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Leanne Skeates

Summary

Presently I am employed by Air New Zealand as a customer service agent at Queenstown Airport. My husband and I are to returning to our home in Auckland and I would love to resume my career as cabin crew.

I have a passion for aviation, customer service and travel. I have previously been a high performing cabin crew member for Air NZ on the 777 & 787 aircraft. Sadly I was made redundant from this role due to Covid 19. My career as a flight attendant was a lifelong goal and a role that is extremely well suited to my skillset.

Previously to working in the aviation industry, I was a beauty therapist for 20 years, working in varying senior roles within this industry. This is where I developed a very strong customer focus and relationship building.

I am always very eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and a positive attitude.

I have a passion for providing exceptional customer service and are experienced working with people of all ages, backgrounds and cultures. I am highly adaptable and have a varied skillset that I believe would be a brilliant asset.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Customer Service Agent

Air New Zealand
Queenstown , Otago
07.2023 - Current
  • Assisted customers with inquiries regarding products and services.
  • Resolved customer complaints quickly and efficiently.
  • Check In for domestic & international customers.
  • Special handling of passengers.
  • Ensuring OTP of all aircraft.
  • Follow all safety operating procedures.
  • Navigating disrupted flights.
  • Conflict resolution & ensuring positive outcomes.
  • Providing exceptional service to enhance the customer journey.
  • Working collaboratively with my team to create successful outcomes.

Dental Assistant/Dental Receptionist

Lumino The Dentist
Wanaka , Otago
01.2022 - 01.2023
  • Prepared new patient files and updated existing records with new personal, insurance and medical information.
  • Educated patients about post-operative and at-home care for optimal outcomes.
  • Answered and managed incoming calls and emails.
  • Verified, updated and entered patient information into system.
  • Gathered medical information, dental health history and vitals from patients.
  • Created and maintained accurate and confidential patient files according to regulatory mandates.
  • Managed front office customer service, appointment management, billing and administration tasks to streamline workflow.
  • Completed claims forms for different types of appointments and worked on resolutions for denials or other insurance issues.
  • Assisted dentist in providing dental treatment to patients, including taking patient medical histories and vital signs.
  • Prepared dental materials such as amalgam, composite resin, impression material and cements for use by the dentist.
  • Conducted routine maintenance of equipment used in dentistry operations.
  • Took digital X-rays of teeth using radiographic equipment.
  • Transcribed physicians' notes and entered data into electronic chart management software.

Airline Cabin Crew - International

Air New Zealand
Auckland, Auckland
03.2017 - 05.2020
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by resolving issues & ensuring outstanding in flight experience
  • Developed and maintained courteous, effective & positive working relationships with all team members. Ensuring a high level of communication with pilots , managers and crew.
  • Worked flexible & long hours at night, weekend, and holiday shifts
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere and ensured on time performance for the airline.
  • Participated in team-building activities to enhance working relationships.
  • Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic.
  • Resolved conflicts and negotiated mutually beneficial agreements between parties.
  • Worked closely with crew members , on board managers & pilots to maintain optimum levels of communication to effectively and efficiently complete tasks.
  • Provided outstanding level of customer service always striving to exceed customers experience.
  • Always maintained high level of knowledge of aircraft systems, digital processes and safety operation procedures.

Senior Beauty Therapist

Self Employed
Muriwai Beach, Auckland
02.2011 - 03.2017

Maintaining & building positive & long lasting client relationships.

Providing outstanding customer care , professionalism & outstanding beauty therapy services

Always aiming to exceed customers expectations.

Senior Beauty Therapist / Trainer

Self Care Group Ltd
Auckland, AUK
02.1996 - 03.2014

Managed a successful team of Beauty Therapists at an award winning day spa - More than Skin 1996- 2000 - This was owned by parent company Selfcare Group Ltd

National sales consultant & Educator for leading international skin care brands - SelfCare Group Ltd 2000 - 2004

Part Time technical skincare educator for polytechnics nationwide 2004 - 2014

Education

High School Diploma -

Kristin School
Albany
12.1994

Skills

  • Team collaboration
  • Confident with digital processes and learning new systems
  • Adhere to safety policies
  • Enjoy problem solving to create a positive outcome
  • Excellent on time performance & time management
  • Always striving to exceed customers expectations & customer experience
  • Enjoy working as a part of a dynamic team
  • High performance & standards within the workplace
  • Leadership skills
  • Teaching & training new team members
  • Ability to stay calm under pressure
  • Excellent with all people from varied backgrounds , cultures & ages
  • Energetic and great stamina working long shifts
  • Fast learner , ability to follow orders & instructions
  • Exceptional listener
  • Passion for Travel & Aviation
  • Adaptable
  • Mature , professional & warm persona
  • High level of personal presentation
  • Always striving to reach and exceed set sales targets and budgets

Timeline

Customer Service Agent

Air New Zealand
07.2023 - Current

Dental Assistant/Dental Receptionist

Lumino The Dentist
01.2022 - 01.2023

Airline Cabin Crew - International

Air New Zealand
03.2017 - 05.2020

Senior Beauty Therapist

Self Employed
02.2011 - 03.2017

Senior Beauty Therapist / Trainer

Self Care Group Ltd
02.1996 - 03.2014

High School Diploma -

Kristin School
Leanne Skeates