Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Certification
References
Timeline
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Alison Marett

Alison Marett

Rotorua

Summary

I am a Full Class 2 Driver license holder with a strong commitment to health and fitness. Non smoker or vaper in excellent Health. Proven expertise in animal care and training, with a track record of successful sales negotiations and customer relationship management. Developed and implemented training programs that enhance team performance and ensure high standards of animal welfare. Experienced in risk assessment and safety training, dedicated to mentoring clients and team members for growth.

Overview

38
38
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Director / Trainer

Reinemin Canine Services Ltd
, Rotorua
02.2004 - Current
  • Self Employed

Director / Instructor

Reinemin Riding School Ltd
, Napier
02.2004 - 10.2025
  • Self Employed

Director / Instructor / Trainer

Reinemin Canine & Equine Services Ltd
, Rotorua
10.2011 - 12.2021
  • Self Employed

Retail & Doggy Daycare Manager /Dog Grooming Assistant

Barkers Park Rotorua
, Rotorua
01.2013 - 11.2014
  • Barkers Park Closed for business November 2014.

Fitness Instructor - Les Mills Group Fitness

Bay City Gym / Contours Gym
, Napier
12.2008 - 06.2012
  • Body Balance & RPM Classes

Sales Assistant

Stewart Greer - Honda & Nissan
, Napier
01.2000 - 03.2002
  • New and Used Vehicle Sales

Stable Manager

NZ Performance Horses
Ocean Beach, Hawkes Bay
02.1997 - 11.1999

Community Education Supervisor

Napier Boys High School
, Napier
01.1994 - 10.1999
  • Overseeing Evening classes

Jockey / Assistant Trainer

Le Ragene Racing Stables
, Hastings
02.1995 - 01.1997

Telemarketer

HB Newspapers Ltd
, Napier
02.1993 - 12.1994
  • The Daily Telegraph
  • 'Impact' magazine promotion
  • Kirby Homecare systems

Relieving Custodian / Memorial Sq Community Rooms

Napier City Council
, Napier
01.1994 - 09.1994
  • casual contract basis

Newspaper Deliverer

HB Newspapers Ltd
, Napier
10.1987 - 05.1993

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Massey University/Eastern Institute of Technology
Napier
12-1994

University Entrance / 'B' Bursary / Higher School Certificate -

Napier Girls High School
Napier
11-1993

Skills

  • Leadership and team building
  • Sales negotiation strategies
  • Customer relationship management skills
  • Effective public speaking and communication
  • Mentoring and coaching techniques
  • Development of training programs
  • Safety training in the workplace
  • Modification of animal behavior techniques
  • Consultation with clients on needs assessment
  • Assessment of risks in environments or projects
  • Skills in organization and planning
  • Knowledge of Canine breeds, pedigrees and genetics
  • Maintenance of animal health practices
  • Instruction for group classes
  • Administration of medications to animals
  • Welfare standards for animals including grooming
  • Problem-solving strategies in various contexts
  • Professional demeanor in all interactions

Affiliations

  • Sewing
  • Fishing
  • Fitness
  • Trail Running
  • Small Bore Rifle Shooting
  • Walking and Hiking with my dogs
  • Dog sports and Breed shows
  • Canine Pedigrees and Genetics

Certification

  • NZ Pony Club B & H Certificates
  • NZ Pony Club - Head Instructor
  • High School Peer Support Leadership Certificate
  • Leadership Certificate in Kiwisport - Gymnastics Coaching
  • HETANZ National Practical Certificate in Clothing and Textiles
  • Duke of Edinburgh GOLD
  • Accredited Les Mills Group Fitness Instructor - Body Balance & RPM
  • DogsNZ Accredited Breeder
  • Orivet Genetic Laboratories (Aust) Collection Agent
  • Approved Microchip Implanter - NZ Companion Animal Register
  • NZ Pet First Aid Certified
  • St John First Aid Certified
  • APDTNZ - Seminar and Conference attendee

Dr Ian Dunbar, Dr Sophia Yin, John Rogerson

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Retail & Doggy Daycare Manager /Dog Grooming Assistant

Barkers Park Rotorua
01.2013 - 11.2014

Director / Instructor / Trainer

Reinemin Canine & Equine Services Ltd
10.2011 - 12.2021

Fitness Instructor - Les Mills Group Fitness

Bay City Gym / Contours Gym
12.2008 - 06.2012

Director / Trainer

Reinemin Canine Services Ltd
02.2004 - Current

Director / Instructor

Reinemin Riding School Ltd
02.2004 - 10.2025

Sales Assistant

Stewart Greer - Honda & Nissan
01.2000 - 03.2002

Stable Manager

NZ Performance Horses
02.1997 - 11.1999

Jockey / Assistant Trainer

Le Ragene Racing Stables
02.1995 - 01.1997

Community Education Supervisor

Napier Boys High School
01.1994 - 10.1999

Relieving Custodian / Memorial Sq Community Rooms

Napier City Council
01.1994 - 09.1994

Telemarketer

HB Newspapers Ltd
02.1993 - 12.1994

Newspaper Deliverer

HB Newspapers Ltd
10.1987 - 05.1993

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Massey University/Eastern Institute of Technology

University Entrance / 'B' Bursary / Higher School Certificate -

Napier Girls High School
Alison Marett