Deaf Connect | Newcastle, NSW

July 2023-Current

Portfolio Manager

• Established the Deaf Connect Portfolio Office from the ground up for 20 different departments

• Coached and mentored team members to inspire highest contribution through talent acknowledgment.

• Identify KPIs across the portfolio.

• Guided and mentored project managers to define project scope, timelines, resources and requirements.

• Worked with the executive team to create strategic decision-making in situations with limited information and tight time constraints.

• Led project planning and development, quality control and final review to control milestones and deliverables.

• Evaluated data and conducted ROI analyses to measure success of programs and projects.

• Produced and submitted comprehensive project schedules and updates to management.

• Reviewed and approved or denied outside contractor agreements, expenses, and invoicing.

• Tracked execution of key milestones, communicating potential issues and roadblocks.

• Liaised with project stakeholders concerning project details and deliverables.

Jacobs Engineering | Lemon Tree Passage, New South Wales

June 2022-Current

Senior archaeologist

• Developed and tested data acquisition methods and recorded findings.

• Developed and investigated theories involving origins of cultures and objects.

• Collected, labeled and stored artifacts made of stone, bone, metal and other materials.

• Cleaned and restored artifacts, documenting specific characteristics and preserving for storage or display.

• Explained history of different cultures from physical and social statements through peer-reviewed papers and other academic writings.

• Wrote about and presented research findings for various specialized and general audiences.

• Conducted environmental impact assessments and recommended corrective action.

• Issued guidance on compliance with applicable environmental regulations.

• Worked simultaneously on multiple projects and generated regular status updates.

• Cultivated opportunities through strong customer relationships and industry partnerships.

• Advised and supported governmental agencies and community groups.

• Established and maintained strong working relationships with external associates, clientele and community members.

• Diffused tense situations between parties using remediation techniques to keep projects on track.

EMM Consulting | Sydney, NSW

January 2017-June 2022

Archaeologist

• Compared archeological dig findings from multiple sites and analyzed data to detect differences and similarities.

• Supervised teams and individuals, giving feedback on performance and setting goals for improvement.

• Developed GIS systems to document cartographic distribution of languages, cultural and natural resources and settlement patterns.

• Developed and investigated theories involving the movement patterns of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.

• Worked within the Government space, including Defence and Schools. 

• Coached new employees struggling with specific tasks. Particularly neurodivergent team members of which there is a high amount in Archaeology.

• Bolstered employee morale and performance of direct reports through clear and transparent communications.

• Onboarded new hires and mentored each side-by-side to build high-performing team.

• Supported teams to achieve department goals and objectives.

• Spearheaded the companies first Reconciliation Action Plan. 

Free Thinking Horsemanship

March 2006-July 2020

Head Trainer

• Developed, interpreted and helped optimize risk management policies.

• Helped keep operations in line with organizational missions and in compliance with regulations with continuous risk monitoring strategies.

• Prepared and maintained regular, thorough risk profiles for various areas of operations.

• Improved guest experiences by working with entertainment team on full-scale production changes.

• Developed new routines for young and wild horse performances.

• Engaged audience members with memorable, interesting performances at diverse events.

• Assisted with developing, planning and implementing strategies to promote large- and small-scale events.

• Promoted events through targeted social media campaigns, brand ambassador partnerships and email newsletters.

• Elevated event staff performance with skilled leadership, motivation and discipline.

• Brought in guests with effective marketing strategies targeting specific demographics.

• Improved future events based on strengths and weaknesses of previous event plans.

Fabtex | Stapylton , QLD

January 2000-June 2017

Director of Operations

• Fabtex is a small automotive and marine upholstery supply company located in QLD. 

• Monitored and directed revenue cycle, operating budget and cost variance resolution.

• Evaluated organizational performance through metrics and utilized insights to drive action.

• Reviewed reporting from departments to determine efficacy of communication and productivity.

• Developed and implemented guidelines for employee evaluations, recruitment and promotion.

• Led strategic initiatives to improve scalability, agility and efficiency.

• Drove cost-reduction through waste-minimizing practices, strong inventory control and meticulous vendor selection.

• Worked with HR department to recruit candidates, improving company operations.

• Utilized performance improvement plans and other development tools to grow team.

• Predicted emerging operations needs and developed innovative solutions to meet.

• Built strong, resilient team by identifying and onboarding highly qualified candidates for key positions.

• Established clear expectations and objectives for team members and helped each achieve goals.

• Delivered products of consistent quality to customers by working directly with vendors on delivery and production issues.

• Coordinated financial or budget activities to fund operations and maximize investments.

• Conducted periodic performance reviews to assess employee performance.

• Reviewed financial statements and activity reports to measure productivity or goal achievement.