JAMES HAWKINS
Palmerston North,Manawatu
Summary
Hardworking, highly motivated professional eager to lend combined knowledge and skills to enhance business performance. Operates well in both individual and team capacities, leveraging seasoned work ethic to quickly adapt to different processes and drive company objectives. Resourceful and results-driven with a passion for growth and efficiency to meet company needs and increase service value.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pick Packer
Coverstaff
Milano Line
03.2024 - 06.2024
- Sustained a clean and safe working environment by adhering to safety protocols and maintaining an organized workspace.
- Reduced order fulfillment errors by diligently following established protocols for picking, packing, and shipping procedures.
- Enhanced order accuracy by meticulously picking items according to packing lists and verifying product information.
- Reduced packing time for orders by efficiently organizing and assembling packages in line with company standards.
Apprentice Joiner
Quality Doors And Stairs
Palmerston North, Manawatu
07.2023 - 09.2023
- Maintained clean workspaces, professional personal appearance and neat vehicle
- Operated hand and power tools with complete safety to avoid damaging spaces or hurting individuals
- Cut and shaped materials to meet outlined measurements
- Cut wood by hand and with shop or site machinery to achieve desired dimensions
- Assembled furniture such as wardrobes, cupboards or shelving units
- Fabricated components from wood using a variety of hand tools, including saws, routers, chisels and planes
Infantryman
NZDF - Army
Linton, Manawatu
03.2021 - 06.2023
- Patrolled designated coverage areas and evaluated terrain for defensive use
- Performed as fire team member during situational training exercises and infantry dismounted battle drills
- Responded to emergencies with speed, efficiency, and knowledgeable assistance
- Established defensive positions to protect against enemy forces
- Developed and implemented strategies to maximize squad efficiency
- Installed, operated and maintained field communications equipment
- Maintained accountability of assigned equipment and personnel
- Remained proficient in vast array of weapon systems through live-fire exercises and familiarization
- Operated a variety of weapons systems including small arms, machine guns, mortars, and anti-tank weapons
- Utilized communication systems to coordinate with squad members during operations
- Conducted security patrols to detect threats
- Established defensive positions in order to protect the team from enemy fire
- Established checkpoints and provided area security
- Conducted reconnaissance patrols using advanced navigation techniques
- Participated in urban warfare drills
- Constructed field expedient firing aids for infantry weapons
- Monitored and reported enemy movement
Education
Certification - Outdoor Education
Military
Linton07.2021
High School Diploma - Completed coursework towards High School Diploma
Hamilton Boys High School
Hamilton12.2016
Skills
- Physical stamina
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Hand and power tools
- Problem-Solving
- Attention to Detail
- Patrolling areas
- Organization and Time Management
- Decision-Making
- Maintaining Clean Work Areas
- Shelving Installation
Certification
Class 2 Full Forklift with OSH Endorsement
Hobbies and Interests
- Cycling enthusiast
- Enjoy heading to the gym
- Enjoy the outdoors
- Going on hikes and walks
Timeline
Pick Packer
Coverstaff
03.2024 - 06.2024
Apprentice Joiner
Quality Doors And Stairs
07.2023 - 09.2023
Infantryman
NZDF - Army
03.2021 - 06.2023
Certification - Outdoor Education
Military
High School Diploma - Completed coursework towards High School Diploma
Hamilton Boys High School