Niarua Tikinau
Auckland
Summary
I am looking for a fulltime role in an environment that will help me develop a long-term service career, foster my desire to learn and add value to society, and enable me to better support the company I work for. As an approachable, friendly individual who builds relationships easily, I enjoy providing excellent service and helping others. I easily relate well to all types of people regardless of background or culture and enjoy working in a likeminded team; I also have the maturity to use my initiative and work independently. A keen and capable learner, I enjoy learning new things and taking on new challenges; I also adapt easily to new situations and remain calm under pressure. A committed and loyal employee with excellent communication and service delivery skills who won’t disappoint.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Car Groomer
Auckland Vehicles Ltd
Auckland, AUK
03.2020 - Current
- Maintained clean, tidy and safe work environment.
- Vacuumed interiors of vehicles to remove dirt and debris.
- Washed, waxed, and buffed vehicle bodies for professional shine.
- Maintained car detailing equipment and supplies in optimal condition for daily demands.
- Refilled gas tanks and documented fluid levels.
- Followed safety guidelines for cleaning vehicles and equipment.
- Utilized high-pressure washers to clean vehicles and equipment.
- Picking up and dropping off customers/clients and their vehicles
- Picking up and dropping off vehicle parts
Car Groomer
Manukau Auto Valet
Auckland, AUK
10.2019 - 02.2020
- Car Grooming
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Detailing Cars and interior
- Picking up/delivering cars to customers or clients
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Maintained clean, tidy and safe work environment.
- Vacuumed interiors of vehicles to remove dirt and debris.
Laborer
Downer
Auckland, AUK
07.2018 - 09.2019
- Leaf Blowing
- Road Marking
- Mowing
- Chip seal
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Maintained organized and clean work areas at all times on job sites.
- Prepared job sites by removing debris and setting up materials and tools.
Mower Operator
Landscape Solutions
Auckland, AUK
03.2018 - 06.2018
- Mower operator, Grounds men
- Provided expert lawn care, mulching, aerating and trimming around walks, walls, and flower beds.
- Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
Baggage Handler
Aviation Security
Auckland, AUK
02.2017 - 03.2018
- Baggage Handling
- Loaded passengers' property onto appropriate aircraft by collecting, sorting and checking baggage tags against flight lists.
- Coordinated with ramp agents to verify baggage was placed on correct outgoing flight.
- Observed safety and privacy procedures in handling passengers' property.
Bus Driver Assistant
Bupa Kinder care
Cairns
11.2015 - 12.2016
- Bus Assistant
- Assist children on and off the bus
- Assisted driver with product or package deliveries to residential and commercial locations.
Residential Youth Care Worker
Whakatakapokai Care and Protection
Auckland, AUK
09.2014 - 09.2015
- Kitchen Duty
- Supervising young people
- Assisting staff with programs
- Managing paper work and managing log books
- Visual watch with staff and young people, Maintaining and Recording movement on site
- Taught clients to relate socially through use of daily routines and activities.
- De-escalated destructive and impulsive youth behaviour by assisting in finding positive alternate outlets.
- Completed clear and concise documentation of youth behavior and actions.
- Attended treatment team meetings to discuss youth's mental and behavioral progress.
- Conducted one-on-one behavior management counseling for clients by teaching coping techniques and giving guidance and support.
Picker Packer
Cardinal Logistics Ltd
Auckland, AUK
02.2013 - 04.2013
- RF scanner picking order, Packing order/shipping order
- Printed labels, packaged boxes, and loaded into outbound containers.
- Scanned packages and boxes and moved to loading dock for shipment.
- Protected materials for transport by correctly packaging products in boxes and crates.
- Picked and packed order items.
- Followed orders precisely for correct items, sizes and quantities.
Picker Packer
Foodstuff Ltd
Auckland, AUK
09.2012 - 01.2013
- RF scanner picking order, Packing order/shipping order
- Pulled orders quickly to maintain demanding productivity goals.
- Printed labels, packaged boxes, and loaded into outbound containers.
- Scanned packages and boxes and moved to loading dock for shipment.
- Checked packing slips and other documentation to appropriately box items requested by clientele.
- Prepared orders for shipment by inserting associated paperwork, tagging boxes, and scanning barcodes to upload package data to tracking system.
Before and After School Care Assistant
Pukapuka Oscar
Mangere, AUK
07.2009 - 11.2012
- Observed play activities to identify positive behaviours and areas in need of improvement, implementing behaviour redirection where appropriate.
- Applied positive behaviour management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
- Used patience, skill and various behaviour modification techniques to maintain order and safety.
- Maintained clean, neat and hazard-free areas to protect kids, personnel and families.
- Provided lunchtime assistance to monitor children, assist with eating and serve food.
- Planned and implemented crafts and other activities to spark interest and enhance development.
- Enforced rules and managed behaviour through developmentally appropriate discipline.
Groundskeeper
Manukau Memorial Gardens
Auckland, AUK
12.2011 - 03.2012
- Maintenance, Grounds keeper
- Cleared public and private areas of debris before and after events.
- Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
- Maintained grounds of residential and commercial properties by mowing lawns, trimming hedges and planting flowers.
Picker Packer
Linfox Logistics (N.Z) Ltd
Auckland, AUK
12.2009 - 02.2010
- Loading and unloading shipping containers, Packing orders
- Printed labels, packaged boxes, and loaded into outbound containers.
- Pulled orders quickly to maintain demanding productivity goals.
- Protected materials for transport by correctly packaging products in boxes and crates.
Work Experience
Canam Joinery
Auckland, AUK
09.2008 - 12.2008
- Demonstrated close attention to detail to verify quality and accuracy of work.
- Followed established job site safety regulations and maintained safe and clean work area.
- Planned and executed work with proper tools and materials to maximize productivity.
- Checked measurements and completed accurate cuts to prevent materials waste and maintain cost controls.
Education
Level 4 - Social Work
Target Education
Papatoetoe, NZ04.2011
No Degree -
Rutherford College
Te Atatu, NZ12.2010
Skills
- Service focussed with a professional and respectful manner
- Excellent communication, verbal & written
- Workplace Health Safety Sense
- Strong family & work values
- Self-motivated, mature, and responsible
- Excellent organisational and time management skills
- Dedicated and determined with a desire to support people
- Flexible, adaptable, and willing to learn
Academic Record
- Senior certificate, 2010
- National certificate for Social Services, Level 1 and Level 4, 2011
- Nz Driver License, 2012
- Endorsements for Wheels, Tracks, Rollers (W.R.T), 2018
Hobbies and Interests
- Watching sports
- Playing sports
- Listening to music
- Spending quality time with family and friends
References
Available on request
Timeline
Car Groomer
Auckland Vehicles Ltd
03.2020 - Current
Car Groomer
Manukau Auto Valet
10.2019 - 02.2020
Laborer
Downer
07.2018 - 09.2019
Mower Operator
Landscape Solutions
03.2018 - 06.2018
Baggage Handler
Aviation Security
02.2017 - 03.2018
Bus Driver Assistant
Bupa Kinder care
11.2015 - 12.2016
Residential Youth Care Worker
Whakatakapokai Care and Protection
09.2014 - 09.2015
Picker Packer
Cardinal Logistics Ltd
02.2013 - 04.2013
Picker Packer
Foodstuff Ltd
09.2012 - 01.2013
Groundskeeper
Manukau Memorial Gardens
12.2011 - 03.2012
Picker Packer
Linfox Logistics (N.Z) Ltd
12.2009 - 02.2010
Before and After School Care Assistant
Pukapuka Oscar
07.2009 - 11.2012
Work Experience
Canam Joinery
09.2008 - 12.2008
Level 4 - Social Work
Target Education
No Degree -
Rutherford College