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Nicola Gordon

Summary

Adaptable and motivated individual with background in laboratory technology, business management, agricultural operations, and property maintenance. Proven ability to excel in new environments with strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. Solid foundation in data analysis, quality control, and hands-on work. Seeking challenging role to leverage diverse skills and experience effectively, while demonstrating analytical, communication, and teamwork skills. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills with positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience

Work History

Property Maintenance Worker

Tasman Bay Contracting
01.2022 - 01.2024
  • Performed high-standard property maintenance, including lawn care, gardening, and hedge trimming.
  • Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
  • Kept accurate and up-to-date records of scheduled tasks, tools and material inventory to maintain gardens and track progress.
  • Developed and maintained effective working relationships with clients to secure repeat jobs.
  • Maintained cleanliness and safety of job sites by properly disposing of waste and returning tools and equipment to proper storage locations.
  • Continued learning about plants, gardening techniques and best practices to provide customers with accurate and constructive information.

Gold Kiwifruit Management & Packhouse

Hickmott Brothers
01.2014 - 01.2020
  • Managed all aspects of gold kiwifruit cultivation, from growing to market.
  • Implemented quality control measures to improve fruit quality and quantity.
  • improved pack out rate by 30%
  • Maintained safe work environment with standards of food and human safety regulated by Health Department.
  • Provided feedback to management to improve operations.
  • Harvested high volumes of ripe, quality fruits from fields and orchards.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Set up, started and shut down production line equipment to resolve issues and at beginning or end of work shift.
  • Trained new workers in correct methods of thinning, crushing, picking, packing and grading fruit and vegetables

Owner/Operator

Dairy Farm
01.1996 - 01.2010
  • Managed all aspects of dairy farm operations, including milking, calving, grass management, and animal health.
  • Maintained accurate financial records and conducted financial analysis.
  • Implemented successful strategies to maximize dairy production with enhanced nutrition and herd health initiatives.
  • Developed and maintained detailed herd health management program to support livestock wellness.
  • Monitored milk production quality and quantity and evaluated daily data to address inefficiencies.
  • Milked 230 cows using milking machinery.

Haematology Department Locum

Surrey County Hospital
01.1995 - 01.1996
  • Ran anticoagulant clinics within the haematology department.
  • Utilized expertise in microbiology, chemistry, and haematology to help with diagnosis of medical issues.
  • Maintained confidentiality of all patient information to conform to HIPAA, internal, and other regulatory standards.
  • Prepared laboratory samples for analysis and performed data entry for accurate reporting.
  • Collect blood and tissue samples with focus on accuracy and adherence to aseptic techniques.
  • Recorded and maintained accurate data to facilitate tracking of results.
  • Followed safety protocols to maintain safe and secure laboratory environment.
  • Analyzed and interpreted data, accurately identifying and reporting laboratory results.

Trainee Technologist

Taranaki Medlab
01.1989 - 01.1995
  • Performed specimen collection, processing, diagnosis, and reporting.
  • Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
  • Provided patient interaction and performed data entry and quality control.
  • Followed laboratory protocols for specimen processing, analysis, and results reporting.
  • Identified patient and labeled specimens with correct information to protect patient from adverse errors.
  • Maintained confidentiality of all patient information to conform to HIPAA, internal, and other regulatory standards.
  • Participated in essential quality improvement programs to maintain accurate and timely laboratory testing and meet customer needs.
  • Utilized expertise in microbiology, chemistry, and haematology to help with diagnosis of medical issues.
  • Followed safety protocols and precautions for safe and hazard-free work environment.
  • Studied for NZC in Science and Diploma in haematology. Qualified 1993

Education

Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting

NMIT
Nelson, NZ
01.2014

Diploma of Medical Laboratory - Technology - Haemotology

CIT
Wellington, NZ
01.1993

Skills

  • Practical Skills: Laboratory techniques, farming operations, plant propagation, property maintenance
  • Analytical Skills: Record keeping Data analysis, financial analysis, quality control
  • Accounting
  • Attention to detail
  • Communication Skills: Patient interaction, team collaboration, reporting
  • Problem-Solving: Diagnostic skills, operational management
  • Continuous process evaluation
  • Strategic goal setting
  • Technical Skills: Data entry, QC procedures

Career Break

2025 - Off work. Due to accident in garden and family illness.

Timeline

Property Maintenance Worker

Tasman Bay Contracting
01.2022 - 01.2024

Gold Kiwifruit Management & Packhouse

Hickmott Brothers
01.2014 - 01.2020

Owner/Operator

Dairy Farm
01.1996 - 01.2010

Haematology Department Locum

Surrey County Hospital
01.1995 - 01.1996

Trainee Technologist

Taranaki Medlab
01.1989 - 01.1995

Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting

NMIT

Diploma of Medical Laboratory - Technology - Haemotology

CIT

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