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Lisa D’Alessio

Shellharbour

Summary

Adaptable and environmentally conscious professional with a strong background in customer service, retail operations, and team leadership. Experienced in guiding and managing groups, problem-solving in dynamic environments, and delivering clear communication under pressure. Committed to conservation and sustainable practices, with a proven ability to engage others and promote environmental awareness. Known for reliability, flexibility, and creating positive, educational, and memorable experiences across diverse settings. Seasoned Dive Master with hands-on experience in conducting dive training, leading recreational dives, and ensuring safety protocols. Strengths include strong communication skills, leadership abilities, and knowledge of marine conservation. Previous roles involved enriching diving experiences for clients while fostering respect for underwater ecosystems.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Gallery supervisor

Mulgara gallery
Yulara
11.2024 - 09.2025
  • Managed all operations of retail gallery, ensuring efficient workflow and customer satisfaction.
  • Calculated shipping costs for art pieces, ensuring accurate pricing and timely delivery.
  • Packaged and prepared artworks for safe transport, maintaining integrity during shipment.
  • Handled customer inquiries via in-person, phone, and online channels to provide exceptional service.
  • Maintained comprehensive consignment records, manifest logs, and stock documentation for inventory control.
  • Ensured gallery cleanliness and presentation, with proper tagging and display of artworks.
  • Interpreted artworks for customers with respect and knowledge, enhancing their understanding of the pieces.
  • Supported artists-in-residence by managing exhibitions, overseeing consignment processes, and promoting their work within the gallery.

Retail Sales Assistant

City Beach
Shellharbour
03.2024 - 10.2024
  • • Warmly greeted customers on arrival, providing a welcoming and attentive first point of contact.
    • Proficient in point-of-sale systems, completing transactions accurately and efficiently.
    • Followed established loss-prevention procedures, including monitoring receipts and conducting bag checks.
    • Maintained up-to-date stock levels by implementing current promotions, sales, and clearance changes.
    • Prepared the store for both opening and closing, ensuring all operational and security tasks were completed.
    • Kept the shop floor and service counter clean, organised, and visually appealing at all times.
    • Sequenced, tagged, and organised stock to support smooth store operations and accurate inventory management.

Housekeeper

Big4 Holiday Park
Kiama
10.2023 - 02.2024

• Performed thorough daily deep cleans of cabins, amenities, and communal areas to maintain high hygiene standards.
• Demonstrated strong time-management skills and consistent punctuality across all shifts.
• Applied a solid understanding of cleaning chemicals, sanitisation procedures, and safe handling practices.
• Maintained patience and calm in fast-paced or high-pressure situations, ensuring quality work during peak periods.
• Delivered excellent interpersonal communication, providing friendly and helpful interactions with guests.

Online picker & packer

Kmart
Shellharbour
07.2022 - 10.2023
  • Using HF scanners to pick online orders and stacking them securely onto a cage.
  • Packing items appropriately to prevent damage during shipping.
  • Experienced in troubleshooting online systems, label printers, HF scanners and zebra scanners.
  • Reaching KPI’s and keeping up with deadlines.
  • Sorting orders into correct postal couriers.
  • Profound understanding of OSHA.
  • Ability to use pallet jacks and box compressors.
  • Experienced in sequencing stock according to planograms.

Education

High School Diploma -

TAFE
Shellharbour
09-2026

PADI Divemaster - Diving Professional

Simple Life Divers
Koh Tao
12-2025

Emergency First Responder

EFR - Primary Care
Simple Life Divers
10-2025

Certificate 2 - vocational pathways

TAFE
Shellharbour
01.2023

Skills

  • Excellence in customer service delivery and guest relations
  • Strong teamwork, reliability, and professional work ethic
  • Comprehensive retail operations experience, including POS systems, merchandising, and inventory control
  • Advanced problem-solving and decision-making in dynamic environments
  • Proficient boat handling and coordination of dive logistics
  • In-depth knowledge of decompression theory and dive planning
  • Skilled in underwater navigation and situational awareness
  • Certified in rescue diver procedures and emergency response management
  • Accurate marine life identification with strong environmental stewardship
  • Clear, structured dive site briefings and effective public communication
  • Experienced leadership in supervising groups and ensuring safe dive practices

References

  • Porsha Lake, Kmart Duty Manager, 0425742896
  • Chelsea Frendo, Kmart Online Manager, 0449944603
  • Olivia Windram, City Beach Store Manager, 0478112572
  • Kristina Smith, Mulgara gallery Manager, 0403343551

Timeline

Gallery supervisor

Mulgara gallery
11.2024 - 09.2025

Retail Sales Assistant

City Beach
03.2024 - 10.2024

Housekeeper

Big4 Holiday Park
10.2023 - 02.2024

Online picker & packer

Kmart
07.2022 - 10.2023

High School Diploma -

TAFE

PADI Divemaster - Diving Professional

Simple Life Divers

Emergency First Responder

EFR - Primary Care

Certificate 2 - vocational pathways

TAFE
Lisa D’Alessio