Finnlay Hatfull-Njenga
Kensington,WHG
Summary
I am a dedicated, hardworking young man who takes pride in all the work that I do. I work hard to complete all tasks at high quality and efficiency by whatever deadline I am given. I am quite an ambitious and competitive person, which motivates me to perform at my best to get any task done at the highest standards. I am prepared to work under pressure; I am a very social and confident person, which makes working individually and with others no challenge. I'm always looking for new challenges so that I can gain new skills and knowledge to better myself and improve. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience. I plan to travel and want to pick up skills and experiences that benefit me all around the world.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Beekeeper
Gavins Apiaries
titoki, whangarei
09.2024 - 07.2025
- Collected honey for processing and packaging operations.
- Assisted in setting up and relocating bee colonies as needed.
- Applied safe and effective pest management techniques in hives.
- Maintained equipment, including smokers and extractors, for optimal performance.
- Removed harvested honeycombs to extract honey for bottling.
- Performed maintenance tasks such as painting boxes or replacing broken parts.
- Collected wax from hives to create candles or other products for sale.
- Checked for varroa mites using sticky boards or alcohol wash methods.
- Followed food safety guidelines when harvesting and processing honey to avoid impurities.
Carpentry Apprentice
Virgo Homes
tikipunga, whangarei
01.2021 - 04.2023
- Built over 100 houses for Summerset Retirement Village.
- Assisted in framing and installing structures for residential construction projects.
- Operated hand and power tools to complete carpentry tasks efficiently.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure quality workmanship on all projects.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment to promote safety standards.
- Followed blueprints and technical drawings to accurately cut materials.
- Secured materials and fixtures, ensuring proper installation during projects.
- Supported senior carpenters in troubleshooting issues on job sites effectively.
- Learned building codes and regulations to ensure compliance in construction practices.
- Installed doors, windows, stairs, cabinets, shelves and trim.
- Encouraged feedback from foreman and trade workers on site to incorporate suggestions into later work.
Education
NCEA Level 1 and 2 -
Whanharei Boys High School
Whangarei, NZ01-2021
Physical Education Level 1 - Endorsed with Excellence
Whangarei Boys High School
Whangarei, NZ01-2021
Carpentry apprenticeship - Carpentry
BCITO
Whangarei, NZSkills
- Health and safety risk assessment
- First aid management
- MIG welding
- Metal fabrication
- Gas welding
- Lathe work
- Report writing
- Building knowledge
- Honey extraction
- Equipment maintenance
- Hive relocation
- Construction techniques
- Team collaboration
- Blueprint reading
- Safety compliance
- Quality control
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Effective communication
- Beekeeping
- Protective gear use
- Interpersonal skills
- Multitasking Abilities
- Written communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
Work Reference
Neihana Pickering, Licensed Builder, 022 411 2882
Work reference
Liam Gavin, Gavins Apiaries, 0211208306
References
Ian Haynes, WBHS ENAC Teacher, i.haynes@wbhs.school.nz, 0274 355077
Accomplishments
- NCEA Level 1 and 2
- Physical education level 1, endorsed with excellence
- Young Player of the Year Award and player of the year award 2023 for football at F.C. Whangarei
Attributes And Abilities
I am a dedicated, hardworking young man who takes pride in all work that I do. I work hard to complete all tasks at a high quality and efficiency by whatever deadline that I am given. I am quite an ambitious and competitive person which motivates me to perform at my best to get any task done at the highest standards. I am prepared to work under pressure, and I am a very social and confident person which makes working individually and with others no challenge. I'm always looking for new challenges so that I can gain new skills and knowledge to better and improve myself.
Timeline
Beekeeper
Gavins Apiaries
09.2024 - 07.2025
Carpentry Apprentice
Virgo Homes
01.2021 - 04.2023
NCEA Level 1 and 2 -
Whanharei Boys High School
Physical Education Level 1 - Endorsed with Excellence
Whangarei Boys High School
Carpentry apprenticeship - Carpentry
BCITO
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