I am a hardworking and compassionate job seeker with strong interpersonal and organizational skills eager to secure an entry-level home care position in the aged care field. I want to help the elderly achieve and maintain a level of self sufficiency though their golden years. Although I have no work experience on paper working in aged care, I do have years of experience taking care of my Grandmother as a younger adult and found it to be a highly rewarding experience. As i am getting older myself and looking to change professions and I feel this would be an excellent field for me to pursue.
Work History
Landscape Gardener
Owner/Operator
Central Coast, NSW
03.2016 - Current
Designed and built gardens and lawns, Installed retaining walls
Applied weed and pest control chemicals to lawns, protecting grass growth and improving appearance.
Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing and tree removal and thinning.
Maximized water conservation, checking sprinkler spray angles and testing digital controller performance.
Provided expert lawn care, mulching, aerating and trimming around walks, walls and flower beds.
Labourer
One Build
Sydney, NSW
11.2014 - 02.2016
Worked on a large construction project building a power substation in the suburb of St. Mary's
Responsible for keeping site safe by repair of safety fences, water removal and site cleanliness.
General laboring duties.
Garden Maintenance
Peter Fudge Gardens
Sydney, NSW
06.2012 - 10.2015
Provided excellent garden and lawn care to upscale clientele.
Delegated tasks to workers daily, taking into account personal skill levels, daily targets and necessary condition adaptations.
Maintained tools and equipment to foster safe and consistent operation.
Track Maintainer
Canadian Pacific Railway
Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan, Canada
04.2004 - 12.2009
Operated various machines for the maintenance of the largest railway in Canada such as Tie injectors, Spike pullers and Ballast regulators.
Served as a member of the Health and Safety committee for all years worked on railway.
Performed inspections, diagnostics and troubleshooting on equipment and devices and determined appropriate repair work.
Participated in team-building activities to enhance working relationships and safety.
Worked with SAP planning software for payroll, parts ordering and cataloging.