Kia Ora, I'm Kofu. A passionate, curious and intentional individual, with deep care and reverence for the world around us. I'm here to achieve exceptional outcomes with the perseverance and care I hold.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Gardener
John & Cher
, Nelson
03.2026 - 04.2026
Gardening
Vegetable gardening
Weeding invasive plants
Cleaning creeks
Fruit gathering
Store Team Member
Petal & Bee Grocers
, Foxton
03.2025 - 02.2026
Serving customers
Backroom organization
Heavy lifting
Having knowledge of Natural Health Products, Certified Organic Practices, Nutrition
Packing orders
Monitoring fresh produce
Food safety practices
Irrigation
Brent Hantz Irrigation
, Manawatu / Horowhenua
03.2023 - 09.2023
Digging trenches for irrigation pipes
Assembling and placing irrigation systems
Cleaning Crew Member
Gary's Painting
, Foxton
09.2022 - 01.2023
Cleaning interior of dirty farmhouses in preparation for painting
Yardsman
Crightons ITM
, Levin
10.2017 - 10.2019
Serving customers
Packing timber orders
Forklift operating
Bobcat Operating
Yard Organization / Maintenance
Forklift maintenance
Teamwork / Communication
Physically handling timber
Education
Certificate in Native Plant Propagation -
Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology
Nelson, NZ
03-2026
Plant Identification -
Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology
04-2026
Introduction To New Zealand Conservation -
Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology
04-2026
NCEA Level 2 -
Palmerston North Boys High School
Skills
Thorough attention to detail with a problem solving mindset
Willingness and understanding of when to ask questions
Agile and fit
Ambitious
Confidence
Observational
Organization
Communication / Teamwork / Leadership
Passionate
Focus and composure under pressure / risk / danger
Compassionate / Helpful
Determination
References
Peta Cherry | Owner of Petal & Bee Organic Grocers
Mairie Fromont | Owner of Natures Embrace Naturopathy