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Overview
Work History
Education
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Christine Sparks

Christine Sparks

Linkwater,MBH

Summary

Proactive Port Services Officer with a knack for completing tasks efficiently and productively. Skilled in conflict resolution, ensuring smooth operations and safety protocols are always followed. Excels in leadership, communication, and problem-solving, bringing value to team by fostering collaboration and seeking opportunities to improve processes and workflows for team benefit.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Port Services Officer

Port Marlborough
Picton, 7281
04.2023 - Current
  • Operate Picton Harbour Radio to the highest standard.
  • Manage access control systems to ensure only authorized personnel entered secure areas of the port.
  • Conduct regular patrols of key areas to spot and control security concerns.
  • Interact with public to give directions, explain rules, and regulations and respond to inquiries.
  • Update shift logs and produced daily reports to document security activities and specific incidents.
  • Respond promptly to alarms and potential security breaches.

Grader/Forklift Operator

Sanfords
Havelock, Marlborough
01.2023 - 04.2023
  • Graded raw materials based on checklist of quality standards.
  • Removed items of inferior grades from production lines and collected for alternate use or disposal.
  • Completed on-the-job training to learn correct methods for identifying defects.
  • Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing risk of accidents or injuries.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete tasks quickly and increase overall productivity.

Level 5 Laboratory Technician in the Cheese Sensory Department

Fonterra
09.2020 - 12.2022
  • Quality role involving testing products to ensure they met the required standards
  • Liaised with other departments, organized workload, and completed computer work.
  • Maintained documentation on tests performed in lab.
  • Performed testing and quality control using approved laboratory procedures and instrumentation.
  • Maintained a high level of accuracy in test results by following strict quality control procedures.

Client Care Co-ordinator

Bay Audiology
09.2018 - 11.2020
  • Frontline position dealing with appointments, ordering supplies, and assisting clients.
  • Developed strong relationships with clients to build trust and loyalty, resulting in repeat business.
  • Investigated and resolved customer inquiries and complaints quickly.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of product and service changes.

Farm Assistant, Farm Manager, Variable Order Sharemilking

Brendan Caird
01.2008 - 07.2018
  • Started as a Farm Assistant, promoted to Farm Manager, accepted a two-year Variable Order Share-milking position, and later managed a support block.
  • Employed, trained and managed a small team.
  • Managed daily farm operations.
  • Managed daily operations of dairy herd to ensure optimal health and productivity.
  • Maintained equipment and facilities for safe and effective dairy production processes.
  • Oversaw record-keeping systems for herd performance and compliance regulations accurately.
  • Evaluated new technologies to improve efficiency and reduce costs associated with running the farm.

Education

Diploma - Agribusiness Management

AgITO
Distance

Higher School Certificate -

Opihi College
Temuka

Skills

Adaptability

Organizational Skills

Self Motivation

Relationship Building

Work Planning and Prioritization

Excellent Verbal and Written Communication

Problem-solving abilities

Integrity and Honesty

Conflict Resolution

Leadership Training

Certification

  • National Certificate in Agriculture (Production Management – 12/2009)
  • National Certificate Agribusiness Management (Resource – 11/2010)
  • National Certificate Agribusiness Management (Business Planning and Financial Management – 03/2012)
  • National Diploma Agribusiness Management (07/2012)
  • IMPAC HSR Stage 1 and 2
  • 1st Aid
  • Car - Full and current
  • Forklift – Current OSH

References

  • Arthur Hackett - Port Marlborough
  • Brendan Caird - 027 272 5878

Personal Information

Title: Port Security Officer

Timeline

Port Services Officer

Port Marlborough
04.2023 - Current

Grader/Forklift Operator

Sanfords
01.2023 - 04.2023

Level 5 Laboratory Technician in the Cheese Sensory Department

Fonterra
09.2020 - 12.2022

Client Care Co-ordinator

Bay Audiology
09.2018 - 11.2020

Farm Assistant, Farm Manager, Variable Order Sharemilking

Brendan Caird
01.2008 - 07.2018

Diploma - Agribusiness Management

AgITO

Higher School Certificate -

Opihi College
Christine Sparks