Objective
Gain experience and make money to continue my education in Marine Biology and Aquaculture!
Experience
Personal Accomplishments:
Obtaining acceptance and traveling half way around the world to attend James Cook University in Townsville Australia to study for my Bachelor of Science Degree in Marine Biology & Aquaculture at the age of 20. Looking forward to obtaining my degree in December 2006.
Being part of a research activity team with James Cook University where we snorkeled and charted reefs on the Great Barrier Reef.
Obtaining my Recreational Open Water Diver Certification.
Perceived as a diverse individual, with excellent social and working skills, have the ability to work with a wide range of people, various cultures and to work on my own or in a team environment.
Work
Experience
2004 - 2005 Townsville Turf Club Townsville, Australia
Bartender – Cluden Park
Responsibilities;
? Serving drinks and handling money on race days and other functional events.
? Cleaning and assisting in closing down area after event end.
? Clearing tables of glasses and rubbish through out the day.
Work
Experience
2004 L&R Collins Banana Farm Tully, Australia
Banana Picking – Labor work
Responsibilities;
? Picking and carrying banana punches to trailers.
? De-leafing banana tree of dieing leaves.
? Clearing and fixing irrigation lines in fields.
Work
Experience
2003 CitiBeach Townsville, Australia
Beach Volleyball – Umpire
Responsibilities;
? Umpiring beginner, intermediate and professional teams, including grand finals.
? Promoting fun and friendly atmosphere and helping teams where appropriate.
? Cleaning and assisting in closing up area at end of workday.
Work
Experience
2002 Laurin and Company Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Construction - General Laborer
Responsibilities;
? Building walls, floors and roofs.
? Demolition of walls and flooring.
? Safe removal of reclaimable building material (wiring, light fixtures, heating/cooling
ducts, etc.).
? Loading/unloading construction vehicles (cement blocks, lumber, wiring, etc.).
? General clean-up of job sites.
Construction - Site Safety Supervisor
Successfully promoted to Site Safety Supervisor.
Responsibilities included;
? Ensuring the safety and well-being of construction workers.
? Routinely patrolled the construction sites noting and reporting any unsafe work
areas/conditions to immediate supervisor.
Work
Experience
1999 – 2002 Jack Astors Restaurant Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Buster
Responsibilities;
? Rapid clean up of customer tables - clearing tables of used glasses, cutlery and plates.
? Setting tables for next available customer, ensuring area is clean and presentable.
? Promoting a friendly, fun-loving, enjoyable restaurant atmosphere.
Line Worker and Cook
Successfully promoted to Line Worker and Cook.
Responsibilities;
? Preparation of salads, breads and condiments, in a quick and efficient manner.
? Expediting of completed food orders from kitchen to waiters/waitress’s.
? Cooking a variety of foods, in ovens, on grills and in deep fryers.
? Ensuring quality and taking care of each individual order.
Work
Experience
1997 – 1999 Sunoco Gas Station Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Gas Bar Attendant and Convenience Store Clerk
Responsibilities;
? Refueling vehicles, cleaning vehicle windows and checking oil as required.
? Stocking convenience store shelves.
? Ensuring store and gas bar areas were clean and debris free.
? Promoting a customer oriented and friendly service environment.
Education
Successfully completed 2 1/2 years towards my Bachelor of Science Degree (3 years)- Marine Biology and Aquaculture at James Cook University.
2001 – 2002 Carleton University (Part-time) Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Science
1997 – 2001 West Carleton High School Dunrobin, Ontario, Canada
Obtained Ontario Secondary Graduation Diploma (Grade 13)
Certification
Listing of a few courses I’ve successfully completed:
? Systems Design, Management of Culture Systems and Foundations in Aquaculture
? Aquaculture: Tropical Species and Fisheries Science
? Evolution and Ecology of Reef Fishes
? Aquatic Animal Ecophysiology
? Benthic Ecology
? Ecology and Impact Assessment in Mangrove Ecosystems
? Biometrics
? Marine Invertebrate Biology and Marine Conservation Biology
? Marine Ecology and Environmental Assessment
Skils
Work Experience
2004 - 2005 Townsville Turf Club Townsville, Australia
Bartender – Cluden Park
Responsibilities;
? Serving drinks and handling money on race days and other functional events.
? Cleaning and assisting in closing down area after event end.
? Clearing tables of glasses and rubbish through out the day.
Work Experience
2004 L&R Collins Banana Farm Tully, Australia
Banana Picking – Labor work
Responsibilities;
? Picking and carrying banana punches to trailers.
? De-leafing banana tree of dieing leaves.
? Clearing and fixing irrigation lines in fields.
Work Experience
2003 CitiBeach Townsville, Australia
Beach Volleyball – Umpire
Responsibilities;
? Umpiring beginner, intermediate and professional teams, including grand finals.
? Promoting fun and friendly atmosphere and helping teams where appropriate.
? Cleaning and assisting in closing up area at end of workday.
Work
Experience
2002 Laurin and Company Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Construction - General Laborer
Responsibilities;
? Building walls, floors and roofs.
? Demolition of walls and flooring.
? Safe removal of reclaimable building material (wiring, light fixtures, heating/cooling
ducts, etc.).
? Loading/unloading construction vehicles (cement blocks, lumber, wiring, etc.).
? General clean-up of job sites.
Construction - Site Safety Supervisor
Successfully promoted to Site Safety Supervisor.
Responsibilities included;
? Ensuring the safety and well-being of construction workers.
? Routinely patrolled the construction sites noting and reporting any unsafe work
areas/conditions to immediate supervisor.
Work
Experience
1999 – 2002 Jack Astors Restaurant Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Buster
Responsibilities;
? Rapid clean up of customer tables - clearing tables of used glasses, cutlery and plates.
? Setting tables for next available customer, ensuring area is clean and presentable.
? Promoting a friendly, fun-loving, enjoyable restaurant atmosphere.
Line Worker and Cook
Successfully promoted to Line Worker and Cook.
Responsibilities;
? Preparation of salads, breads and condiments, in a quick and efficient manner.
? Expediting of completed food orders from kitchen to waiters/waitress’s.
? Cooking a variety of foods, in ovens, on grills and in deep fryers.
? Ensuring quality and taking care of each individual order.
Work
Experience
1997 – 1999 Sunoco Gas Station Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Gas Bar Attendant and Convenience Store Clerk
Responsibilities;
? Refueling vehicles, cleaning vehicle windows and checking oil as required.
? Stocking convenience store shelves.
? Ensuring store and gas bar areas were clean and debris free.
? Promoting a customer oriented and friendly service environment.