Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
practical experience
Accomplishments
References
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Mia Parker

Mia Parker

Lowry Bay,New Zealand

Summary

Kia Ora, I am 22 years old and have recently returned to Wellington after completing my degree in Ecology & Marine Science at Otago. I would describe myself as a friendly people-orientated person who connects easily with others. I put a lot of effort into everything I do and hold myself to a high standard. I am passionate about appreciating and protecting the unique environment we have in Aotearoa, and am looking to become part of a team creating positive change, particularly in the environmental field.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Cherry Picker

45 South
12.2023 - 02.2024
  • Early mornings and long days of physical labour.
  • Determination and perseverance, consistently aiming to pick larger numbers of higher quality buckets.
  • Team building with people of all different ethnicities and forming relationships with non-English speakers

Post Office Clerk and Cashier

Eastbourne 4Square
10.2019 - 02.2022
  • Sole charge running of the post office, including independent problem-solving and friendly reliable customer service.
  • Cashier and stock management duties as required.

Fruit Thinner/picker

Rainbow Fruit Ltd
11.2020 - 12.2020
  • Long days of physical work, perseverance required.

Waitress

Seasalt Cafe & Eatery
09.2018 - 05.2019
  • Friendly, efficient customer service.

Waitress

Kotare Cafe & Restaurant
11.2017 - 09.2018
  • Provided friendly, attentive customer service while anticipating guest needs.
  • Clear communication with other front of house and kitchen staff.
  • Ensured a clean and organized dining area.
  • Effectively managed large numbers of customers during peak hours.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Ecology & Marine Science

University of Otago
Dunedin
08.2023

NCEA Level 3 -

St Oran's College
Lower Hutt
12.2019

Skills

  • Statistical software - Excel & RStudio
  • Scientific reading and writing
  • Open Water Diver Certificate - PADI
  • Good at working independently as well as part of a team
  • Adaptable & Dependable
  • Effective written and verbal communication
  • Painting and a variety of creative arts

practical experience

  • Undaria Pinnatifida (Asian Kelp) distribution mapping and removal, as part of Ngai Tahu Undaria control program around the Huriawa peninsula.


  • Numerous tree planting and pest plant management projects, via Otago University and other volunteer groups in Dunedin.


  • Survey of blue penguin distribution, with Halo Project in Dunedin.


  • Seed propagation and urban farming, with Common Unity/Remakery in Lower Hutt.


  • Underwater coastal clean up, with Dive Wellington.

Accomplishments

    2019 3rd in Women's Club 4 at North Island Club Champs


    2018 Bronze & Silver Venturer Awards from Scouting NZ, achieved through Community and personal work.


    2017 Gold Medal for Women's Novice 8 at Rowing Nationals in Twizel.

References

Matt Larcombe - University of Otago Professor in Botany/Ecology

03 479 3943

matt.larcombe@otago.ac.nz


Jane Martin - Owner, Eastbourne 4Square

021 337 7956

janeelizabethmartin@xtra.co.nz


Shelley Futter - Former owner, Kotare Cafe & Restaurant

027 241 4011

jmdsf@xtra.co.nz

Timeline

Cherry Picker

45 South
12.2023 - 02.2024

Fruit Thinner/picker

Rainbow Fruit Ltd
11.2020 - 12.2020

Post Office Clerk and Cashier

Eastbourne 4Square
10.2019 - 02.2022

Waitress

Seasalt Cafe & Eatery
09.2018 - 05.2019

Waitress

Kotare Cafe & Restaurant
11.2017 - 09.2018

Bachelor of Science - Ecology & Marine Science

University of Otago

NCEA Level 3 -

St Oran's College
Mia Parker