Description

 

I have exceptional organisational and time management skills. I pride myself on my solid problem solving ability, and demonstrated ability to use initiative, sound judgement and analytical skills. I am committed to ongoing personal, and professional development. I have proven experience in statistical analysis, report writing, staff training and management and conservation techniques inclusive of community outreach, rehabilitation and ecological surveying.

Education
2015 – Masters of Conservation Biology – University of Queensland

Performed research in various terrains inclusive of sub-tropical rainforest, sand dune based sclerophyll forest, the Great Barrier Reef, arid and semi-arid zone Queensland.
Utilised ArcGIS, R & R Studio, Marxan decision making software and Bioacoustics software to analyse and interpret data in preparation for scientific communication to varied audiences and target demographics. This included conducting a multiple land-use analysis to enable cost-effective management decisions for conflicting priorities.
Developed marine and terrestrial environmental impact assessments which included assessment strategies combined with techniques for impact avoidance, mitigation and compensation.
2013 – Bachelor of Zoology (Ecology) – University of New England

Researched sub-tropical rainforest mycophagy of native rodents across habitat within Eastern Australia.
Participated in study abroad at University of Pretoria, with the Centre for Wildlife Management studying African Wildlife Management.
Professional Qualifications

• PADI Divemaster
PADI Pro No. 379701
• Emergency Oxygen Provider
(Feb 2016)
• PADI Enriched Air Diver Certificate
(Jan 2016)
• 4WD Driver Training Course 
(Feb 2015)
• Senior First Aid Certification
(Feb 2016)
• Queensland Government Blue Card
(Expiry 2018)

Employment History

September 2016 – Current (Western Australia Account Manager – Scene to Believe)

Recruited as Brisbane Area Manager where I advertised, shortlisted, interviewed, recruited and trained 68 staff for 9 locations. As a result of my exceptional organisation, administration and communication skills Executive Management requested I relocate, oversee and manage the WA State accounts at short notice.

• Human Resources Management inclusive of staff recruitment, training, & counselling, and crisis management
• Sales target & KPI monitoring, marketing and liaison to motivate increased sales
• Banking, payroll and financial reconciliation, service quotes and invoicing
• Database management and information technology support
• Freight & logistics management, liaison with third party booking interfaces and service teams
• Client and customer liaison to optimise customer service experience and gain return clientele.

August 2016 – September 2016 (Brisbane Area Supervisor – Scene to Believe)

Recruitment and training of staff, conducting banking, payroll and financial reconciliation.
Client and customer liaison to optimise customer service experience and gain return clientele.
February 2016 – August 2016 (Divemaster – Sunreef Mooloolaba)

Provide exceptional customer service to divers and snorkelers.
Undertaking Deck Hand duties to ensure safety of customers and staff.

May 2016 – August 2016 (Event Photographer & Videographer – Dance Exposure)

Capture individual and group dance presentations in photographic and video formats.
Editing of photographs utilising Adobe Lightroom for customer orders.

October 2015 – January 2015 (Set Supervisor – Scene to Believe)

Provision of customer service whilst engaging in Santa Photography experience.
Managed a team of seven staff including payroll, scheduling, and training during Christmas Season.

August 2015 – November 2015 (Project Research Consultant – Biosecurity QLD, Department of Primary Industries) 

Statistical analyses and management of state-wide database.
Assisting Senior Policy Officers with invasive species register management and licensing for demonstrator and exhibitor permits.
Preliminary note submission for return of operations and licensing applications.

June 2013 – May 2014 (Social Media & Fundraising Coordinator – Alouatta Sanctuary, Panama)

Social Media Relations via Twitter, Facebook and Website Development through WordPress and blog based platforms with some HTML code use
Fundraising through crowdfunding, intern recruitment, grant writing and merchandise sales

June 2013 – October 2013 (Rehabilitation Coordinator – Alouatta Sanctuary, Panama) 

Coordinate rehabilitation efforts of injured and orphaned animals (Mantled Howler Monkeys, Capuchins, Tamarins, Kinkajous and Toucans) with monitoring of animal progress towards release, with continued staff training to promote optimal animal care, welfare, health and enrichment. Formulating training protocols for animal health assessments, handling, and enrichments to promote natural behaviours and enhance cognitive function. Provide statistical analyses of data (with database management) for trends and patterns with monthly reports to executive management.
Assist with community outreach objective including reforestation efforts in conjunction with native communities enhancing biodiversity and removing invasive species.