1. Resume – Alex Davey - May 2016
Personal Details
Address 102 Sheedy Road, Gisborne VIC 3437
Email alexdavey33@gmail.com
Telephone 03 5428 4415
Mobile 0429 647 153
*Current Victorian Drivers License which can be used in New South Wales
Overview
I am a university student currently in my last year of my bachelor of business majoring in sport
management, I am seeking a job in the sporting industry hoping to get involved in the AFL working in
administration with aspirations to one day become involved in coaching. I have experience in business
through my previous employment and current studies as well as a sporting background across many areas.
Strengths
5 years of work experience through many roles including customer service and managerial roles
Strong business background through secondary and tertiary studies
Working with a wide range of people and volunteers throughout the sport industry
Skilled background in using computer programs including Microsoft products such as Word and
Excel and PowerPoint
Well-built background working in and around many AFL programs throughout different levels of the
sport
Skilled at preparing in advance and organising time to deliver high quality products throughout
studies, placement and work.
2. Career History
2014 - Present
Bickerton Bookmaking – Bookmakers Assistant
This focuses on providing those attending the races to place a bet through efficient customer service.
Key Responsibilities:
Ensuring high quality customer service
Dealing with large influxes of people
Speaking clearly and dealing with any issues that arise
Dealing with large amounts of money and quick exchanges with customers
Taking bets as well printing out tickets to give to customers
Alertness of other bookmakers prices to ensure maximum productivity
Key Achievements:
Developed strong interpersonal skills
Improved the skill of effective decision making
2014 – 2016
Hardwick’s Meatworks
This is a meat processing facility with the aim to provide premium quality beef and lamb product, through
both night and day shift production.
Key responsibilities:
Preparing meat for loading by placing on a metal hook
Pushing meat along rails to begin to be loaded on trucks
Using computers to weigh different kinds of meat
Safe lifting techniques to load meat once on the truck
Delegating authority to others about required roles and responsibilities
Ensuring all safety measures are met when using heavy machinery
Key Achievements:
Improved my ability to work in a team environment
Develop leadership capabilities in dealing with a variety of people from different backgrounds
3. August 2011- June 2014
Shelf Stacker (2011, 2012) Duty Manager (2013, 2014)
IGA Gisborne
This employment focused on preparing stock for sale throughout many areas of the supermarket.
Key responsibilities:
Filling shelves and presenting the stock in the most accessible way possible
Dealing with customer needs as well as working on register serving customers
As a manager I was required to delegate tasks and ensure maximum productivity
Handle large amounts of cash and ensure all money in registers adds up
Locking up/Unlocking store as well as setting alarm system
Key Achievements:
Completed Certificate One, Two and Three in retail
Enhanced customer service skills
Volunteering and placement
May 2011
McMahon and Osborne (Accounting Firm) – 2 Weeks
Placement was conducted through high school in year 10 for one week, in holidays i took it upon myself to
go back for another week to gain further experience
Key Responsibilities/Tasks:
Using Microsoft programs to enter data
Using accounting documents to compare financial reports and draw conclusions
Key Achievements:
Enhanced computer and literacy skills
Develop relationships with those in the organisation
4. January 2016 – Present
AFL Victoria
Working in many departments around Football administration
Key Responsibilities and Tasks:
Conducting research on past and present players using Microsoft programs
Talent identification at a variety of underage football events
Sorting through a variety of property and apparel to distribute among state teams
Match Day Manager at Under 16 State Carnival
Organisation property such as footballs, drinks and medical gear for U16 Nationals
Organisation and sending of Player contracts
Key Achievements:
Earned property steward role for Under 16 Victoria State team
Developed interpersonal skills
Education and training
Bachelor of Business (Sport Management) – Latrobe Bundoora
Completed secondary education year 7 through year 12 -- Sacred Heart College, Kyneton
Responsible Service of Alcohol Certificate – Adult Education School (2014)
Certificate One, Two and Three in Retail – Acquired through IGA Super Market
Professional memberships
Property Steward – Under 16 Victorian Metropolitan team 2016
Hobbies and Interests
Australian Rules Football
Fishing
Travelling
Horse Racing
Variety of other sports including Soccer, Cricket and Tennis
Referees
Will be provided upon request