Luca Duncan
Masterton,WGN
Summary
Motivated and well-rounded student with strong leadership experience and a proven record of commitment, teamwork, and achievement. Head Boy at Wairarapa College 2025, I bring diverse experience across retail, technical, and field-based roles, including over a year at Shoe Clinic as a running technician and sales assistant, grocery merchandising, and work as a civil engineering site-investigation trainee supporting renewable-energy and geotechnical projects. These roles have strengthened my communication skills, problem-solving ability, and confidence in both team and independent environments.
A dedicated athlete, I have played in Wairarapa College’s 1st XI hockey team since Year 9, represented the region in U18s, and competed in a Premier 1 men’s side alongside national-level players. I pair this with disciplined performance analysis, leadership, and a strong commitment to improvement.
I’m passionate about community service, completing Spirit of Adventure, volunteering for hospice, and earning Duke of Edinburgh Bronze and Student Volunteer Army Silver awards. Academically driven and future-focused, I consistently strive for excellence across all pursuits.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Running Technician, and Sales Assistant
Shoe Clinic
10.2024 - Current
- Provided expert, personalized footwear fitting advice to customers, ensuring comfort, performance, and injury prevention for runners of all levels.
- Developed strong communication and customer service skills through engaging with a wide range of clients and understanding their unique needs.
- Built product knowledge across multiple brands and technologies, allowing me to confidently recommend suitable gear and upsell effectively.
- Worked efficiently in a team environment, contributing to daily store operations, stock management, and maintaining a clean, welcoming retail space.
Site Investigation Trainee (Civil Engineering)
EQO NZ
05.2024 - Current
- Mapped out housing sites efficiently and ran scientific tests to estimate soil strength
- This involved specific calculations, hours of driving, heavy lifting, problem solving skills and knowledge.
Till Operator, and Shelf Stocker
Reduce to Clear
03.2023 - 10.2024
- Maintained a well-organized workspace for improved efficiency during busy periods.
- Collaborated with colleagues to maintain a organize stock and display it invitingly store environment and enhance the overall shopping experience for customers.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient and accurate transactions at the till.
- Demonstrated excellent multitasking abilities by managing checkout during peak hours.
- Good at problem solving skills.
Education
National Certificate of Educational Achievement -
Wairarapa College
Masterton, NZ10-2025
Skills
- Leadership
- Resilience
- Discipline
- Teamwork
- Adaptability
- Initiative
- Communication
Accomplishments
- NCEA Level 1 & 2 Excellence Endorsements
- Head Prefect of Wairarapa College 2025
- Duke of Edinburgh Award .
- SVA Awards – Bronze & Silver – Recognised for significant community volunteering and service leadership.
- WaiCol Cross-Country Winner 2024
- 1st XI Hockey Player (Years 9–13)
- Wairarapa U18 Representative Hockey
- Premier 1 Men’s Hockey Player – Played alongside national-level and high-performance athletes, and won the competition (2025)!
- Spirit of Adventure Graduate
- Student Volunteer Army Silver Leader – Contributed 100+ service hours and supported community initiatives.
- Shoe Clinic Sales & Running Technician (1+ Year)
- Renewable Energy & Geotechnical Site Investigation Trainee
Certification
- Defensive Driving certificate
- Full license
- Comprehensive First Aid Course
Timeline
Running Technician, and Sales Assistant
Shoe Clinic
10.2024 - Current
Site Investigation Trainee (Civil Engineering)
EQO NZ
05.2024 - Current
Till Operator, and Shelf Stocker
Reduce to Clear
03.2023 - 10.2024
National Certificate of Educational Achievement -
Wairarapa College