Tayla Croker

June 2023 - Jan 2024, Returned Winter June 2024 - Current

At Perisher, I worked both winter and summer seasons in two different roles. Both, in which I was operating large machinery. Winter's primary role was snow clearing. This involved operating both Snowcat BR300, Front End Loaders, Excavator, and Bobcat for smaller, tighter elevated areas. Duties also included helping the transport department in moving goods over snow within the resort and national park. Summer role mostly consisted of operating a 20-ton excavator for multiple projects. As well as assisting on trade-related projects, such as placing and welding pipe for snow guns, fencing, concreting, etc.

This year, I was offered an opportunity to return in a new role of Grooming. This involved a grave night shift. Operating a range of different models of snow cats. Pushing and tilling out snow in alpine mountains. This involved extreme natural terrain and weather conditions.

• Ensure that safety guidelines are followed at all times while operating machinery.
• Carry out regular safety checks on machinery prior to operation. Troubleshoot malfunctions in equipment or processes.
• Perform periodic maintenance on machines such as cleaning and lubrication.
• Comply with company policies regarding quality control procedures.
• Identify areas where improvements can be made in terms of efficiency or cost savings.
• Keep detailed reports of maintenance activities performed on machinery.
• Collaborate with other departments when necessary for successful completion of projects.
• Trained new operators and implemented new division operator training program to improve retention rates and increase production.
• Reading construction and environmental plans

Feb 2024 - June 2024 (short-term contract)

At GSM, I was mainly working as a machine operator. Safely operating 3-ton and 20-ton excavators, and driving HR trucks. With some operations of a telehandler, when required for product movement. Competing SDS and JSA documents daily.

As well as assisting in hands-on concreting projects and labor. This was mostly based at Ampol Kurnell fuel refinery. This has assisted my familiarity with safety on high-risk civil sites.

Working at Manuka Gardens, my role was to organize and run bespoke landscapes, specializing in the finer detail landscaping and training apprentices.

I quickly moved up the company and the industry due to leadership and problem-solving skills. As well as my love for finer details, quality, and truly caring about the people I work with and alongside.

This has allowed our team to more than double in size in the past year. It has also made the company stand out in the industry for being a high-end landscape company.

• Conducted daily site inspections to ensure safety regulations were being adhered to.
• Monitored construction progress, communicated project updates and identified potential problems or delays.
• Assigned tasks to subcontractors and monitored their performance to ensure quality standards were met.
• Coordinated with architects, engineers and other professionals regarding design changes and adaptations on-site.
• Reviewed plans, blueprints and drawings for accuracy of measurements and specifications.
• Ensured that materials used in the construction process conformed to industry standards.
• Provided technical guidance and expertise to workers engaged in building activities.
• Resolved disputes between contractors, suppliers, consultants and owners concerning contractual issues or financial matters.
• Inspected finished projects to guarantee quality control compliance.
• Developed detailed estimates of labor costs based on project requirements.
• Scheduled material deliveries ensuring timely completion of projects within budget constraints.
• Developed effective strategies for dealing with difficult situations such as weather delays or labor shortages.
• Managed multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining a high level of productivity among workers.
• Supervised crew to facilitate top quality and achievement of project milestones.
• Sustained safety protocol, ensuring proper, cost-effective and safe handling and usage of equipment and materials.
• Managed sites by focusing on safety, operations and productivity.

At Canberra Clear, I worked with a small team focused on environmentally friendly landscapes. Machine work on excavators, bobcats, and mini diggers was a heavy part of the daily job. This is where I learned the majority of my landscape trade skills.

Which include:

· Reading plans and site set out

Operating machinery, e.g. Excavator and mini digger.

Paving, tilling, edging, steppers, and stairs, etc.

· Basic concreting

· Turf and artificial turf

· Stone work

· Retaining walls

· Irrigation and Drainage

· Timber work ( Decks and pergolas)

· Basic planting and horticulture

• As an NRL Game Development Officer, I contribute directly to a number of the key initiatives of Rugby League's Game Plan, including growing participation at all levels and achieving deeper engagement. In this role, I assist coaching clinics and events, run school clinics, Backyard League classes, referee school Gala Days for Rugby League, and League Tag.
• Demonstrated sportsmanship on the field by displaying respect for opponents, coaches and referees.
• Assisted coaching staff with developing training drills to improve team performance.
• Provided leadership for younger players by setting an example of commitment both on and off the field.
• Attended promotional events to represent the club in a professional manner.
• Performed administrative duties such as completing paperwork or filing reports.
• Reacted to complex game situations quickly and effectively.