Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Career Experience
Certification
References
Timeline
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Vashti Hammond

Newcastle,NSW

Summary

I possess steadfast values regarding family, friendship, and trust, which extend seamlessly into my collaborative abilities within a team. Furthermore, I bring forth a keen, reliable, and flexible demeanour, coupled with a strong inclination towards continuous learning. My professional ethos encompasses an excellent work ethic, motivation, a hands-on can-do attitude, and an unwavering commitment to a Zero Harm Approach to Workplace Health and Safety.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Warehouse Storesperson / OP Cell / Medical Stores

ROYAL AUSTRALIAN NAVY
04.2023 - 05.2024
  • Company Overview: A warehouse Storesperson in the NAVY is responsible for managing inventory, receiving and inspecting shipments, storing items properly in BIN location, issuing supplies to various departments and ships and ensuring safety and security
  • I also handle hazardous materials, maintain records, support the supply chain, and prepare materials for shipping, this role involves adhering to NAVY regulations and safety procedures, as well as being prepared for any emergencies
  • Inventory management
  • Receiving and inspection
  • Storage and organization
  • Issuing supplies
  • Receipting
  • Material handling
  • Quality control
  • Safety and security, adhere to safety protocols and maintain security measure to protect sensitive or classified materials
  • Report any discrepancies or security breaches
  • Record keeping related to inventory, receipts, issuance, and any discrepancies
  • Supply chain support
  • Hazmat handling
  • Packing and shipping
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Documentation and reporting
  • Training and compliance, staying up to date with NAVY regulations, safety protocols and warehouse procedure and ensure compliance within the team
  • Emergency response, prepared to respond to emergencies such as inventory damage or losses and take appropriate action to mitigate the impact
  • A warehouse Storesperson in the NAVY is responsible for managing inventory, receiving and inspecting shipments, storing items properly in BIN location, issuing supplies to various departments and ships and ensuring safety and security
  • I also handle hazardous materials, maintain records, support the supply chain, and prepare materials for shipping, this role involves adhering to NAVY regulations and safety procedures, as well as being prepared for any emergencies
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Receptionist / Disability Support Worker

Koiop Connect
07.2020 - 11.2022
  • Replying to emails
  • Assisting with client records and database entry
  • Event management and planning
  • Promoting and supervising with taking medication
  • Developing support plans that are unique to individual's goals
  • Monthly social event planning
  • Creating and managing client service plan agreements and reviewing
  • Assist with personal care, healthcare and hygiene
  • Assist with developing community skills
  • Support activities of mobility and transferring
  • Support with necessary household duties
  • Support to keep the household and environment safe clean and healthy
  • Developing relationships in the wider community
  • Assisting in the development of care plans
  • Secretarial support and/or assisting with administrative functions
  • Community Access
  • Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression.
  • Streamlined front desk operations for increased efficiency by effectively managing phone calls, emails, and walk-in clients.

Lead Educator

Miniversity Childcare
03.2018 - 05.2020
  • Work with staff members to ensure the smooth operation of the day to day running of the Centre in accordance to your Centre's policies and procedures
  • Positively interact with all children, nurturing their confidence and self-esteem giving each child individual attention and comfort throughout the day
  • Assist in the recording of children's development
  • Participate in supervising indoor/outdoor environments to provide safety for the children at all times
  • Monthly observations on the child's Milestone development
  • Monthly Assessment Summaries on the child's Milestone development
  • Perform incidental administrative duties
  • Assist in implementing a consistent daily routine for the children
  • Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current with latest educational research and best practices, translating findings into actionable improvements for the classroom.
  • Served as a mentor for new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance on classroom management techniques.
  • Established strong rapport with parents through consistent communication, supporting their involvement in the educational process and addressing concerns promptly.

Kitchen Hand / Waitress

The Victorian Park Hotel
06.2017 - 03.2018
  • Provide excellent customer services
  • Always strive towards best customer satisfaction
  • Greet customers and present menus
  • Make suggestions based on their preferences
  • Take and serve food/drinks orders
  • Up-sell when appropriate
  • Arrange table settings and Food Preparations in advance
  • Keep tables clean and tidy at all times
  • Deliver checks and collect payments
  • Cooperate and communicate with all serving and kitchen staff
  • Adhere to all relevant health department rules/regulations and all customer service guidelines
  • Ensured cleanliness and sanitation by thoroughly washing dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment.
  • Maintained a well-organized work area by consistently cleaning surfaces and organizing supplies.
  • Supported chefs in food preparation tasks such as chopping ingredients, peeling vegetables, and marinating meats.
  • Followed proper handling and sanitation procedures to comply with food safety standards and protocols.

Event Assistance – This That Festival

Mothership Events
11.2016 - Current
  • Scanning tickets
  • Wrist band access
  • Searching ticket codes if ticket scan is invalid
  • Event map and information

People and Culture Trainee

Novaskill Broadmeadow
01.2015 - 09.2016
  • Sorting recruitment documents
  • Covering reception/Answering phone calls and enquiries
  • Creating Letter of Offers
  • Content management and database and information management systems (GEMS Software)
  • Maintaining personnel files
  • Attending Corporate Meeting/Video Conference meeting and taking minutes
  • Use of EFTPOS machine
  • Filing
  • Modern Award Preparation
  • Microsoft Suite use
  • Participated in on-the-job training, working closely with supervisors and coworkers and asking appropriate questions.
  • Attended training courses to build understanding of processes, techniques, and industry.

Canteen Assistance/Administration Desk

Maitland PCYC
07.2015 - 07.2015
  • Cash Handling
  • Assisting Customers' Needs
  • Working under pressure
  • Answering phone
  • Scanning people into the gyms
  • Canteen Assistance/ Food Handling

Payroll Officer/ Accountant – School Based Trainee

Novaskill Broadmeadow
10.2013 - 12.2014
  • Coding, entering and filing of timesheets
  • Content management, and database and information management systems (Attaché Software)
  • Answering internal and external customer enquiries
  • Contacting Trainees/Apprentices regarding pay issues
  • Filing and record keeping
  • Correspondence handling
  • Use and creation of spreadsheets
  • Processing timesheets
  • Microsoft Suite use
  • Modern award preparation
  • Use of Eftpos machine

Education

Certificate II in Business -

TAFE NSW
NSW

Certificate III in Business Administration -

TAFE NSW
NSW
11.2024

No Degree - Certificate III in Accounts Administration

TAFE NSW
NSW
07-2024

Certificate III in Live Production, Theatre and Events - Technical Operations

Civic Theatre
Newcastle, NSW
01-2016

Year 12 Highest School Certificate -

Jesmond Callaghan College Senior Campus
12.2014

Year 10 Certificate -

Wallsend Callaghan College
12.2012

Skills

  • Strong multitasking
  • Reliability and punctuality
  • Patience and tact
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Creative thinking
  • Data entry proficiency
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Goal setting
  • Professionalism
  • Conflict management
  • Professional demeanor

Career Experience

  • Warehouse Storesperson / OP Cell / Medical Stores, Royal Australian Navy | April 2023 - May 2024: Present, Inventory management, Receiving and inspection, Storage and organization, Issuing supplies, Receipting, Material handling, Quality control, Safety and security, adhere to safety protocols and maintain security measure to protect sensitive or classified materials. Report any discrepancies or security breaches., Record keeping related to inventory, receipts, issuance, and any discrepancies., Supply chain support, Hazmat handling, Packing and shipping, Equipment maintenance, Documentation and reporting, Training and compliance, staying up to date with NAVY regulations, safety protocols and warehouse procedure and ensure compliance within the team, Emergency response, prepared to respond to emergencies such as inventory damage or losses and take appropriate action to mitigate the impact.


  • Receptionist / Disability Support Worker, Koiop Connect, January 2020 | November 2022: Replying to emails, Assisting with client records and database entry, Event management and planning, Promoting and supervising with taking medication, Developing support plans that are unique to individual's goals, Monthly social event planning, Creating and managing client service plan agreements and reviewing, Assist with personal care, healthcare and hygiene, Assist with developing community skills, Support activities of mobility and transferring, Support with necessary household duties, Support to keep the household and environment safe clean and healthy, Developing relationships in the wider community, Assisting in the development of care plans, Secretarial support and/or assisting with administrative functions., Community Access


  • Lead Educator, Miniversity Childcare, January 2018 | May 2020: Work with staff members to ensure the smooth operation of the day to day running of the Centre in accordance to your Centre's policies and procedures, Positively interact with all children, nurturing their confidence and self-esteem giving each child individual attention and comfort throughout the day., Assist in the recording of children's development, Participate in supervising indoor/outdoor environments to provide safety for the children at all times., Monthly observations on the child's Milestone development, Monthly Assessment Summaries on the child's Milestone development, Perform incidental administrative duties, Assist in implementing a consistent daily routine for the children


  • Kitchen Hand / Waitress, The Victorian Park Hotel, January 2017 | March 2018: Provide excellent customer services, Always strive towards best customer satisfaction, Greet customers and present menus, Make suggestions based on their preferences, Take and serve food/drinks orders, Up-sell when appropriate, Arrange table settings and Food Preparations in advance, Keep tables clean and tidy at all times, Deliver checks and collect payments, Cooperate and communicate with all serving and kitchen staff, Adhere to all relevant health department rules/regulations and all customer service guidelines


  • Event Assistance – This That Festival, Mothership Events, February 2016 | June 2019: Scanning tickets, Wrist band access, Searching ticket codes if ticket scan is invalid, Event map and information.


  • People and Culture Trainee, Novaskill Broadmeadow, January 2015 | September 2016: Sorting recruitment documents, Covering reception/Answering phone calls and enquiries, Creating Letter of Offers, Content management and database and information management systems (GEMS Software), Maintaining personnel files, Attending Corporate Meeting/Video Conference meeting and taking minutes, Use of EFTPOS machine, Filing, Modern Award Preparation, Microsoft Suite use


  • Canteen Assistance/Administration Desk, Maitland PCYC, July 2015 | Volunteer Work: Cash Handling, Assisting Customers' Needs, Working under pressure, Answering phone, Scanning people into the gyms, Canteen Assistance/ Food Handling


  • Payroll Officer/ Accountant – School Based Trainee, Novaskill Broadmeadow, January 2013 | December 2014: Coding, entering and filing of timesheets, Content management, and database and information management systems (Attaché Software), Answering internal and external customer enquires, Contacting Trainees/Apprentices regarding pay issues, Filing and record keeping, Correspondence handling, Use and creation of spreadsheets, Processing timesheets, Microsoft Suite use, Modern award preparation, Use of Eftpos machine

Certification

  • Current License, Open License – Automatic & Manual
  • Workplace Behaviour, 2023-2024
  • Hearing and Noise Awareness, 2023-2024
  • Defence Suicide Awareness, 2023-2024
  • SEMPRO APPOK Consent Matters, 2023-2024
  • ASF Virtual Transition Seminar, 2023-2024
  • Australian Privacy Principles, 2023-2024
  • RAN ML-Supply Chain operator, 2023-2024
  • Navy Trained Force Qualified, 2023-2024
  • Mariner Development Program, 2023-2024
  • Lotus Notes Intmed Demand SYS EL, 2023-2024
  • Introduction to records Management – Objective Enterprise Content Manager (ECM), 2023-2024
  • Defence Corporate Asbestos Awareness, 2023-2024
  • Introduction to Finance in defence, 2023-2024
  • Australian Defence Force Supply Chain, 2023-2024
  • SEMPRO Foundation of Knowledge, 2023-2024
  • RAN Electrical Hazard Awareness, 2023-2024
  • MILIS Stocktake Recorder, 2023-2024
  • MILIS Unit Clerk, 2023-2024
  • Combat Survivability, 2023-2024
  • Fork Lift Truck Course, 2023-2024
  • National High Risk Workplace License – Forklift Truck, 2023-2024
  • PIMS Store Operations OTC, 2023-2024
  • CHEMLERT Overview V5, 2023-2024
  • ADO Alcohol and Drug awareness, 2023-2024
  • Battle smart AB INITIO Recruit Training, 2023-2024
  • ADF Suicide Awareness, 2023-2024
  • Financial Education, 2023-2024
  • Our Values Our Behaviours course, 2023-2024
  • New Entry Sailor Course, 2023-2024
  • Survival at Sea, 2023-2024
  • Escape from capsize rhib, 2023-2024
  • Initial Entry Seamenship, 2023-2024
  • Basic Life Support CPR/AED, 2023-2024
  • RAN Initial First Aid Course – completed, 2023-2024
  • Initial Entry Corrosion Control, 2023-2024
  • RAN – CMC Rifle Practice 2 Initial Entry Training Course, 2023-2024
  • RAN – CMC Rifle Qualification licence, 2023-2024
  • EF88 Austyer – Weapon Qualification, 2023-2024
  • Sight Unit Day, Dual range 5.56MM F2 ELCAN Specter DR-1-4x Enhanced Day Sight, 2023-2024
  • ADO Mandatory Heat Injury Management Familiarisation training complete, 2023-2024
  • Mortuary Affairs level 1 Awareness, 2023-2024
  • Defence youth safety, 2023-2024
  • Introduction to the Laws of Armed Conflict, 2023-2024
  • Assessing and Protecting Official Information Qualification, 2023-2024
  • Fraud & Integrity Awareness, 2023-2024
  • Hazardous Chemicals Awareness, 2023-2024
  • WHS for Defence, 2023-2024
  • Annual Security Awareness, 2023-2024
  • General Construction – CPCCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry Certificate of Completion, 2023-2024
  • KYMS – Peer Support – Mental health First aid Certificate, 2023-2024
  • Fatigue Hazard Awareness, 2023-2024
  • Data Validation Course, 2023-2024
  • Defence Issuance and Accreditation course, 2023-2024
  • Moderation Course, 2023-2024
  • Recognition of Prior Learning course, 2023-2024
  • Transitioning Superseded Qualification course, 2023-2024
  • Hearing and Noise Awareness Certificate, 2014-2015
  • Hot and Cold Working Environment Certificate, 2014-2015
  • Safe Food Certificate, 2014-2015
  • Year 12 Highest School Certificate, 2014
  • School Bases of the Year Finalist Award, 2014
  • First Aid Certificate, 2014-2015
  • Certificate II in Business, 2014-2015
  • Currently completing Certificate III in Business Administration, ongoing
  • Certificate III in Live Production, Theatre and Events (Technical Operations), ongoing
  • Employee of the months for February 2013 & May 2013 for Novaskill, 2012-2013
  • Student Councillor, 2012
  • Year 10 Certificate, 2012

References

  • MRS Tareka Chatfield, Koiop Connect, Manager, 0435 319 285
  • Amanda, Miniversity Childcare, Supervisor, 0428 082 980
  • Jack Codner, Royal Australian Navy, Leader, 0432 072 300

Timeline

Warehouse Storesperson / OP Cell / Medical Stores

ROYAL AUSTRALIAN NAVY
04.2023 - 05.2024

Receptionist / Disability Support Worker

Koiop Connect
07.2020 - 11.2022

Lead Educator

Miniversity Childcare
03.2018 - 05.2020

Kitchen Hand / Waitress

The Victorian Park Hotel
06.2017 - 03.2018

Event Assistance – This That Festival

Mothership Events
11.2016 - Current

Canteen Assistance/Administration Desk

Maitland PCYC
07.2015 - 07.2015

People and Culture Trainee

Novaskill Broadmeadow
01.2015 - 09.2016

Payroll Officer/ Accountant – School Based Trainee

Novaskill Broadmeadow
10.2013 - 12.2014

Year 12 Highest School Certificate -

Jesmond Callaghan College Senior Campus

Year 10 Certificate -

Wallsend Callaghan College
  • Current License, Open License – Automatic & Manual
  • Workplace Behaviour, 2023-2024
  • Hearing and Noise Awareness, 2023-2024
  • Defence Suicide Awareness, 2023-2024
  • SEMPRO APPOK Consent Matters, 2023-2024
  • ASF Virtual Transition Seminar, 2023-2024
  • Australian Privacy Principles, 2023-2024
  • RAN ML-Supply Chain operator, 2023-2024
  • Navy Trained Force Qualified, 2023-2024
  • Mariner Development Program, 2023-2024
  • Lotus Notes Intmed Demand SYS EL, 2023-2024
  • Introduction to records Management – Objective Enterprise Content Manager (ECM), 2023-2024
  • Defence Corporate Asbestos Awareness, 2023-2024
  • Introduction to Finance in defence, 2023-2024
  • Australian Defence Force Supply Chain, 2023-2024
  • SEMPRO Foundation of Knowledge, 2023-2024
  • RAN Electrical Hazard Awareness, 2023-2024
  • MILIS Stocktake Recorder, 2023-2024
  • MILIS Unit Clerk, 2023-2024
  • Combat Survivability, 2023-2024
  • Fork Lift Truck Course, 2023-2024
  • National High Risk Workplace License – Forklift Truck, 2023-2024
  • PIMS Store Operations OTC, 2023-2024
  • CHEMLERT Overview V5, 2023-2024
  • ADO Alcohol and Drug awareness, 2023-2024
  • Battle smart AB INITIO Recruit Training, 2023-2024
  • ADF Suicide Awareness, 2023-2024
  • Financial Education, 2023-2024
  • Our Values Our Behaviours course, 2023-2024
  • New Entry Sailor Course, 2023-2024
  • Survival at Sea, 2023-2024
  • Escape from capsize rhib, 2023-2024
  • Initial Entry Seamenship, 2023-2024
  • Basic Life Support CPR/AED, 2023-2024
  • RAN Initial First Aid Course – completed, 2023-2024
  • Initial Entry Corrosion Control, 2023-2024
  • RAN – CMC Rifle Practice 2 Initial Entry Training Course, 2023-2024
  • RAN – CMC Rifle Qualification licence, 2023-2024
  • EF88 Austyer – Weapon Qualification, 2023-2024
  • Sight Unit Day, Dual range 5.56MM F2 ELCAN Specter DR-1-4x Enhanced Day Sight, 2023-2024
  • ADO Mandatory Heat Injury Management Familiarisation training complete, 2023-2024
  • Mortuary Affairs level 1 Awareness, 2023-2024
  • Defence youth safety, 2023-2024
  • Introduction to the Laws of Armed Conflict, 2023-2024
  • Assessing and Protecting Official Information Qualification, 2023-2024
  • Fraud & Integrity Awareness, 2023-2024
  • Hazardous Chemicals Awareness, 2023-2024
  • WHS for Defence, 2023-2024
  • Annual Security Awareness, 2023-2024
  • General Construction – CPCCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry Certificate of Completion, 2023-2024
  • KYMS – Peer Support – Mental health First aid Certificate, 2023-2024
  • Fatigue Hazard Awareness, 2023-2024
  • Data Validation Course, 2023-2024
  • Defence Issuance and Accreditation course, 2023-2024
  • Moderation Course, 2023-2024
  • Recognition of Prior Learning course, 2023-2024
  • Transitioning Superseded Qualification course, 2023-2024
  • Hearing and Noise Awareness Certificate, 2014-2015
  • Hot and Cold Working Environment Certificate, 2014-2015
  • Safe Food Certificate, 2014-2015
  • Year 12 Highest School Certificate, 2014
  • School Bases of the Year Finalist Award, 2014
  • First Aid Certificate, 2014-2015
  • Certificate II in Business, 2014-2015
  • Currently completing Certificate III in Business Administration, ongoing
  • Certificate III in Live Production, Theatre and Events (Technical Operations), ongoing
  • Employee of the months for February 2013 & May 2013 for Novaskill, 2012-2013
  • Student Councillor, 2012
  • Year 10 Certificate, 2012

Certificate II in Business -

TAFE NSW

Certificate III in Business Administration -

TAFE NSW

No Degree - Certificate III in Accounts Administration

TAFE NSW

Certificate III in Live Production, Theatre and Events - Technical Operations

Civic Theatre
Vashti Hammond