- I like working with my hands and fixing things
- Outdoor Recreation
- Gardening
- Road Trips
- Fishing
Alistair Smith
Paeroa
Summary
Dynamic and detail-oriented professional with experience at NZ Post, excelling in loading and unloading freight while ensuring safety and efficiency. Proven teamwork and problem-solving skills, alongside forklift certification, contribute to a productive work environment. Committed to maintaining high standards and adapting to fast-paced challenges.
Hardworking team member skilled in safely moving heavy loads manually or using forklifts and pallet jacks. Punctual, reliable and dedicated to teamwork.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Freight Handler
NZ Post
10.2024 - Current
- Loaded and unloaded trucks.
- Sorted and organized packages to make deliveries to correct address.
- Utilized proper lifting techniques to facilitate safe and efficient handling of freight.
- Operated pallet jacks and forklifts to unload freight containers of varying weight and size.
- Maintained clean, orderly work environment free of hazards.
- Used handheld scanners to efficiently track and maneuver freight throughout distribution network.
- Drove forklifts, pallet jacks and other equipment to move materials.
Forestry Worker
Sutherland Logging Ltd
09.2012 - 02.2024
- Worked closely with other loggers to drag timber to loading deck.
- Checked fluids and lubricants on chippers, trucks and chainsaws, keeping tools operational.
- Measured logs and checked logs for defects.
- Set up and removed cables prior to and after tree cutting.
- Trained new hires on proper use of equipment, safety protocols, and job responsibilities to ensure smooth onboarding experiences.
- Operated heavy machinery such as skidders and loaders for efficient timber harvesting operations.
- Fed brush and branches into brush chipper, consolidating limbs.
Forestry Worker
Holmes Logging Ltd
06.2005 - 08.2010
- Operated heavy machinery such as skidders and loaders for efficient timber harvesting operations.
- Trained new hires on proper use of equipment, safety protocols, and job responsibilities to ensure smooth onboarding experiences.
- Maintained accurate records of forestry activities, including tree measurement data and harvest information.
- Handled bucking of trees and removed cut-down limbs.
- Measured logs and checked logs for defects.
- Checked fluids and lubricants on chippers, trucks and chainsaws, keeping tools operational.
- Worked closely with other loggers to drag timber to loading deck.
- Set up and removed cables prior to and after tree cutting.
Grocery Stocker
New World Whakatane
10.2001 - 06.2002
- Readied items for sales floor stocking by affixing tags and preparing shelf labels.
- Assisted customers by finding items quickly to boost store satisfaction rates.
- Checked aisles for spills to complete quick clean-up.
- Greeted customers and directed to requested products.
- Maintained strong product knowledge to better assist customers with their shopping needs and provide accurate information regarding items.
- Kept work areas neat, clean and free from debris.
- Maintained tidy and clean work areas to promote optimal productivity and safety standards.
- Kept aisles clear and clean while restocking to prevent accidents and enable others to easily pass by.
Fast Food Worker
KFC
10.2000 - 09.2001
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient and friendly service in a fast-paced environment.
- Greeted customers promptly and took orders to keep flow of traffic moving.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a well-stocked inventory and ensure smooth operations during peak hours.
- Responded to customer inquiries and concerns with empathy and professionalism, working to resolve issues in a timely manner.
- Wiped counters and sanitized equipment to maintain clean food prep and dining areas.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the dining area, ensuring a pleasant atmosphere for customers.
- Restocked workstations with supplies and food display cases with fresh selections to decrease customer waiting during busy periods.
- Upheld health and safety standards by regularly cleaning cooking equipment, utensils, and surfaces throughout the establishment.
Education
No Degree - Forestry
Wairariki Polytechnic
Whakatane, New Zealand 04.2001 -
Skills
Loading and unloading
Heavy lifting
Handheld scanners
Chainsaw use
Forklift certified
Teamwork
Problem-solving
Time management
Willing to learn
Multitasking Abilities
Adaptability and flexibility
Attention to detail
Interests
Timeline
Freight Handler
NZ Post
10.2024 - Current
Forestry Worker
Sutherland Logging Ltd
09.2012 - 02.2024
Forestry Worker
Holmes Logging Ltd
06.2005 - 08.2010
Grocery Stocker
New World Whakatane
10.2001 - 06.2002
No Degree - Forestry
Wairariki Polytechnic
04.2001 -
Fast Food Worker
KFC
10.2000 - 09.2001