Burie Lilly
Blenheim
Summary
Community-focused professional with experience in social services, advocacy, small business management, early childhood care, translation and supervision. Skilled at building relationships, supporting culturally diverse communities, and managing teams.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Translator and Interpreter
Blenheim Police
, Blenheim
03.2009 - 11.2025
Support Worker
Women’s Refuge Blenheim
, Blenheim
02.2019 - 02.2024
- Supported women and children experiencing family violence, providing safety planning, advocacy, and referrals.
Owner/Operator
Residential Gardening/Cleaning Contractor
, Blenheim
06.2016 - 01.2019
- Managed a small business providing domestic and commercial garden and cleaning services.
Pacific Island Support Worker
Maataa Waka Ki Te Tau Ihu Trust
, Blenheim
10.2011 - 06.2013
- Advocacy, referrals, and cultural support for Pacific Island families.
Advocate
Marlborough Tangata Pasifika
, Blenheim
01.2009 - 11.2010
Caregiver
ABC Childhood Centre
, Blenheim
04.2008 - 11.2009
Vineyard Supervisor / Worker
Vinepower Ltd & Ross Viticulture
, Blenheim
02.2004 - 05.2007
Owner/Manager
Good as New Gear (Retail)
, Nelson
01.2000 - 07.2003
Teacher Aide
Madang International School
, Papua New Guinea
03.1997 - 03.1999
Education
Certificate in Social Services (L4)
Te Wānanga O Aotearoa
NZQA Emergency Medic
Triple One Care
Family Violence Workshop
Stopping Violence Services
Intro To Counseling
NMIT
TAFE Modules
Early Childhood Practices, Child Emergency Care
Skills
- Community support & advocacy
- Cross-cultural communication
- Early childhood care
- Translation & interpretation
- Team supervision & leadership
- Retail & business operations
Languages
Tok Pisin
Native/ Bilingual
References
- Carmel Hancock – Gateway Housing Trust
Email: carmel.hancock@ght.co.nz | Mobile: 021 0235 1931 - Karen Burns – Open Home Foundation
Email: karen.burns@oht.org.nz | Mobile: 027 440 2150
Timeline
Support Worker
Women’s Refuge Blenheim
02.2019 - 02.2024
Owner/Operator
Residential Gardening/Cleaning Contractor
06.2016 - 01.2019
Pacific Island Support Worker
Maataa Waka Ki Te Tau Ihu Trust
10.2011 - 06.2013
Translator and Interpreter
Blenheim Police
03.2009 - 11.2025
Advocate
Marlborough Tangata Pasifika
01.2009 - 11.2010
Caregiver
ABC Childhood Centre
04.2008 - 11.2009
Vineyard Supervisor / Worker
Vinepower Ltd & Ross Viticulture
02.2004 - 05.2007
Owner/Manager
Good as New Gear (Retail)
01.2000 - 07.2003
Teacher Aide
Madang International School
03.1997 - 03.1999
Certificate in Social Services (L4)
Te Wānanga O Aotearoa
NZQA Emergency Medic
Triple One Care
Family Violence Workshop
Stopping Violence Services
Intro To Counseling
NMIT
TAFE Modules
Early Childhood Practices, Child Emergency Care
Similar Profiles
Dominique ReavesDominique Reaves
Math Instructor at Blenheim Middle School of DiscoveryMath Instructor at Blenheim Middle School of Discovery
Raymond MoanaroaRaymond Moanaroa
Tenancy and Occupancy Manager Blenheim Housing at Christchurch Methodist Mission BlenheimTenancy and Occupancy Manager Blenheim Housing at Christchurch Methodist Mission Blenheim
Katherine HastieKatherine Hastie
Non-Registered Massage Therapist at Blenheim ChiropracticNon-Registered Massage Therapist at Blenheim Chiropractic
Mamatha ShanthamallappaMamatha Shanthamallappa
Office Superintendent at Police DepartmentOffice Superintendent at Police Department
Kirsten CrevitsKirsten Crevits
Registered ECE at Ridge K.I.D.SRegistered ECE at Ridge K.I.D.S