BEN CAMPBELL
Wellington,WGN
Summary
Community-focused Sport and Exercise Science graduate with hands-on experience across recreation centres, community sport, and youth coaching environments. Passionate about connecting tāngata through inclusive physical activity and supporting programmes that promote wellbeing, participation, and belonging. I bring a positive attitude, strong communication skills, and a willingness to learn and contribute within team-based environments.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Coach
Dunedin City Royals Academy
04.2025 - 10.2025
- Supported planning and delivery of training sessions for youth players
- Fostered a positive and inclusive environment encouraging confidence and participation
- Adapted coaching approaches to suit different learning styles, personalities and abilities
- Supported player development through technical and tactical feedback
- Assisted with group management, communication, and player engagement
- Developed leadership experience while helping build a positive team culture
Team Member
Unipol Recreation Centre
02.2024 - 08.2025
- Planned and delivered sporting events and programmes for undergraduate students
- Engaged participants to foster involvement and connection during events
- Supported event organisation and provided feedback to improve future event delivery
- Collaborated with recreation team to ensure safe and inclusive activity implementation
General Laborer & Machinery Operator
United Civil Construction
01.2022 - 01.2025
- Followed plans and supervisor instructions to meet project specifications and timeframes
- Maintained strong safety awareness and personal responsibility on site
- Worked effectively within team-based construction environments
Assistant Hand
RDJ Limited
08.2025 - 11.2025
- Assisted a qualified builder with residential construction tasks across various stages of the build.
Packer
Golden Mile Packhouse
10.2022 - 12.2022
- Worked efficiently in a fast-paced environment meeting quality and productivity targets.
- Demonstrated reliability, attention to detail and teamwork
Education
Bachelor of Science - Sport & Exercise Science
University of Otago
Dunedin11-2025
Skills
- Event planning and delivery
- Logistics coordination
- Team collaboration
- Youth engagement
- Problem-solving
- Customer service
Leadership And Achievements
- Southern Football, Sportsperson of the Year, 2024
- Southern Football, Defender of the Year, 2025
- Captain, Otago University Premier Men's Football, 2024
- Captain, New Zealand Secondary Schools Football Team, 2022
- University of Otago Leaders of Tomorrow Entrance Scholar, 2022
- Whānau Captain, Whangarei Boys' High School, 2021
Timeline
Assistant Hand
RDJ Limited
08.2025 - 11.2025
Assistant Coach
Dunedin City Royals Academy
04.2025 - 10.2025
Team Member
Unipol Recreation Centre
02.2024 - 08.2025
Packer
Golden Mile Packhouse
10.2022 - 12.2022
General Laborer & Machinery Operator
United Civil Construction
01.2022 - 01.2025
Bachelor of Science - Sport & Exercise Science
University of Otago