Shaemus Hughes
Kamloops,BC
Summary
Currently a student at Thompson Rivers University finishing my degree in psychology and seeking to gain experience in the field of mental health care. I have a deep concern for the well being of others and hope to use my knowledge to help those in need. I have a lot of experience over the years working with others and being a team leader. References are available upon request.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Logger
M. Allen Contracting
10.2023 - 02.2025
- Increased safety standards with thorough equipment maintenance and adherence to protocols.
- Worked closely with other loggers to drag timber to loading deck.
- Collaborated with forest managers to ensure sustainable logging practices, preserving the ecosystem''s health.
- Measured logs and checked logs for defects.
- Operated various pieces of heavy equipment.
Tree Planting Supervisor
Waterside Ventures
01.2003 - 07.2023
- Led team operations to improve efficiency and productivity.
- Enhanced team performance by implementing training programs.
- Improved workplace safety with regular audits and training sessions.
- Motivated team members by recognizing and rewarding achievements.
- Assisted in the recruitment and onboarding of new team members.
- Monitored inventory levels to prevent shortages and overstocking.
- Ensured compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Improved team morale by fostering an inclusive and supportive work environment.
- Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
Sales Associate
BC Liquor Stores
12.2021 - 02.2022
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
Logger
Tahtsa Timber
09.2010 - 09.2020
- Heavy equipment operator.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Thompson Rivers University
Kamloops, None01-2026
Welding Level C - Trades
College of New Caledonia
06-2010
Skills
- Effective Team Participation
- Effective Interpersonal Communication
- Consistent Reliability
- Attentive Listening
- Effective Project Coordination
- Analytical Problem-Solving
- Adaptability Skills
Accomplishments
Oversaw the completion of contracts consisting of the reforestation of millions of trees every spring for over 20 years. An intensive operation where I was in charge of hiring and training, supervising up to 60 employees, logistics, designing and implementing a safety program, and working with government and senior members of sawmills. During Covid, I successfully adapted our company to adhere to tough new industry standards.
Maintain a 4.19 GPA
Languages
English
Certification
WHIMIS
First Aid Level 1
Naloxone Training
Crisis Deescalation
FOIPPA
Timeline
Logger
M. Allen Contracting
10.2023 - 02.2025
Sales Associate
BC Liquor Stores
12.2021 - 02.2022
Logger
Tahtsa Timber
09.2010 - 09.2020
Tree Planting Supervisor
Waterside Ventures
01.2003 - 07.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Thompson Rivers University
Welding Level C - Trades
College of New Caledonia
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