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Amy Giddens

Nelson

Summary

Experienced candidate with passion for verifying safety and security of all individuals within area of responsibility. Hardworking individual with excellent eye for detail and in-depth knowledge of emergency situation protocols and procedures. Natural problem-solver with keen ability to relate to people of all ages and backgrounds.


Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Swim Instructor

Nelson Aquatics
08.2024 - Current


  • Teaching swim instruction to pre school aged students
  • Promoted a fun learning environment through engaging activities and games designed to reinforce essential swimming skills.
  • Improved swimmer confidence by providing consistent positive reinforcement and constructive feedback on technique.

Diver/ Bird Keeper

National Aquarium Of New Zealand
09.2019 - 06.2024
  • Care for residential and rehabilitating kororā
  • Caring for and raising captive brown kiwi in nocturnal housing and outdoor pens at Westshore captive breeding facility.
  • Educate the public through up close animal encounters, public speeches, and interviews.
  • Monitor and document animal behaviour and physical condition to track their health; seeking veterinary attention when necessary.
  • Consult with veterinarians to diagnose problems, and administer prescribed treatments.
  • Monitor and control rodents by setting and clearing traps, installing cameras, and tracking where rodents have been.
  • As of March 2023 I joined the dive team and my title changed from Bird keeper to Diver / Bird Keeper. I carried on with all my previous responsibilities as a Bird keeper as well as taking on a diver roll.
  • Perform entertaining scuba diving shows whilst hand feeding fish and rays.
  • Maintain cleanliness of aquatic habitats and avian enclosures.

Volunteer Field Worker

Save Our Kaweka Kiwi
07.2021 - 06.2024
  • Provide regular health checks for kiwi chicks.
  • Administer medications via tube dosing for disease and parasites.
  • Ability to use radio telemetry to monitor and track wild kiwi.
  • Complete long days tramping in remote areas

Diver /Aquarist

National Aquarium Of New Zealand
12.2017 - 03.2019
  • Perform entertaining scuba diving shows whilst hand feeding fish, sharks, and rays.
  • Maintain cleanliness of aquatic habitats and enclosures.
  • Monitor water quality.
  • Assist with residential and rehabilitating kororā duties.
  • Maintain animal welfare for tuatara and other taonga species.
  • Prepare special diets for animals to accommodate species specific needs.
  • Educate visitors through animal encounters and public speeches.
  • Monitor and document animal behaviour and physical condition to track their health; seeking veterinary attention when necessary.
  • Consult with veterinarians to diagnose problems, prepare and administer prescribed treatments.

Pool Lifeguard /Front Desk Receptionist

Ocean Spa
10.2016 - 11.2017
  • Monitored safety of guests in and around swimming pool.
  • Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
  • Maintained a clean and orderly pool area, ensuring a welcoming environment for guests.
  • Greeted guests at front desk and engaged in pleasant conversations while managing check-in process.


Education

Certificate in Conservation

Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology
07.2025

Diploma in Marine Studies

Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology
12.2017

Skills

  • Strong work ethic
  • Team work skills
  • Physically fit
  • Excellent communication
  • Good time management
  • Problem solving skills
  • Safety cautious
  • Patience and Empathy

Certification

  • First Aid, Triple one care| 2024
  • Oxygen providers, PADI | 2023
  • Full NZ Driver licence
  • Kiwi practitioners candling course, Save The Kiwi | 2022
  • Completed 21 day Outward bound course | 2021
  • Accredited captive kiwi handler | 2021
  • Oiled Wildlife response training, Massey University | 2021
  • Diving COC | 2018
  • Dive instructor, PADI | 2017
  • Pool lifeguard skills award and pool lifeguard practicing certificate | 2017
  • Marine mammal medic, Project Jonah | 2016
  • Day Skippers, Maritime NZ | 2016

Timeline

Swim Instructor

Nelson Aquatics
08.2024 - Current

Volunteer Field Worker

Save Our Kaweka Kiwi
07.2021 - 06.2024

Diver/ Bird Keeper

National Aquarium Of New Zealand
09.2019 - 06.2024

Diver /Aquarist

National Aquarium Of New Zealand
12.2017 - 03.2019

Pool Lifeguard /Front Desk Receptionist

Ocean Spa
10.2016 - 11.2017

Diploma in Marine Studies

Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology

Certificate in Conservation

Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology

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