Maree Cronin
Toi Toi
Summary
Versatile professional with experience in conservation, tourism, hospitality, water infrastructure, and alpine operations. Thrives in physically demanding environments while quickly acquiring new technical skills. Delivers exceptional customer service, upholds safety standards, and enhances team performance across diverse settings.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Pest Control Technician
Self employed
01.2024 - Current
- Executed pest control and conservation work in remote bush environments, ensuring compliance with environmental and animal welfare requirements.
- Managed daily schedules and route planning to optimize fieldwork efficiency.
Bikepacking Expedition - South America
01.2025 - 01.2026
- Completed a self-supported expedition from Cartagena, Colombia to Ushuaia, Argentina.
- Planned logistics, maintained equipment, solved problems independently, managed budgets and adapted to diverse environments and cultures over thousands of kilometres.
Capital Works / Network Operator
Veolia Water
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Installed and maintained water, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure to ensure operational reliability; responded to emergency callouts and maintained pump stations and reservoirs while delivering professional customer service for public enquiries.
- Conducted routine inspections of network equipment and infrastructure to identify issues and ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Documented network configurations and maintenance procedures to facilitate knowledge sharing and future reference.
Snowmaking Installation Technician / Team Leader
NZ Ski
01.2010 - 01.2022
- Led a team of six technicians installing and maintaining snowmaking infrastructure, trained staff, solved operational issues and worked safely in demanding alpine environments.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues promptly.
- Operated hand and power tools for efficient installation of equipment and structures.
Lodge Host
Ultimate Hikes
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Welcomed guests and supported food preparation, housekeeping, and daily lodge operations to enhance visitor experience.
- Facilitated check-in processes and coordinated room assignments for efficient guest arrivals.
- Addressed guest inquiries and resolved issues promptly to ensure satisfaction.
- Supported team initiatives by performing necessary tasks.
Commercial Diver
Northern Live Fisheries
01.2010 - 01.2015
- Harvested seafood and prepared catch for market while ensuring safety in challenging marine conditions.
- Operated diving equipment and tools for various underwater tasks.
- Collaborated with teams to ensure safe diving operations and compliance.
Education
Pompallier College
Maunu, Whangarei Skills
- Pest Control
- Health & Safety
- Water Infrastructure
- Conservation
- Bush Navigation
- Field Operations
- Problem Solving
- Adaptable
- Quick Learner
- Teamwork
- Communication
- Leadership
- Mentoring
- Customer Experience
Hobbies and Interests
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (Purple Belt)
- Hunting
- Packrafting
- Bikepacking
- Diving
- Fishing
Qualifications And Licences
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (Purple Belt)
- Hunting
- Packrafting
- Bikepacking
- Diving
- Fishing
Timeline
Bikepacking Expedition - South America
01.2025 - 01.2026
Pest Control Technician
Self employed
01.2024 - Current
Capital Works / Network Operator
Veolia Water
01.2022 - 01.2024
Lodge Host
Ultimate Hikes
01.2016 - 01.2017
Snowmaking Installation Technician / Team Leader
NZ Ski
01.2010 - 01.2022
Commercial Diver
Northern Live Fisheries
01.2010 - 01.2015
Pompallier College