SHELDON BARBER
Eaton
Summary
- Perviously employed as Grounds Manager at Ngalangangpum School (CEWA Education), responsible for maintaining the school grounds including lawns, irrigation, toilet cleaning, and general maintenance.
- Previous experience working as a Corrections Officer, managing inmate welfare, collaborating with case managers, probation officers, and family members to ensure appropriate interventions.
- Developed strong skills in vigilance, time management, patience, and communication through diverse roles.
- Experience spans multiple industries including customer service, design, construction, and maintenance, providing a well-rounded skill set and ability to work with diverse people.
- Known for a strong work ethic, eagerness to learn, and adaptability, bringing enthusiasm and professionalism to all roles.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Grounds Manager
Ngalangangpum School
Warmun, WA, Australia
01.2024 - Current
- General maintenance and care of school grounds
- Mowing lawns, running irrigation systems, garden work, cleaning
- Collaborating with community services
Labourer
Lowes Family Wine Co
Mudgee, NSW, Australia
01.2023 - 01.2023
- Vineyard work including working vines, mowing lawns, brush cutting
- General maintenance tasks
Corrections Officer
Department of Corrections Aotearoa
Palmerston North, New Zealand
01.2020 - 01.2023
- Trained new recruits for corrections officer role
- Managed high-security, remand, mainstream, segregated, and youth inmates
- Worked in management unit with At-Risk and Protective segregated inmates
- Served as Physical Education Officer
Graphics Tutor
Design School
Palmerston North, New Zealand
01.2017 - 01.2020
- Tutored inmates in manual and computer graphic design processes
- Delivered youth programs within corrections facilities
- Provided instruction in Adobe Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere Pro)
- Completed freelance design projects
Labourer
CPB
Wellington, New Zealand
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Worked on Transmission Gully project involving erosion control, water systems, and vehicle operation
- Performed heavy lifting, digging, and general labour duties
Education
Level 3
Corrections
Palmerston North01.2020
Bachelor - Applied Visual Imaging, Level 7
UCOL
Palmerston North01.2016
Certificate - Visual Art And Design, Level 4
UCOL
Palmerston North01.2013
Certificate - Engineering, Level 3
UCOL
Palmerston North01.2013
Skills
- Positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking
- Excellent communication
- Organizational skills
- Team leadership
- Decision-making
- Problem resolution
- Task prioritization
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Grounds Manager
Ngalangangpum School
01.2024 - Current
Labourer
Lowes Family Wine Co
01.2023 - 01.2023
Corrections Officer
Department of Corrections Aotearoa
01.2020 - 01.2023
Graphics Tutor
Design School
01.2017 - 01.2020
Labourer
CPB
01.2016 - 01.2017
Level 3
Corrections
Bachelor - Applied Visual Imaging, Level 7
UCOL
Certificate - Visual Art And Design, Level 4
UCOL
Certificate - Engineering, Level 3
UCOL