Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Accomplishments
Certification
References
Timeline
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Jordan Kemp

Auckland,NZ

Summary

Enthusiastic Specialty Scuba Instructor eager to contribute to the team and customer success through experience leading diverse groups in underwater exploration and education. Strengths include advanced dive theory knowledge, strong communication skills, and ability to create memorable experiences for clients. In previous roles, contributed to increased client satisfaction by delivering engaging, safety-conscious dive sessions.

Hard-working and passionate job seeker with strong leadership capabilities, eager to secure an instructing position.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

GPS Technician

Detonation Creative Ltd GPS LiveTrack & Blipbr
Auckland, New Zealand
07.2024 - 05.2025

Employed full-time as Telematics Technical and Product Support Manager

  • Oversaw the Configuration assembly, testing, and activation of GPS tracking devices to ensure full functionality prior to customer dispatch.
  • Managed inventory of GPS units, SIM cards, accessories, and packaging materials, coordinating logistics for online sales and timely customer delivery.
  • Provided end-to-end customer support, including device installation in vehicles/assets and guidance on using web and mobile tracking software.
  • Diagnosed and resolved customer issues by identifying root causes and delivering clear, actionable solutions.
  • Proactively educated customers to improve their understanding of the system and reduce recurring support queries.

PADI Dive Instructor

Tusa Reef Tours
Cairns, Queensland
05.2023 - 12.2023
  • Delivered exceptional customer service during reef tours on Tusa 6.
  • Guided certified divers and conducted Discover Scuba Diving experiences and snorkel tours.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop resources enhancing guest and student experiences.
  • Operated tenders and moored boats efficiently to ensure safety and convenience.
  • Organized and coordinated group dives, ensuring that everyone was safe and had a positive experience.
  • Educated new divers on different marine life found in local waters, helping them become more knowledgeable about ocean conservation efforts.

PADI Dive Instructor

Divers Den (Entrada)
Cairns, Queensland
01.2023 - 12.2023
  • Served as senior crew dive instructor on Aqua Quest day boat, leading training programs.
  • Developed lesson plans for open water certification, advanced courses, and specialty certifications.
  • Provided one-on-one mentorship, enhancing confidence for newly certified divers.
  • Assessed student needs based on qualifications and abilities to tailor instruction.
  • Gained experience in mooring boats and operating tenders efficiently.
  • Cultivated positive relationships with students, parents, colleagues, and administrators.
  • Worked extensively on liveaboards, ensuring safety and adherence to protocols.

Swimming Instructor

AUT millennium Sport and Health
, Auckland
08.2019 - 08.2020
  • Developed tailored lesson plans to address individual student needs.
  • Conducted assessments to evaluate swimmer abilities and progress.
  • Instructed swimmers on technique, stroke development, and water safety principles.
  • Demonstrated swimming skills while providing corrective feedback to enhance performance.
  • Enforced pool rules and safety regulations to ensure a secure environment.
  • Maintained a safe and enjoyable learning atmosphere for all students.
  • Actively addressed customer concerns with prompt and effective solutions.

Learn to Swim Instructor

Auckland Council
, Auckland
07.2017 - 07.2019
  • Instructed students of varying ages and skill levels in daily swim techniques.
  • Monitored student progress, provided feedback, and adjusted instruction methods accordingly.
  • Established strong relationships with swimmers through effective communication strategies.
  • Utilized teaching aids such as kickboards, diving rings, and fins to enhance learning.
  • Prepared and organized equipment prior to each class, ensuring proper storage afterwards.
  • Demonstrated patience and enthusiasm to engage learners of all ages and abilities.
  • Taught fundamental swimming skills including floating, treading water, stroke techniques, and diving.

Education

Diploma - Professional Scuba Instruction

Auckland Scuba
Auckland, NZ
12-2022

High School Diploma -

Westlake Girls High School
Auckland
12-2018

Bachelor of Arts - Criminology And Psychology

Auckland University of Technology
Auckland, NZ

Skills

  • Group and individual instruction
  • Adaptive teaching methods
  • Effective communication
  • Customer service orientation
  • Diving specialties
  • Nitrox and deep diving proficiency
  • Wreck and search recovery expertise
  • Oxygen provider certification
  • Air purity certification
  • Rescue diver certification
  • Swimming teaching qualification
  • boat and live aboard experience

Affiliations

  • Equestrian Riding.
  • Motorbike riding
  • Travel and exploration
  • Watersports and hiking

Accomplishments

  • Tournament team, New Zealand, water polo, 2016
  • Bronze NZSS Division Girls' Water Polo 2016
  • Sporting Excellence Award (Gold Team Award), (National Champion)
  • New Zealand water polo national representative (2016-2018)
  • Water polo coach - Takapuna Normala Intermediate (U12 - U14) - U14 Hibiscus Coast water polo team (national champions)

Certification

  • PADI specialty instructor
  • Deep dive specialty instructor
  • Wreck dive specialty instructor
  • Night dive specialty instructor
  • Enriched air specialty instructor
  • Search and recover specialty instructor
  • PADI Open Water Scuba Instructor
  • PADI Divemaster
  • PADI Emergency Response Instructor (EFR)
  • Diploma in Professional Scuba Instruction
  • Air purity: air fillers certificate
  • SNZ STA swimming teaching qualification

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

GPS Technician

Detonation Creative Ltd GPS LiveTrack & Blipbr
07.2024 - 05.2025

PADI Dive Instructor

Tusa Reef Tours
05.2023 - 12.2023

PADI Dive Instructor

Divers Den (Entrada)
01.2023 - 12.2023

Swimming Instructor

AUT millennium Sport and Health
08.2019 - 08.2020

Learn to Swim Instructor

Auckland Council
07.2017 - 07.2019

Diploma - Professional Scuba Instruction

Auckland Scuba

High School Diploma -

Westlake Girls High School

Bachelor of Arts - Criminology And Psychology

Auckland University of Technology
Jordan Kemp