Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Hobbies
Additional achievements
Referees
Timeline
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Reuben Kiss

Reuben Kiss

4 Russell Drive Oakura,Taranaki

Summary

I am a highly motivated, active relaxing individual who enjoys being busy and having a sense of purpose. I enjoy assisting others to become the best version of themselves, particularly with regard to water sports and personal development which is my passion! I have a strong sense of community and fairness which has led to my interest in studying law. I enjoy getting involved in voluntary work and am currently working with a group of students on the project 'Law for change' which raises awareness of legal issues and offers student support. I am also a community patrol volunteer supporting local police with community safety issues. I am reliable, organised and an excellent communicator, ready to learn new skills, meet new people and maintain a sense of humour!

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
15
15
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Sailing Coach - Junior Optimist & Adult 420

McAndrew Bay Yacht Club
2023.02 - Current
  • Development of sailing skills for members through targeted drills and practice sessions
  • Provision of constructive feedback
  • Operating Patrol Boat
  • Improving water safety awareness for members by conducting regular briefings and debriefings on general water & sailing risks and hazards

Painter's Assistant

DK Painters
2023.11 - 2024.01
  • Preparation of area to be painted including sanding, cleaning, water blasting
  • Application of paint ensuring precise and accurate technique as determined by manager
  • Cleaning of site after project completion
  • Attention to personal and site safety during project

Surveyor Assistant

Taylor Patrick Surveyors
2021.12 - 2023.12
  • Contribution to completion of projects by ensuring correct placement of survey pegs
  • Working outdoors in all weather conditions whilst maintaining personal and equipment safety
  • Scanning and hard drive filing of client documentation for archiving purposes

Sailing Coach - Junior Optimist

New Plymouth Yacht Club
2021.09 - 2023.01
  • As per McAndrew Bay responsibilities
  • Assisted with youth camp including on and off the water management and skills training

Crew Member

McDonald's Restaurant
2022.02 - 2022.10
  • Meal preparation, handling multiple orders simultaneously without compromising quality or efficiency
  • Collaboration with teammates and training from management team
  • Adaptable and reliable during this employment period as requested to work variable shifts on variable days

Education

Otago University
Dunedin
2024.02 - 2027.05

New Plymouth Boys High School
New Plymouth
2018.02 - 2022.05

Some College (No Degree) -

Oakura Primary School
Oakura Taranaki
2009.11 - 2017.05

Skills

  • Proficient swimmer
  • Excellent water safety knowledge
  • Child Development Understanding
  • Environmental awareness
  • Patience and Empathy
  • Comprehensive CPR Certified (September 2024)

Hobbies

I love the outdoors! I have enjoyed regular swimming at Moana Pools, Dunedin this year and the early morning experience at Okato pools during summer when home from University.  I enjoy sailing and have found great satisfaction through coaching children and adults new to sailing.  I am currently learning to surf and also enjoy tramping on our stunning Taranaki maunga or completing the NZ Great Walks with my family.  In my downtime I love to read and debate politics and philosophy with my friends!

Additional achievements

  • Full Drivers License (Sept 2022)


  • Outward Bound Mind Body and Soul Course(Dec 2020) - completion of 21 days of physical and mental personal and team development


Referees

Thomas Burley - Taylor Patrick Surveyors

thomas@taylorpatrick.co.nz

022 034 2205

Nick Bates - Head of Salmond College

head@salmondcollege.ac.nz

021 497 603

Richard Brown - Pastoral Assistant at Salmond College

pastoralassistant@salmondcollege.ac.nz

Timeline

Otago University
2024.02 - 2027.05

Painter's Assistant

DK Painters
2023.11 - 2024.01

Sailing Coach - Junior Optimist & Adult 420

McAndrew Bay Yacht Club
2023.02 - Current

Crew Member

McDonald's Restaurant
2022.02 - 2022.10

Surveyor Assistant

Taylor Patrick Surveyors
2021.12 - 2023.12

Sailing Coach - Junior Optimist

New Plymouth Yacht Club
2021.09 - 2023.01

New Plymouth Boys High School
2018.02 - 2022.05

Some College (No Degree) -

Oakura Primary School
2009.11 - 2017.05
Reuben Kiss