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Ben Edwards

Wellington

Summary

I am a second-year Civil Engineering student at the University of Canterbury with a strong interest in gaining hands-on experience in the construction industry. I’m practical, reliable, and keen to apply what I’ve learned in my studies to real-world projects. I’m comfortable in physical, on-site environments and eager to pursue a career in structural engineering.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Holiday Work

MSD
01.2024 - 01.2024
  • Located and identified pipe components in the storeroom and matched them to certification records using an Excel spreadsheet.
  • Printed and cross-referenced certificates with physical pipe markings to ensure traceability.
  • Conducted a stocktake of pipe inventory and reorganised the spreadsheet to reflect accurate and up-to-date records.
  • Improved the clarity and organisation of inventory data, supporting better resource tracking.

Catering Staff Member

Simply Food
01.2022 - 01.2024
  • Communicated effectively with other members of the catering staff throughout events to ensure a smooth flow of operations.
  • Provided excellent customer service throughout each event by responding quickly to guest requests or inquiries in a polite manner.
  • Performed general cleaning tasks around the event space including wiping down surfaces and sweeping floors when necessary.
  • Served beverages, appetizers, entrees, salads, desserts to guests during the event as needed.

Wait Staff

Sky Stadium
01.2021 - 01.2023
  • Carried out similar responsibilities to Simply Food, including food and drink service, event setup, and venue clean-up.
  • Maintained excellent customer service standards in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
  • Supported kitchen and floor staff by ensuring smooth communication and workflow during large-scale events.

Education

Bachelor of Engineering With Honours - Civil Engineering

University of Canterbury
01-2027

NCEA level 3 (Merit Endorsed) - Maths, Physics, Chemistry, History, Construction

Wellington College
01-2023

Skills

  • Time management
  • Problem solving
  • Communication skills
  • Customer service
  • Decision-making
  • Teamwork
  • Resilience
  • Hard Working

Hobbies and Interests

Hockey: Played competitively as a member of the 1st XI team, developing strong teamwork, discipline, and leadership skills.

Football: Currently play social football, maintaining an active lifestyle and enjoying team-based recreation.

Timeline

Holiday Work

MSD
01.2024 - 01.2024

Catering Staff Member

Simply Food
01.2022 - 01.2024

Wait Staff

Sky Stadium
01.2021 - 01.2023

Bachelor of Engineering With Honours - Civil Engineering

University of Canterbury

NCEA level 3 (Merit Endorsed) - Maths, Physics, Chemistry, History, Construction

Wellington College

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