Jacob Pila
Levin, Horowhenua,Australia
Summary
Comply with any tasks or instructions given or assigned relating to work and safety practices. I have been professional throughout all my working history in dealing with different people of all cultures and nationalities. Always open to new ideas and contributing as a team member rather than myself looking in. I am a fluent speaker of my Samoan language with an understanding of Māori culture and Tikanga. My warm and friendly personality and interpersonal skills to forge a new career pathway and be an integral team member.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Chauffeur
VIP Transport, Department of Internal Affairs
Wellington
01.2003 - 09.2022
- Regularly handle a variety of personal luggage and confidential documents for safe holding.
- Proficiently employ best driving techniques for encompassing passenger safety.
- Take safety routes and be alert for unforeseen circumstances to avoid hazards. Be security minded at all times while driving.
- Well-acquainted with operations at Wellington International and Domestic Airports. AVSEC security clearance in all areas of X-Ray screening at airports.
- Assist Ministers and Government officials with frequent requests to and from destinations and venues.
- Drive as directed onto the airport tarmac for secure transfer of diplomatic documents and highly sensitive mail onto aircraft.
Shuttle Driver
Wellington Co-op Shuttles
Wellington
01.2002 - 01.2003
- Greet customers, pack luggage, and provide a pleasant journey experience.
- Keep to destination time schedule, manage voucher and cash payments.
Installer
Jabber Communication Ltd (Cable TV Construction)
Wellington
01.2001 - 01.2002
- Configure cable installations, and cable connections to tv and security monitors.
- Train new staff.
- Team Leader and supervisor.
- Health and safety co-ordinator within workplace.
Security Officer
ADT Securitas
Wellington, WGN
04.1999 - 02.2000
Mobile and static patrol.
CCTV monitoring government buildings.
Events, venues and public crowd control.
Night and day patrol.
Arrange security pass and bag screening for staff and public in government buildings.
Attend security and fire alarm activation within buildings.
Inform staff and tradesmen of emergency exits within building and external safety zones.
Education
Full New Zealand Driver License - undefined
3-year of Secondary School - undefined
Porirua College
Porirua01.1977
Skills
- Customer Service
- Interpersonal
- Time Management
- Communication
- Create genuine work relationships resulting in professional service for customers
- Relate well with internal and external stakeholders to promote good customer service
- Regulate precise timekeeping and follow alternative solutions as instructed
- Discipline in active listening to engage in concise oral communication
- Microsoft Suite – Basic Level
CUST
- I am excited to express my interest in applying to the position of Court Security Officer.The skills that I bring will hopefully align with the position and role of a professional security officer with the Ministry of Justice.
- Exercise all customer safety precautions and procedures.
- Responsive with a broad awareness of security environment and public interactions.
- Achieve excellence and professionalism at all times while in uniform and in the eyes of the public.
- Excellence in time management and record keeping along with total confidentiality in my role and workplace.
- . My time as Chauffeur has taught me a lot about the environment I worked in at that time. First, I had to gain the trust of the people I drove by being myself and showing the confidence and professionalism in my role. My friendly disposition and character helped establish and forge strong relationships with my clients. Working alongside the Diplomatic Police Protection Squad with regular security training exercises. Learning about threat assessments and avoidance in relation to my role as chauffeur.
- Throughout my extensive experience and work history at times required physical activity and heavy lifting. Therefore I have always maintained a healthy lifestyle and particular care of my wellness.
- This new opportunity and role of Court Security Officer presents a new challenge to utilise and bring all my skills and work experiences to the role. A good listener and patience toward others is the reward for being a part of a team that delivers excellence in a public role.
- I am ready for a new outlook and career pathway.
- Enclosed is my CV as requested.
- Yours Sincerely
- Jacob Pila
Timeline
Chauffeur
VIP Transport, Department of Internal Affairs
01.2003 - 09.2022
Shuttle Driver
Wellington Co-op Shuttles
01.2002 - 01.2003
Installer
Jabber Communication Ltd (Cable TV Construction)
01.2001 - 01.2002
Security Officer
ADT Securitas
04.1999 - 02.2000
Full New Zealand Driver License - undefined
3-year of Secondary School - undefined
Porirua College