Jamie Austin
Canowindra,NSW
Summary
My strengths in the workplace lay mostly with my desire for problem-solving. I take great pride in my own personal tasks and work quality matters a lot to me. I like to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. I am ready to tackle new challenges and I am always eager to learn new skills and put my skills to use in a team environment with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Born, Raised and Worked on Family Run Farm
Gayton Cottage
Canowindra
- I have worked on our family farm as well as neighboring farms in a range of tasks such as repairing damaged farm equipment, fencing, sheep and cattle work, tractor driving specializing in lucerne hay operations.
- Agriculture is a passion I have shared with my family. I understand the commitment and hours necessary to run a successful farming business.
Farm Hand
Copper Valley Ranch
Fort Macleod, AB
05.2025 - 09.2025
- Conducted routine maintenance on equipment, minimizing downtime during peak seasons.
- Assisted in the construction or repair of fences, barns, sheds, or other infrastructure necessary for successful farm operation.
- Operated various farm machinery including tractors, plows, and balers for efficient land cultivation and crop production.
- Collaborated with other farm workers to complete tasks efficiently according to established schedules and protocols.
General Farm Hand
Boot Hay Farms
Fort Macleod, Alberta, Canada
06.2024 - 09.2024
- In this job I operated a range of farm equipment from JCB loaders and telehandler, Krone large balers, cutters and rakes and Massey Ferguson small balers and Bale Barons doing a range of tasks but mostly producing small square bales of hay.
- I have also been involved in using my welding qualification in doing repairs on broken equipment and building new gear that has assisted in the hay operations.
- Working independently I was a valued member of this farming operation where I was relied on to solve problems and fix breakdowns so that the task was completed.
Snowcat Operator
RCR Fernie
Fernie, BC, Canada
12.2024 - 04.2025
- Operated snow cats to groom and maintain ski trails for optimal safety and performance.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize grooming schedules based on weather conditions and skier traffic.
- Led efforts to improve grooming efficiency by sharing best practices with fellow operators during team meetings.
- Reduced downtime for ski resort operations by promptly addressing and repairing any issues with snowcat machinery.
Snowmaker
RCR Fernie
Fernie, BC, Canada
10.2023 - 02.2024
- Operated snowmaking machines to ensure optimal snow coverage across ski runs.
- Monitored water pumps and water pressure across the ski hill to optimize snow making production.
- Assisted snowcat operators in safely moving the snow making guns/equipment around the ski hill.
- Working as a part of a team for both night and day shifts to make the most snow when the weather windows allowed us.
- Monitored snow pack depth across different parts of the mountain.
Boilermaker and Welding Supervisor
Active Group Pty Ltd
Cowra, NSW, Australia
11.2020 - 08.2023
- Fabrication and welding of complex agricultural equipment using blueprints and building to specification, as well as building workshop cranes and onsite repair work on broken agricultural equipment.
- Maintaining workplace quality control, visual welding inspection of products and test fitting of equipment being produced.
- Training new employees at the company including their roles and responsibilities and the standards expected within the company.
- Running demonstrations on equipment operations and Safe Operating Procedures (SOP)
- Teaching Apprentices and assisting them in completing their qualification.
- Organizing work tasks for other employees and maintaining schedules and due dates for machinery delivery.
- Communicating with contract workers from a range of different cultures and languages.
- Completion of my trade qualification; Certificate III in Engineering – Fabrication Trade
- Obtained Forklift license and Dogging license.
Apprentice/General labor assistant
MD Steel
Forbes, NSW, Australia
10.2019 - 11.2020
- Utility tray and trailer assembly after powder coating, including installing all additional parts such as electrical wiring, electric breaks and hydraulics pumps and cylinders
- Shed fabrication such as building base plates, beams and columns. Also shed erection with lots of experience using scissor-lift, boom-lift, telehandler, forklift and other lifting equipment
- Fabrication of flashings, gutters and PA doors for industrial and commercial sheds
- Worked under guidance of experienced professionals to learn trade best practices and techniques.
Life Guard
Cabonne Shire Council
Eugowra, NSW, Australia
01.2018 - 01.2020
- I worked as a lifeguard as a summer job while I was still in highschool.
- Monitored pool activities to ensure safety and compliance with regulations
- Conducted routine inspections of facilities to maintain cleanliness and operational standards
- Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
Education
Certificate III - Engineering-Fabrication Trade (Industrial Trade)
TAFE NSW
Orange, NSW09-2022
High School Diploma -
Canowindra High School
Canowindra, NSW10-2019
License To Perform Dogging
LDO Training
Orange, NSW01-2023
Forklift License
LDO Training
Orange, NSW2020
Skills
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Flexible and adaptable
- Teamwork comunication
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Attention to detail, pride in my work
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Certification
- Forklift License
- Dogging License
Interests
I have grown up on a farm in Central West NSW, Australia My interests and hobbies have been mainly influenced by my country and farming upbringing, and the activities available in our small, farming community On the weekends, I enjoy camping, fishing, traveling, snow skiing, hiking and mountain biking I really enjoy the outdoors and my hobbies reflect that, I like to think of myself as a very active person and i enjoy keeping busy in my downtime
Timeline
Farm Hand
Copper Valley Ranch
05.2025 - 09.2025
Snowcat Operator
RCR Fernie
12.2024 - 04.2025
General Farm Hand
Boot Hay Farms
06.2024 - 09.2024
Snowmaker
RCR Fernie
10.2023 - 02.2024
Boilermaker and Welding Supervisor
Active Group Pty Ltd
11.2020 - 08.2023
Apprentice/General labor assistant
MD Steel
10.2019 - 11.2020
Life Guard
Cabonne Shire Council
01.2018 - 01.2020
Born, Raised and Worked on Family Run Farm
Gayton Cottage
Certificate III - Engineering-Fabrication Trade (Industrial Trade)
TAFE NSW
High School Diploma -
Canowindra High School
License To Perform Dogging
LDO Training
Forklift License
LDO Training