Tanya McKenzie
Summary
Dynamic professional with a proven track record at the Department For Environment and Water, excelling in grounds maintenance and fostering exceptional visitor relations. Demonstrated ability to enhance public safety through effective incident management and fostering community engagement. Skilled in both environmental conservation and administrative efficiency, contributing to a safer, well-maintained park environment.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Ranger
Department For Environment and Water
06.2020 - Current
- Conducted daily patrols of park boundaries and remote areas to monitor resource conditions, report violations, and maintain a visible presence for visitor safety.
- Collaborated with other rangers to develop effective patrol strategies, ensuring overall park safety and security.
- Enforced park rules and regulations fairly and consistently, educating visitors about responsible recreation practices when necessary.
- Preserved natural resources by implementing sustainable practices and monitoring wildlife habitats.
- Performed facilities and structure construction and maintenance to conserve grounds and environment.
- Developed strong relationships with local communities, fostering a sense of shared responsibility for the preservation of natural spaces.
- Developed and maintained accurate logs, reports and records of work performed and materials and equipment used.
- Increased park safety by conducting regular patrols and addressing potential hazards in a timely manner.
- Supported emergency response efforts during natural disasters or medical incidents, ensuring visitor wellbeing.
- Trained new park rangers and team members in all operations and policies while offering mentorship and assistance with duties.
- Distributed park and trail maps, provided park information and answered customer service questions.
- Trained on fire protection, containment procedures and applied skills in fire fighting.
Administrative Officer
Department For Environment and Water
02.2012 - 06.2020
- Maintained accurate records, ensuring timely processing of invoices, payments, and financial reports.
- Managed files and records for clients and adhered to safety procedures to prevent breaches and data misuse.
- Updated reports, managed accounts, and generated reports for company database.
- Enhanced overall office productivity through effective staff management and coordination of daily tasks.
- Oversaw office inventory activities by ordering and requisitions and stocking and shipment receiving.
- Supervised and guided new employees and responded quickly to questions to improve understanding of job responsibilities.
- Followed detailed directions from management to complete daily paperwork and computer data entry.
Education
No Degree - Environmental Studies
TAFE SA
SA01-2025
Skills
- Grounds Maintenance
- Incident Management
- Incident Reports
- Park equipment maintenance
- Visitor relations
- Law Enforcement
- Facility Patrols
- Trail maintenance
- Hazardous Material Handling
- Permit processing
- Firefighting Techniques
- Public Safety
Certification
- Chainsaw Safety and Operation Certification
- Grievance and Dispute Management
- Basic Firefighting
- Remote Area First Aid
- 4WD/LUV Training
- Stonemasonry Training
- Authorised Warden Officer
Accomplishments
- 10yrs + service to my current job
- Transition from Administration Officer to Park Ranger
- Becoming a Firefighter - C Grade
- Chairperson for Region WHS Committee
Work Involvement
- Kangaroo Survey
- SAKS Training
- Animal Trapping
- Issuing Kangaroo Tags
Timeline
Ranger
Department For Environment and Water
06.2020 - Current
Administrative Officer
Department For Environment and Water
02.2012 - 06.2020
No Degree - Environmental Studies
TAFE SA
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