Shirley Quinlan
Coffs Harbour,NSW
Summary
With a proven track record at Woolgoolga, I excelled in enhancing harvest quality by 100% through meticulous pest control and effective teamwork. My strong communication skills and safety awareness not only boosted productivity but also fostered a culture of continuous improvement and environmental conservation.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Volunteer
Second Hand Shop
04.2022 - 11.2023
- Assisted with special events and programs.
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Strengthened community bonds, participating in interfaith dialogues and events.
Blueberry Picker
Woolgoolga
09.2022 - 01.2023
- Operated machinery and equipment safely and responsibly, minimizing risk.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Increased overall harvest quality by monitoring ripeness patterns closely and adjusting picking strategies as needed based on crop conditions.
- Identified potential pest issues early on, reporting concerns promptly to supervisors for timely intervention.
- Promoted sustainability efforts within the farm operation by utilizing eco-friendly materials whenever possible during harvesting activities.
- Promoted sustainability efforts by recycling materials whenever possible and minimizing overall resource waste during harvests.
- Diagnosed and treated pest and disease problems in plants, shrubs and trees.
- Assembled and maintained greenhouses and other structures to assist with business operations.
- Checked system to receive orders and directions to correct item locations.
- Led team of Number skilled and unskilled farm personnel.
- Identified plant diseases and researched methods for mitigation.
- Upheld high standards of cleanliness in work areas by disposing of trash properly and keeping machinery free from debris during picking operations.
- Identified potential issues with crops early on, notifying supervisors of any signs of disease or pest infestation for prompt resolution.
- Participated in ongoing training sessions to stay current on best practices for fruit handling and harvesting techniques.
- Packed 100% culled fruit to provide freshness and top quality products.
- Developed strong working relationships with farm supervisors and fellow pickers, contributing to a cooperative and efficient team dynamic.
- Collaborated with coworkers, fostering a positive work atmosphere conducive to high productivity levels.
- Ensured high-quality produce by carefully sorting and discarding damaged or underripe blueberries.
Kebab Maker
Akebab
05.2001 - 07.2002
- Continuously sought opportunities for personal growth within the culinary industry by attending workshops, seminars, and conferences related to kebab making techniques or cuisine trends.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Managed food waste effectively by tracking ingredient usage patterns and adjusting order quantities accordingly.
- Implemented successful upselling strategies that resulted in higher average ticket values per transaction.
- Contributed to a positive workplace culture by consistently demonstrating professionalism, teamwork, and respect for colleagues.
Education
Hospitality
Southern Cross University
Coffs Harbour, NSW07.2021
Aboriginal Studies
TAFE Coffs Harbour
Coffs Harbour, NSW03.2021
Year 11,12
Southern Cross University
Coffs Harbour, NSW01.2001
Skills
- Safety awareness
- Hand-Eye Coordination
- Weather Tolerance
- Maintenance knowledge
- Pest Control
- Efficient harvesting
- Picking techniques
- Sorting abilities
- Proper Handling
- Training abilities
- Nutrition knowledge
- Pest identification
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Environmental conservation
- Attention to Detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Reliability
- Excellent Communication
- Effective Communication
- Landscape maintenance
- Flexible Schedule
- Grounds Maintenance
- Team building
- Disease and Infestation Identification
- Farm safety
- Disease Prevention
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Physical Stamina
- Time management abilities
- First Aid Training
Timeline
Blueberry Picker
Woolgoolga
09.2022 - 01.2023
Volunteer
Second Hand Shop
04.2022 - 11.2023
Kebab Maker
Akebab
05.2001 - 07.2002
Hospitality
Southern Cross University
Aboriginal Studies
TAFE Coffs Harbour
Year 11,12
Southern Cross University
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