- Horse Riding
- Outdoor Recreation
- Hiking
- Pilates
- Gym Workouts
Charlotte Bray
Blenheim,New Zealand
Summary
Dynamic professional with a diverse background in hospitality, outdoor activities, and travel, offering a unique perspective shaped by extensive global experiences. A transformative gap year in Europe facilitated the acquisition of German language skills while thriving in vibrant bar environments, followed by guest ski guiding in the breathtaking French Alps and adventurous travels across Africa. Subsequent contributions in New Zealand spanned the sheep and wine industries and equestrian roles, fostering work and travel connections across New Zealand, Australia, America, and the UK, along with ski instruction at Cardrona Ski Resort. A passion for adventure and an unwavering commitment to excellence drive success across various sectors, underpinned by a strong foundation in teamwork and customer engagement.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Driver
Wine Tours by Bike
11.2024 - Current
I work on a casual basis, picking up and dropping off clients to and from their accommodation & Wine Tours by Bike. I am involved with getting clients on their bikes and advising them on their cycle routes.
Company Director
Fairhall Downs
01.2014 - Current
- Currently own and co-operate of a 25ha vineyard property, involved in selling grapes, bulk wine and, in the past, our own wine label. Responsible for accounts, using Xero, hubdoc, and budgeting. Have organised wine label design and ordering, deal with sales reps and grape supply contracts. Responsible in organising current procedures for vineyard certification. Ihelped in web page design, instagram and facebook account, wine sales online.
General Farm Hand
Vine Lambs Ltd
04.2009 - 01.2023
Helped my husband in a lamb business, grazing lambs in vineyards over the winter months. Required for fencing, involved in the shearing shed, checking and maintaining fences and water, helping with stcok shifts.
Education
GCSEs & A'Levels -
Windermere
Windermere, Cumbria, UK07.1995
Sports Medicine - Sports and Exercise Medicine
Glasgow
Glasgow, Scotland07.2000
Skills
- Valid Driver's license
- Customer service
- Clean driving record
- Punctual and reliable
- Relationship building
- Multitasking and organization
- People management
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Flexible and adaptable
- Time Management
Interests
Timeline
Driver
Wine Tours by Bike
11.2024 - Current
Company Director
Fairhall Downs
01.2014 - Current
General Farm Hand
Vine Lambs Ltd
04.2009 - 01.2023
Sports Medicine - Sports and Exercise Medicine
Glasgow
GCSEs & A'Levels -
Windermere
Hobbies
I love horse riding, hiking, especially the NZ great Walks and walking my dogs, Skiing and Travelling. I have 3 children and now spend much of my free time watching/managing their sports teams