John Colton
Rotorua
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Work History
Outdoors Activity Instructor
Adventure Ardeche
01.2019 - 01.2020
- A British based company working in the south of France aimed to give British and French kids leaning adventures through experiencing the outdoors with activities like
- Rock climbing, high ropes, caving and 2-day river descents
Transfer Driver
Skiidy
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Skiddy Gonzales is a transfer driving company in the French alps they do pick ups and drop offs from Geneva Airport
- Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.
- Completed daily inspections, basic maintenance and common repair actions to keep equipment operating at full capacity.
White water raft guide
Kiatiaki Adventures
Rotorua
11.2023 - Current
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
White Water Raft Guide
Raging Thunder
04.2022 - Current
- Grade 2-3 Barron River guide
- Built personal relationships with guests to promote positive experiences.
- Answered questions, pointed out important features and offered further details about special exhibits to educate visitors.
- Utilized effective communication and problem-solving skills to quickly resolve customer issues.
- Established positive relationships with tour members through fun and engaging conversation.
Scuba Diving Instructor
Reef Encounter
08.2022 - 06.2023
- Met needs of different students by adapting teaching materials and methods.
- Provided feedback, guidance and support to students on participation and performance.
- Monitored student progress and provided individualized instruction to meet student needs and goals.
- Worked closely with students and parents to increase positive feedback from parents and boost overall student success.
Fruit Picker/Farm Hand
Roper River Agriculture
04.2016 - 04.2019
- Picked and arranged fruit following specified instructions.
- Selected fruit to be harvested by studying size, shape, and colour.
- Removed and discarded damaged fruits to improve harvest quality.
- Harvested high volumes of ripe, quality fruits from fields and orchards.
- Operated machinery and equipment safely and responsibly, minimizing risk.
- Provided feedback to management to improve operations.
Warehouse worker
01.2013 - 01.2016
- Names Fienza Builders discount warehouse 4WD SupaCentre
- After finishing high school, I startedworking straight away in warehouses
- I spent3 years in 3 different warehouses because Iwas offered job after helping.
Skills
- Team Leading Catering
- Driving license Agriculture
- Intensive labour Instructing
- Childcare Maintaining
- Customer Satisfaction
- Safety Gear
- First Aid
- Critical and Creative Thinking
- Active Listening
- Social Behaviours
Accomplishments
- Travelled around Europe and asia alone
- Completed Scuba diving instructing course
- Achieved Skydiving licence
- juggled 2 jobs at same time( raft guide and dive instructor)
- Completed white water rescue course
- First aid
Skydiving
Currently just beginning but eager to take it further
Timeline
White water raft guide - Kiatiaki Adventures
11.2023 - Current
Scuba Diving Instructor - Reef Encounter
08.2022 - 06.2023
White Water Raft Guide - Raging Thunder
04.2022 - Current
Outdoors Activity Instructor - Adventure Ardeche
01.2019 - 01.2020
Transfer Driver - Skiidy
01.2019 - 01.2020
Fruit Picker/Farm Hand - Roper River Agriculture
04.2016 - 04.2019
Warehouse worker -
01.2013 - 01.2016
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience