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Plant Technician BHP Kalgoorlie
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Wayne Zerafa

Kalgoorlie,WA

Summary

Safety-oriented Yardman with outstanding knowledge of warehouse organization and take stock of product. Adept at mechanical maintenance to cultivate an efficient workplace environment. Successful at detailed recordkeeping and working for long hours.

Dedicated employee known for punctuality, pursuing employment options where good customer service and positive attitude will make a difference.

Organized and motivated employee eager to apply time management and organizational skills in various environments. Seeking entry-level opportunities to expand skills while facilitating company growth.

Flexible hard worker ready to learn and contribute to team success.

I also hold a c class lenience

A high risk license forklift truck

Professional youth support specialist with strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Skilled in providing emotional and behavioral support, crisis intervention, and mentoring. Adaptable and reliable, ensuring consistent care and guidance for youth in dynamic environments. Known for excellent communication skills, empathy, and ability to foster positive atmosphere.

Experienced with creating supportive living environments for youth. Utilizes conflict resolution techniques to manage challenging situations. Knowledge of therapeutic approaches to encourage positive behavior change.

Overview

44
44
years of professional experience

Work History

Youth Residential Youth Worker

Outcare
11.2023 - Current
  • Maintained a safe living environment by enforcing house rules and addressing behavioral concerns promptly and effectively.
  • Assisted residents with daily living activities, promoting self-sufficiency and independence.
  • Managed medication administration according to prescribed schedules while maintaining accurate records of all medications dispensed.
  • Provided crisis intervention when necessary, deescalating volatile situations while ensuring the safety of all involved parties.
  • Developed strong relationships with residents, fostering trust and open communication to address personal issues.
  • Enhanced youth development by implementing individualized care plans and engaging in therapeutic activities.
  • Maintained confidentiality of sensitive resident information in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
  • Organized recreational outings for residents, encouraging positive social engagement within their local community.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive support for resident needs and goals.
  • Participated in regular staff meetings, sharing insights on resident progress and contributing to program improvements.
  • Served as a positive role model by exhibiting appropriate behavior management strategies during difficult situations.
  • Contributed to a supportive residential atmosphere by modeling healthy behaviors and boundaries for residents to emulate.
  • Implemented behavior modification techniques, resulting in improved resident interactions and reduced conflicts.
  • Monitored residents'' progress, documenting observations and providing feedback to case managers for ongoing treatment planning adjustments.
  • Coordinated with educational institutions to ensure proper accommodations were made for each resident''s academic success.
  • Completed necessary reports and documentation to maintain thorough, accurate case records.
  • Managed and led activities promoting growth in mental, emotional, and educational areas.
  • Supported and mentored students in developing skills to become successful in community.

Yardman

Sykes transport
10.2019 - Current
  • Maintained cleanliness and functionality of workshop and yard.
  • Inventoried construction materials, loaded onto trucks and delivered to construction sites.
  • Filling of pressure tankers with lime for delivery to mine sites
  • Organizing of general freight of trucks from Perth and going to Perth daily

Residential Support Worker

Goldfields Rehabilitation Services Inc.
11.2018 - 10.2021
  • Recorded participants' daily progress, noted trends and addressed negative strategies to help redirect actions and improve progress.
  • Monitored resident safety and security at residence and on outings in community.
  • Planned and implemented appropriate activities to encourage residents to be social and active.
  • Dispensed medications and documented passes to update individual records.
  • Created opportunities for residents to build and exercise coping skills for common triggers and situations.
  • Worked with residents to develop meal preparation and cleaning skills.
  • Completed bed, welfare and security checks on residents.
  • Counseled residents and provided emergency response to handle crisis situations.
  • Educated residents and families about available services and resources.
  • Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.

General Manager

Zerafa holdings
07.2004 - 03.2016
  • Delivered exceptional client experiences through hands-on leadership of associates and managers.
  • Developed employee handbook, detailed job descriptions and workflow plans to formalize operational systems and procedures.
  • Enhanced operational performance by developing effective business strategies, systems and procedures.
  • We were subcontractors to western power and had a range of duties including the underground projects where I had done submission for the demolition of the overhead assets and restoration of crown land
  • Other duties involved maintanance on existing over head power lines and ground transformers
  • I also was at the for front of the twenty four hour emergency call outs to repair assets that had been affected by storms fire and cars
  • I spent twelve years working my way up to general manager gaining experience with cranes,EWP's

Pastry Baker

Regal bakery
11.1981 - 11.2003
  • Measured, mixed and prepped raw materials according to company specifications and recipes.
  • Trained kitchen workers on culinary techniques.
  • Assessed inventory levels and placed orders to replenish goods before supplies depleted.
  • Oversaw pastry production for catering, pick-up orders and in-store customers.
  • Created all types of desserts such as cakes, frozen treats and pastries weekly.
  • Developed special menu items to improve business offerings.
  • Maintained current knowledge of pricing, ingredients, product availability and current promotion.
  • Coached new staff on policies, procedures and performance strategies.
  • Created allergy-free breads, pastries and cakes according to individual customer requirements.
  • Revamped menus and implemented quarterly updates to meet changing demands.
  • Liaised with vendors to purchase optimal recipe ingredients at cost-effective rates.
  • Carried out daily kitchen prep and closing duties with station setup, breakdown and organization.
  • Decorated pastries using icing, frosting and other toppings, resulting in beautiful appearance and delicious flavor.
  • Maintained kitchen order and cleanliness by moving stock between storage and station in addition to sanitizing surfaces.
  • Rotated and organized stock in refrigerator and freezer to minimize waste.
  • Baked gluten-free and pritican goods with ingredient limitations to meet dietary restrictions.
  • Monitored and ordered supplies and baking ingredient stock items such as flour and sugar.
  • I am a qualified pastry cook and have also owned my own bakeries over the years

Education

Pastry Cooking

Bentley Tafe
Bentley Perth, WA
07.1985

Skills

  • I have had had extensive experience with machinery from cranes and cherry pickers to bakery

Plant Technician BHP Kalgoorlie

Lead Process Technician at BHP Kalgoorlie 

Off loading different strains of nickel into silos from train 

Loading sulphuric acid from tanks to train  wagons 

Load sulphuric acid  into trucks 

Load nickel matte into bulk bags labeling with  client numbers and pack accordingly 

Assist in the day to day runnings and maintenance of the smelter

Monitoring the running of  silo"s and acid loading  via computer 

I communicate well with others and take leadership and safety seriously 

I have my working from heights ,confined spaces and forklift tickets 

I have had some experience on a bob cat and excavator 

For any further enquiries please contact 

Peter Edwards 

Advanced Process Technician / Assessor 

0418 935 480 

Timeline

Youth Residential Youth Worker

Outcare
11.2023 - Current

Yardman

Sykes transport
10.2019 - Current

Residential Support Worker

Goldfields Rehabilitation Services Inc.
11.2018 - 10.2021

General Manager

Zerafa holdings
07.2004 - 03.2016

Pastry Baker

Regal bakery
11.1981 - 11.2003

Pastry Cooking

Bentley Tafe

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