Monica Harnett
Summary
Flexible worker with strong understanding of various industries. Determined and collaborative team member with leadership and commitment to fast action under pressure.
Although my experience is limited to, I am determined to grow and learn, given the opportunity to. I am always up to learning new things.
Reliable professional with strong verbal communication and team-building skills. Experienced in project coordination and customer assistance, leveraging analytical abilities to enhance efficiency and ensure compliance.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Intern
Aratu Forests Limited
, Gisborne
06.2025 - Current
- Monitored environmental compliance with regulations related to forestry operations.
- Communicated with forestry personnel regarding forest harvesting and forest management plans to set up work sites.
- Created maps using GIS software packages such as ArcGIS.
- Integrated GPS data with existing GIS layers in order to update attribute information.
- Assisted with planting and harvest planning and preparation.
- Coordinated maintenance requests with the engineering team.
- Identified cost savings opportunities through improved engineering processes.
- Monitored safety procedures during all phases of engineering processes.
Agribusiness Consultant
AgFirst Gisborne
, Gisborne
02.2025 - 06.2025
- Analyzed client needs and provided tailored consulting solutions.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance project delivery.
- Facilitated sessions to improve team knowledge and skills.
- Coordinated stakeholder meetings to ensure project alignment and communication.
- Prepared comprehensive reports to communicate insights and strategies clearly.
- Evaluated existing systems and processes against industry best practices to enhance efficiency.
Intern
AgFirst Gisborne
, Gisborne
10.2024 - 02.2025
- Conducted data entry and analysis using specialized software tools.
- Supported project teams by preparing materials for presentations and reports.
- Prepared reports summarizing project progress and results for management review.
- Identified areas for improvement, narrowing focus for decision-makers in making necessary changes.
- Analyzed key performance indicators to identify effective strategies.
Treasurer
Lincoln University
, Lincoln
02.2024 - 10.2024
- Managed university budgets to ensure accurate financial reporting.
- Oversaw student organization funds and provided financial guidance.
- Implemented budgeting procedures to streamline financial operations.
- Presented financial information at meetings as needed.
- Monitored and maintained financial records, including budgets, investments, and expenditures.
Intern
AgResearch
, Lincoln
11.2023 - 02.2024
- Collaborated with researchers to document experimental procedures and findings.
- Participated in field studies, collecting samples and recording environmental data.
- Maintained accurate records of all activities performed throughout internship period.
- Prepared reports summarizing project progress and results for management review.
Junior Shepherd
NJ & KV Harnett
, Matawai
10.2022 - 02.2023
- Assisted in herding sheep across pastures for optimal grazing.
- Monitored animal health and reported any issues to the farm manager.
- Operated and maintained equipment used for sheep management.
- Implemented safe handling techniques during sheep sorting processes.
- Inspected flocks regularly for signs of illness or injury; reported any issues to supervisor immediately.
Nursery Worker
Riversun
, Gisborne
01.2022 - 02.2022
- Adhered to watering schedule to keep greenhouse plants healthy and well-maintained.
- Retrieved plants at customers' requests.
- Assessed needs of seasonal, annual and perineal plants and identified pests and other issues that could hinder growth.
- Fertilized, cultivated and weeded soil to deliver steady supply of nutrients to plants.
- Applied pesticides to prevent insect infestation.
- Loaded and unloaded crop harvests into trucks or storage areas.
- Kept each nursery maintained in good working condition to meet day-to-day needs.
Crew Team Member
Burger King
, Gisborne
07.2019 - 07.2020
- Greeted customers and cultivated positive experiences in line with company standards.
- Swept, vacuumed and dusted areas periodically to maintain impeccable cleanliness.
- Resolved conflict according to company protocols.
- Wiped down tables and equipment, swept and refilled stock.
- Kept restaurant lobby, front counter, drive-thru, kitchen and restrooms neat and clean throughout shift.
- Entered orders into computer system to send order details to kitchen, mentioning customers' special requests and food allergies in person.
- Maintained high standards of customer service during high-volume work shifts and fast-paced operations.
Front of House
Wharf Bar Gisborne
, Gisborne
12.2019 - 02.2020
- Directed front of house operations to deliver positive guest experiences through friendly service and attention to guest needs.
- Satisfied customers by topping off drinks and offering condiments, napkins and other items.
- Communicated with hosts, bussers and kitchen staff to prepare for and serve customers.
- Completed cleaning duties by sweeping and mopping floors, vacuuming carpet and tidying up server stations.
- Provided exceptional service to high volume of daily customers.
- Checked on guests to verify satisfaction with meals and suggested additional items to increase restaurant sales.
Education
Bachelor of Commerce (Agriculture) - Agricultural Business
Lincoln University
Lincoln, Canterbury11-2024
Gisborne Girls High School
Gisborne11-2020
Skills
- Verbal Communication
- Customer assistance
- Product location skills
- Reliable and trustworthy
- Multitasking
- Team building
- Interpersonal and written communications
- Weeding and watering
- Plant care and maintenance
- GIS mapping
- Environmental compliance
- Budget management
- Project coordination
- Client consultation
- Efficiency evaluation
- Team collaboration
- Report preparation
- Technical documentation
- Safety monitoring
- Strategic planning and analysis
- Presentations
- Report writing
- Operations support
- Teamwork and collaboration
Timeline
Intern
Aratu Forests Limited
06.2025 - Current
Agribusiness Consultant
AgFirst Gisborne
02.2025 - 06.2025
Intern
AgFirst Gisborne
10.2024 - 02.2025
Treasurer
Lincoln University
02.2024 - 10.2024
Intern
AgResearch
11.2023 - 02.2024
Junior Shepherd
NJ & KV Harnett
10.2022 - 02.2023
Nursery Worker
Riversun
01.2022 - 02.2022
Front of House
Wharf Bar Gisborne
12.2019 - 02.2020
Crew Team Member
Burger King
07.2019 - 07.2020
Bachelor of Commerce (Agriculture) - Agricultural Business
Lincoln University
Gisborne Girls High School