/ Supervisor/Cashier

Atlantic Associates (Cruise ships)
01.1987 - 01.1991

Croupier

Stakis Regency Casino
01.1984 - 01.1987

Higher school certificate equivalent -

Cert IV Train Driving -

Cert 111 Rail and Customer Service -

Diploma Early Education - Education

Laverton

Certificate IV in IT -

Sarah Otterburn