Austin Hughes
Apia,Samoa
Summary
Experienced and bilingual professional in the electrical trade with a strong work ethic. Skilled in teamwork, problem-solving, and providing excellent customer service. Committed to continuous learning and excellence.
Skilled Electrician in new home construction and commercial projects. Proficient in residential installations, including interior and exterior wiring for appliances, lighting, and outlets. Committed to meeting tight deadlines with speed and precision.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Maintenance Manager
The Warehouse Apartments
, Tanugamanono, Samoa
06.2024 - Current
- Revise apartment wiring and upgrading infrastructures as necessary.
Perform comprehensive maintenance on entire accommodation. Manage electrical needs, rewiring apartments, and ensuring ongoing functionality. - Provide customer service and office support as needed
Electrician
Bay Electrical Samoa
, Apia, Samoa
03.2024 - 06.2024
- Worked extensively with residential and commercial clients, focusing on the installation, repair, and replacement of lights, outlets, cameras, and data systems.
- Installed, repaired, and maintained motors, generators, and ATS equipment.
Electrician
AMTEC Electrical
Appleby, Invercargill
06.2023 - 01.2024
- With AMTEC, I worked as a domestic/commercial electrician.
- Performed wiring and fitting off of new builds, renovations in domestic and commercial settings.
- Install, repair and maintenance on appliances, fire alarms, and networking installations
Cocktail Bartender
The Langlands Hotel
Avenal, Invercargill
09.2022 - 01.2024
- Part-time (Second Job) work at the newly built Langlands Hotel, 360 Cocktail Bar, acquiring experience in crafting cocktails and serving a variety of beverages and exquisite cuisines.
- Featured on Langlands social media, front-of-house display, booklets, and brochures.
Electrical Apprentice
ETCO
Invercargill
05.2019 - 06.2023
- Dedicated time to studying electrical theory while simultaneously gaining practical experience in resolving complex issues
- Gained extensive experience by working with AMTEC Electrical on various domestic/commercial electrical assignments for four years
- As a trusted apprentice, responsible for independently managing projects, gained valuable leadership skills and experience in handling associated responsibilities.
- Completed apprenticeship with ETCO and achieved certification as an electrician.
Electrical Trade Assistant
EIS
Christchurch
09.2018 - 10.2018
- During my time as a Trade Assistant, I was given a first-hand experience of industrial electrical work
- My main purpose was to assist the electricians with any required tasks such as pulling large cables, tidying up and general labouring work
- While there I took every opportunity to ask questions, observe and attempt as much as I could during my short employment
- I learned a lot and hope to build on the knowledge I attained.
Bartender
Ascot Park Hotel & Motel
Invercargill
07.2018 - 09.2018
- Bartender role at Ascot Park Hotel & Motel for hotel bar.
- Responsible for stocking and preparing the bar for shifts, including handling unforeseen events. Interacted with a diverse range of customers to provide high-quality service. Completed general housekeeping tasks and conducted inventory check at closing time.
Labourer
Alliance Group Ltd.
Lorneville, Invercargill
03.2018 - 06.2018
- Operated as a labourer in a lamb processing facility, responsible for the inspection and packaging of meat products for distribution.
- Completed variety of physical labor tasks.
Cashier, Waiter, Bartender
Scalini’s Restaurant
Apia
04.2017 - 01.2018
- Bartender at Scalini's Restaurant, responsible for customer interactions, bill management, order tracking, receipt handling, stock counting, and daily balancing.
- Developed excellent connections with the team as well as our loyal customers
Cashier and Salesperson
Ah Fook Distributors
Apia
01.2017 - 04.2017
- Performed duties as a Cashier along with responsibilities of a salesperson, warehouse laborer, and delivery personnel.
- Ensured daily cash balances and order entries were accurate and up to date.
Education
Certificate of University Preparation -
University of Waikato NZ
11-2016
University Preparatory Year -
National University of Samoa
12-2015
High School -
Robert Louis Stevenson Secondary School
12-2014
Skills
- Electrical
- Labour
- Customer Service
- Electrical Repairs
- Wiring Termination Requirements
- Efficient
- Client Relations
- Valid New Zealand driver's license
Hobbies and Interests
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
- Running
- Basketball
- Rugby
- Playing Guitar
- Reading
- Drawing
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Samoan
Full Professional
Certification
- Electrical Workers License
- Certificate in Electrical Engineering Theory and Practice Level 4
- Elevated Working Platform Operator
- First Aid
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Maintenance Manager
The Warehouse Apartments
06.2024 - Current
Electrician
Bay Electrical Samoa
03.2024 - 06.2024
Electrician
AMTEC Electrical
06.2023 - 01.2024
Cocktail Bartender
The Langlands Hotel
09.2022 - 01.2024
Electrical Apprentice
ETCO
05.2019 - 06.2023
Electrical Trade Assistant
EIS
09.2018 - 10.2018
Bartender
Ascot Park Hotel & Motel
07.2018 - 09.2018
Labourer
Alliance Group Ltd.
03.2018 - 06.2018
Cashier, Waiter, Bartender
Scalini’s Restaurant
04.2017 - 01.2018
Cashier and Salesperson
Ah Fook Distributors
01.2017 - 04.2017
Certificate of University Preparation -
University of Waikato NZ
University Preparatory Year -
National University of Samoa
High School -
Robert Louis Stevenson Secondary School
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