Aaron Sears
Mangakakahi,Rotorua
Summary
Dynamic professional with a proven track record at Rotorua Lakes Council, excelling in safety policy implementation and team collaboration. Successfully executed road safety programs and developed engaging training workshops, enhancing community awareness. Recognized for leadership skills and effective problem-solving, fostering a positive environment while ensuring compliance and safety standards.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Bike Safety Supervisor
Rotorua Lakes Council
, Rotorua
05.2019 - Current
- Executed road and bike safety programs for schools and businesses.
- Developed mountain biking and BMX programs for low-decile schools.
- Instructed children and adults in riding techniques, including mountain biking and BMX.
- Conducted safety workshops and seminars to create effective training programs.
- Performed thorough risk assessments to identify potential hazards.
- Monitored safety practices of new and existing employees to ensure compliance.
- Cultivated a positive work environment through constructive feedback and recognition.
- Maintained council fleet bikes and designed a comprehensive maintenance program for Bikes in Schools fleets.
Store Manager
Cyclezone
11.2017 - 05.2019
- Motivated staff to achieve store goals for enhanced sales productivity.
- Resolved customer complaints for improved store reputation and loyalty.
- Analyzed sales data for strategic planning and resource allocation.
- Established a welcoming atmosphere to encourage repeat business.
- Managed daily operations to ensure smooth functioning of the store, maintaining a clean, safe environment for customers and employees.
- Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
- Took customer rides and tours int Whakarewarewa forest
- Improved customer satisfaction through staff training in customer service and product knowledge.
- Fostered communication between employees and store owners
- Completed my goal of over 1 million dollars in sales for a 12 month period
Store Supervisor/Bicycle Mechanic
Midland Cycles
08.2015 - 10.2017
- Implemented visual merchandising strategies, enhancing product displays to attract customers.
- Enforced store policies and procedures, fostering positive, safe workplace for employees and customers.
- Monitored sales trends, making recommendations for product promotions and layout changes.
- Managed inventory levels, restocking shelves and organizing merchandise for easy access.
- Oversaw daily operations of store, ensuring smooth workflow and customer satisfaction.
- Optimised workshop output and prioritised job lists
Education
High School Diploma -
New Plymouth Boys High School
New Plymouth, NZ11.1994
Skills
- Verbal and written communication
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- Safety policy implementation
- Hazard identification
- Leadership skills
- Public speaking
Accomplishments
- Increased numbers of youth taught and encouraged from an average of 800 to 1600 per year in the Rotorua area
- Helped develop and improve the training courses involved in the BikeReady Bicycle Safety courses
- First team to teach BikeReady in Te Reo Māori in New Zealand
- Developed systems to keep staff and clients safe
Certification
- NZ Grade 2 certificate in Bike Safety
- First Aid Certification
Languages
2
Hobbies and Interests
- Mountain Biking
- Snowboarding
- Avid Reader
- Cooking
- Acting and Theatre
References
Lesley Roberts
Manager, Rotorua Airport, Air New Zealand
0210418690
Lesley.Roberts@airnz.co.nz
Maylene Meroiti
027 347 0083
Sports Coordinator, Selwyn School
sport@selwynschool.school.nz
Volunteer work
- Coordinated community outreach initiatives by organizing events that increased awareness of local resources.
- Assisted with community outreach whānau days
- Committee member and Mechanic at the Rotorua BMX club
- BMX and Mountain Bike program at the BMX club for at risk and underprivileged youth
Timeline
Bike Safety Supervisor
Rotorua Lakes Council
05.2019 - Current
Store Manager
Cyclezone
11.2017 - 05.2019
Store Supervisor/Bicycle Mechanic
Midland Cycles
08.2015 - 10.2017
High School Diploma -
New Plymouth Boys High School
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