Matthew Spires
Waiuku,AUK
Summary
Enthusiastic and fast learning student with experience at Waiuku College, works well organizing team learning sessions and extracurricular activities. Proven ability to manage time effectively and optimize network performance as a Cable Splicer. Bilingual in Afrikaans and English, with strong teamwork and organizational skills.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Work Study Student
Waiuku College
02.2024 - Current
- Assisted in organizing study groups and collaborative learning sessions.
- Organized extracurricular activities to broaden students'' exposure to new skills, experiences, and career paths.
- Managed time effectively to meet assignment deadlines consistently.
- Adapted quickly to new learning environments and challenges presented in courses.
- Followed school and classroom policies, regulations, dress codes, and schedules.
Cable Splicer
Family Business (Dad)
07.2025 - 07.2025
- Spliced and terminated fiber optic cables to ensure optimal connectivity and performance.
- Installed and repaired underground and aerial cable systems, adhering to safety standards.
- Optimized network performance through the installation, testing, and troubleshooting of fiber optic cables.
Cable Installation Technician
Family Business (Dad)
07.2025 - 07.2025
- Connected components to exterior cable systems and tested connections for adequate power and functional links.
- Collaborated with other workers and customers to resolve issues of deficient communications connections.
- Installed data and telephone cable lines between outside underground or pole lines and residential and commercial buildings.
- Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to company safety protocols and industry regulations during installations.
Education
No Degree - Business Analytics
Waiuku College
Waiuku, NZ12-2028
Skills
- Fast learner
- Positive attitude
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Team collaboration
- Active learning
- Bilingual in Afrikaans and English
- Energetic and enthusiastic
- Basic mathematics
- Business classes
- Multitasking
- Organizational skills
Accomplishments
- Achieved Junior values awards at Waiuku College by completing core subjects with accuracy and efficiency.
- Passed Business with excellence marks and completed the creation of a CV, balance sheets, and financial responsibilities on correct saving techniques.
- Passed Investigative Geography with top marks due to collaboration with 3 people.
Certification
- National Certificates of Educational Achievement (NCEA) Level 1
Junior Values Awards
These values are awarded to student who surpass expectations within a subject. I have been lucky enough to have been awarded with 3 of these certificates which include. Whanaunatanga Award Year 10 Health & Physical Education, Whanaunatanga Award Year 10 Food Technology, and Whanaunatanga Award Year 10 Investigative Geography.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Afrikaans
Professional Working
Timeline
Cable Splicer
Family Business (Dad)
07.2025 - 07.2025
Cable Installation Technician
Family Business (Dad)
07.2025 - 07.2025
Work Study Student
Waiuku College
02.2024 - Current
No Degree - Business Analytics
Waiuku College