NATASHA WELLS
Motueka,Nelson
Summary
I am highly motivated, results driven, and eager to pursue different career paths. With expertise in customer service, marine and tourism, I bring a strong commitment to excellence and a collabrative approach to every role. Known for attention to detail, communication, problem-solving, and an overall give anything-a-go attitude .
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Technical Assistant
Plant And Food Research
Motueka, Nelson
09.2024 - Current
- Assist with the design, planning, and implementation of plant and food science experiments.
- Support the collection, recording, and analysis of data, ensuring accuracy and consistency.
- Prepare and process plant and food samples for analysis, following research protocols.
- Collaborate with other team members, including researchers and scientists, to achieve project goals.
- Performed regular maintenance of the garden center, including watering, weeding, pruning, and fertilizing plants.
Boat Host
Wilsons Abel Tasman
Motueka, Nelson
09.2023 - 05.2024
- Balanced cash drawers at end of each shift
- Drove tractor & tender
- Managed onboard communications between passengers and crew members
- Attended monthly safety drills
- Performed daily maintenance and cleaning of boat equipment and supplies
- Checked customers in and out
- Served alcoholic beverages and food
- Cleaned vessel on a daily basis
- Maintained professionalism
- Vacuumed carpets and upholstery in cabin areas
- Polished stainless steel railings and fixings
- Thoroughly cleaned and detailed boats using variety of cleaning materials, polishes, waxes and chemicals
Boat Cleaner
Marine Worx
Nelson, Nelson
01.2023 - 02.2023
- Mixed cleaning solutions, abrasive compositions, or other compounds according to formulas.
- Applied waxes or masking materials to vehicles to preserve, protect or restore color or condition.
- Transported materials, equipment or supplies to or from work areas.
- Inspected all parts of the boat for damage or wear that needed repair or replacement.
- Thoroughly cleaned and detailed boats using a variety of cleaning materials, polishes, and waxes.
- Scrubbed decks, hulls, cabins, windows, and other boat surfaces to remove dirt and grime.
- Polished chrome fixtures and hardware on the exterior of the boat.
Boat Host
Fiordland Discoveries
Milford Sound
01.2023 - 02.2023
- Directed patrons to lounges and waiting areas.
- Stocked server areas with supplies before, during and after shifts.
- Informed patrons of specialties and features.
- Contributed to team efforts by accomplishing related tasks as needed.
- Greeted incoming guests to escort to assigned dining area and present menus.
- Maintained cleanliness of lobby area, including wiping down tables and chairs.
- Collected reservation information and communicated updates to guests via mobile device or in-person.
- Accepted payments from guests for dine-in and take-out foods.
Customer Service Representative
Konnect Fastening Systems
Nelson, Nelson
09.2022 - 01.2023
- Answered incoming calls and emails
- Tracked orders from start to finish to ensure timely delivery
- Assisted customers with product selection, ordering, billing, returns, exchanges and technical support
Bartender
Texas Tea, Bar & Grill/ Thirsty Pig
Picton, Blenheim
02.2022 - 05.2022
- Greeted customers and provided excellent customer service
- Prepared alcoholic beverages and non-alcoholic beverages
- Performed opening and closing duties
- Enforced all alcohol laws
- Balanced cash drawers at end of each shift
Education
Super-yacht crewing certificate -
Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology
Nelson08.2022
NCEA Level 1,2 & 3 -
GOLDEN BAY HIGH SCHOOL
01.2020
Skills
- Willingness to learn
- Attention to detail
- Teamwork
- Time Management
- Leadership
- Effective Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Flexibility
- Self motivated
Accomplishments
- New Zealand Certificate in Tourism
- Customer Service Award
- Super-yacht Crewing Certificate
Hobbies and Interests
- Fishing
- Outdoors
- Travelling
- Fitness
- Camping
References
- Shay Gill, 027 223 5831, shay@abeltasman.co.nz
- Paul & Louise Gledhill, 03 573 6969, thethirstypig@gmail.com
- Caleb Gibson, 021 242 505, Caleb.Gibson@plantandfood.co.nz
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 08/07/02
- Driving License: NZ Class 1F
Timeline
Technical Assistant
Plant And Food Research
09.2024 - Current
Boat Host
Wilsons Abel Tasman
09.2023 - 05.2024
Boat Cleaner
Marine Worx
01.2023 - 02.2023
Boat Host
Fiordland Discoveries
01.2023 - 02.2023
Customer Service Representative
Konnect Fastening Systems
09.2022 - 01.2023
Bartender
Texas Tea, Bar & Grill/ Thirsty Pig
02.2022 - 05.2022
Super-yacht crewing certificate -
Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology
NCEA Level 1,2 & 3 -
GOLDEN BAY HIGH SCHOOL