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PETER THOMAS-CHARLETON

Lower Hutt,Wellington

Summary

I am a motivated, reliable hardworking individual with a vast knowledge within various industries, with a particular focus in relation to customer service . I work well both individually and in team environments. In my past employment roles I have acquired excellent customer skills and I able to utilize when communicating with people from all works of life.

Overview

1
1
year of post-secondary education
22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Administration support

Resolution Life
, Wellington
08.2026 - 08.2026
  • Responded to email enquiries and dispatched correspondence and policy documents to clients promptly.
  • Updated contact details and payment information in internal systems to ensure accuracy and accessibility.
  • Updated payment mandates to reflect client requests and cancelling policies.
  • Utilized references to resolve GNO mail issues, improving communication flow.
  • Adding Nominated beneficiaries to policies

Study Link Officer

Study Link
10.2024 - 04.2026

• Determined best actions and resolved issues by providing timely and accurate information

• Processed financial support applications, ensuring correct entitlements for all applicants

• Managed student records and data accuracy

• Balanced call duration with quality service to enhance customer experience.

• Worked well under pressure

Sales Assistant

Kmart New Zealand
, Palmerston North
01.2013 - 10.2022
  • Guided customers in product selection and addressed inquiries to enhance shopping experience.
  • Operated point-of-sale system for transactions
  • Managed Checkout team
  • Ensured safe and hazard-free working environment through regular inspections and compliance with safety protocols.
  • Executed nightly closure procedures to maintain operational efficiency and prepare for next business day.

Receptionist

The Hair Force
01.2010 - 01.2013
  • Liaised with clients, managed bookings for future appointments
  • Executed daily administrative tasks to support operations
  • Ensured safety protocols were followed in the workplace
  • Supported stylists by preparing tools and materials needed for services
  • Maintaining a safe and friendly working environment

Wholesale Reservations Agent

ANZCRO LTD
01.2008 - 12.2008
  • Answering enquiries and giving advice to agents/ clients in regards to accommodation, transportation and places of Interest within New Zealand
  • Made, modified, and managed travel arrangements for agents
  • Issued tickets and collected payments
  • Utilized reservation software to efficiently input and update customer information, enhancing data accuracy.

Invoice/ Quotation Assistant

Award Builders Ltd
01.2005 - 01.2007

• Managed incoming and outgoing correspondence

• Generated quotations and building contracts

• Prepared Progress Payments and invoicing

Education

National Certificate of Travel and Tourism - level 3 and 4

Sir George Seymour National College of Travel, Tourism and Business
Wellington
01.2007 - 12.2007

National Certificate in Travel and Tourism Core skills - Level 3

Sir George Seymour National College of Travel, Tourism and Business

National Certificate in Computing - Level 3

Sir George Seymour National College of Travel, Tourism and Business

Amadeus Reservations and Ticketing Certificate of Achievement -

Sir George Seymour National College of Travel, Tourism and Business

Skills

  • Administration and cash handling
  • Data entry
  • Communicate and relate effectively with people from all backgrounds and cultures
  • Listen to and ensure instructions and information are understood clearly
  • Works well in a team environment as well as an individual
  • Quick to grasp new ideas and concepts
  • Takes responsibility and ownership of own actions
  • Works well under pressure
  • Motivated to learn and seeks assistance when required

References

Name: Paul Cravino

Position: Service Manager, Study Link

Email: paul.cravino001@msd.govt.nz

Name: Danada Horsfall-Tahu

Position: Duty Manager, Kmart Palmerston North

Contact: 027 847 1850

Name: Tracy Ward

Position: The Hair Force, Proprietor

Contact: 06 3576887

Name: Bruce Ward

Position: Award Builders Ltd, Proprietor

Contact: 027 446 1609

Timeline

Administration support

Resolution Life
08.2026 - 08.2026

Study Link Officer

Study Link
10.2024 - 04.2026

Sales Assistant

Kmart New Zealand
01.2013 - 10.2022

Receptionist

The Hair Force
01.2010 - 01.2013

Wholesale Reservations Agent

ANZCRO LTD
01.2008 - 12.2008

National Certificate of Travel and Tourism - level 3 and 4

Sir George Seymour National College of Travel, Tourism and Business
01.2007 - 12.2007

Invoice/ Quotation Assistant

Award Builders Ltd
01.2005 - 01.2007

National Certificate in Travel and Tourism Core skills - Level 3

Sir George Seymour National College of Travel, Tourism and Business

National Certificate in Computing - Level 3

Sir George Seymour National College of Travel, Tourism and Business

Amadeus Reservations and Ticketing Certificate of Achievement -

Sir George Seymour National College of Travel, Tourism and Business
PETER THOMAS-CHARLETON