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Awatea Dougherty

Rotorua,BOP

Summary

Dynamic and dependable professional with extensive experience in horticulture and machinery operation, notably at Home Grown Juice Company. Proven ability to enhance production efficiency through effective problem-solving and adherence to safety protocols. Skilled in equipment management and team collaboration, consistently achieving high standards in operational performance.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

Orchid Hand

Alarm Contacting

Orchid Hand Supervisor

Pawan

Machine Operator

Matipou Orchards
  • Operated machinery to ensure efficient production processes.
  • Monitored equipment performance and reported maintenance needs promptly.
  • Adhered to safety protocols, promoting a safe work environment.
  • Assisted in training new operators on machine functions and safety procedures.

Personal Assistant

Home Grown Juice Company
  • Managed daily scheduling and appointments for executives, ensuring optimal time management.
  • Coordinated communication between departments to streamline project workflows and improve efficiency.
  • Assisted in preparing reports and presentations using company-specific software tools for executive meetings.
  • Maintained organized filing systems, both digital and physical, enhancing information retrieval processes.

Machine Operator

Homegrown Juice Company
  • Operated machinery to ensure efficient production processes.
  • Monitored equipment performance and reported maintenance needs promptly.
  • Adhered to safety protocols, promoting a safe work environment.
  • Assisted in training new operators on machine functions and safety procedures.

Manufacturing

Thomas Brothers Orchard
  • Enhanced production efficiency by implementing lean manufacturing principles and reducing downtime.
  • Streamlined manufacturing processes, leading to increased productivity and cost savings.
  • Streamlined production processes with the implementation of efficient manufacturing techniques.
  • Streamlined processes by implementing lean manufacturing techniques and reducing waste.

Machine Operator

Freeze Dry Pet Foods

Machine Operator

T&G Global

Factory Cleaner

Sealords

Cleaner

Diamond Shine

Cleaner

Farmers Nelson

Cleaner

The Hotel Nelson

Cleaner

Spark Cleaners 2023

Housekeeper

Waiora Resort
10.2025 - Current
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of guest accommodations, ensuring high standards of hygiene.
  • Assisted in inventory management of cleaning supplies, optimizing usage and reducing waste.
  • Executed detailed cleaning tasks including dusting, vacuuming, and disinfecting surfaces promptly.
  • Collaborated with team members to prepare rooms for incoming guests efficiently and effectively.
  • Identified maintenance issues within properties and reported them to management for timely resolution.
  • Enhanced guest satisfaction through attention to detail and commitment to exceptional service standards.
  • Trained new staff on cleaning procedures and safety protocols, fostering a collaborative work environment.
  • Implemented improved cleaning schedules that increased overall efficiency in housekeeping operations.
  • Cleaned and stocked guest rooms by replacing used towels and linens vacuuming floors, making beds, and restocking bathroom items.
  • Maintained a spotless environment for guests through diligent daily housekeeping tasks.

Supervisor

Kiwi Contracting2018 Limited
02.2016 - 04.2019

Managed various types of fruits across different seasons.

Managed tasks related to citrus, stone, kiwi, apple, and berry fruit varieties.

Executed tasks involving ladder operations.

Handled loading bay operations and maintained accurate bin tracking.

Fruit picking, micro pruning, re-posting post and replanting fruit trees, thinning fruit.

I was fortunate enough to also be a QC & Supervisor working for this contractor.

My job in this position as a QC (quality control) to to re check to ensure all fruit was being handled and maintained correctly.

My job as a supervisor was to give detailed instructions to the orchid crew on how the fruit would be handled and maintained by the crew. I was also responsible for the recount of how many fruit trees were being done each day by the orchid crew aswell as making sure everyone was using the ladders and or work gear ( secatuers, loppers ect) correctly & safely. Head counts, tool box meetings were also frequently done in this supervising position.

Tractor Operator

Sonu
12.2017 - 01.2019

I have also worked with Sonu contracting on and off throughout the years. Covering a wide range of orchid work.

  • Operated tractors to efficiently complete field tasks and enhance productivity.
  • Conducted routine equipment inspections to ensure optimal performance and safety compliance.
  • Assisted in loading and unloading materials, maintaining organized work areas for efficiency.
  • Implemented best practices for soil preparation, contributing to improved crop yields.

Housekeeper

Top10 Holiday Park Hastings
07.2017 - 10.2017

This job was a short term after school job that was also temporary working from 3.30pm to 6pm 3 days a week.

  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of guest accommodations, ensuring high standards of hygiene.
  • Executed detailed cleaning tasks including dusting, vacuuming, and disinfecting surfaces promptly.
  • Collaborated with team members to prepare rooms for incoming guests efficiently and effectively.

Kitchen Hand

Thirsty Whale
01.2017 - 05.2017

Filled in for night shift on a temporary basis.

  • Assisted chefs with meal preparation, following recipes and instructions accurately.
  • Operated kitchen equipment, including dishwashers and food processors, adhering to safety protocols.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization in kitchen areas to ensure safety and efficiency.

Orchid Hand

RTM Horticulture
10.2014 - 11.2014

Thinned and maintained apple trees.

Utilized ladders to maintain fruit at the top of trees.

Skills

  • Safety protocols
  • Agricultural technologies
  • Crop harvesting
  • Problem-solving
  • Task prioritization
  • Team collaboration
  • Forklift operation
  • Attention to detail
  • Dependable and hardworking
  • Safety management
  • Heavy lifting
  • Equipment management
  • Heavy machinery operation
  • Machinery operation
  • Technical skills
  • Tractor operation
  • Chemical application
  • Machinery upkeep
  • Harvesting knowledge
  • Field operations
  • Time management
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Record keeping
  • Horticulture

Languages

Maori
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Housekeeper

Waiora Resort
10.2025 - Current

Tractor Operator

Sonu
12.2017 - 01.2019

Housekeeper

Top10 Holiday Park Hastings
07.2017 - 10.2017

Kitchen Hand

Thirsty Whale
01.2017 - 05.2017

Supervisor

Kiwi Contracting2018 Limited
02.2016 - 04.2019

Orchid Hand

RTM Horticulture
10.2014 - 11.2014

Orchid Hand

Alarm Contacting

Orchid Hand Supervisor

Pawan

Machine Operator

Matipou Orchards

Personal Assistant

Home Grown Juice Company

Machine Operator

Homegrown Juice Company

Manufacturing

Thomas Brothers Orchard

Machine Operator

Freeze Dry Pet Foods

Machine Operator

T&G Global

Factory Cleaner

Sealords

Cleaner

Diamond Shine

Cleaner

Farmers Nelson

Cleaner

The Hotel Nelson

Cleaner

Spark Cleaners 2023
Awatea Dougherty