VAUGHAN SANDRAL
Alstonville
Summary
Dedicated and adaptable professional with extensive experience in outdoor, hands-on roles, logistics, and customer service, thriving in remote and challenging environments. Strong problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills are demonstrated through a proven track record in cultural engagement, education programs, and team coordination. Confident 4WD operator skilled in navigating off-road terrain, actively seeking opportunities in earth sciences, fieldwork, and environmental research. Results-driven activities professional committed to enhancing community engagement through well-organized events while fostering collaboration and maintaining high standards of quality and productivity.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Activities Coordinator
Studio Schools
01.2024 - Current
- Plan and lead cultural, outdoor, and recreational programs, including bushwalking, traditional fishing, and Indigenous art workshops.
- Facilitate educational activities in literacy, numeracy, and life skills using culturally relevant methods.
- Organise sports, team-building, and wellbeing programs to support student engagement and development.
- Collaborate with Elders and community leaders to incorporate Indigenous knowledge and storytelling.
Driver
Rhythm Japan
11.2024 - 01.2025
- Safely transported customers and rental equipment between shops, hotels, and ski resorts in snowy conditions.
- Assisted with gear fittings and adjustments to ensure comfort and performance.
- Performed routine vehicle checks and ensured vehicles were winter-ready.
Builder's Labourer
How Good Is Living
04.2024 - 10.2024
- Assisted with construction site preparation, scaffolding, and material transport.
- Operated tools and machinery for demolition and building tasks.
- Supported skilled tradespeople with materials, tools, and general labour.
Timber Yard Labourer
Payne Timbers
01.2023 - 10.2023
- Managed timber storage, customer orders, and equipment operation (forklifts, saws).
- Maintained accurate inventory and ensured safe yard operations.
Landscape Laborer
Muller Landscapes
09.2021 - 01.2023
- Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding, and general clean-up.
- Mowed lawns using self-propelled and riding mowers.
- Removed weeds, hazards, and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
- Transferred materials to designated areas using hand trucks, electric carts, and wheelbarrows.
- Demonstrated skilled use and maintenance of landscape tools and equipment.
Nursery Hand & Sales Coordinator
Growing Grounds Nursery & Plantmark Nursery
01.2017 - 2021
- Oversaw plant production, cultivation, and maintenance.
- Coordinated sales, orders, and dispatch processes.
- Managed invoicing, debtor accounts, and inventory.
- Provided customer service and utilised CRM systems for order tracking.
Education
Associate Degree of Science -
Southern Cross University
08-2023
Diploma of Business - undefined
Southern Cross University
01.2021
Skills
- Remote & Off-Road Operations (4WD, ATV)
- Outdoor & Environmental Fieldwork
- Logistics & Equipment Handling
- Indigenous Cultural Engagement
- Customer Service & Sales Coordination
- Team Supervision & Staff Training
- Physical Labour & Machinery Operation
- First Aid, Safety & Risk Management
- Senior activities planning
- Special needs programming
- Calendar management
- Arts and crafts instruction
Certification
First Aid, Working with Children Check, National Police Check, White Card
Timeline
Driver
Rhythm Japan
11.2024 - 01.2025
Builder's Labourer
How Good Is Living
04.2024 - 10.2024
Activities Coordinator
Studio Schools
01.2024 - Current
Timber Yard Labourer
Payne Timbers
01.2023 - 10.2023
Landscape Laborer
Muller Landscapes
09.2021 - 01.2023
Nursery Hand & Sales Coordinator
Growing Grounds Nursery & Plantmark Nursery
01.2017 - 2021
Diploma of Business - undefined
Southern Cross University
Associate Degree of Science -
Southern Cross University
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