Sharnie O'Connor
16 Clapham Place,Whanganui
Summary
Motivated individual with a strong desire to impact lives positively as a care assistant. Developed essential skills in patience and active listening through personal family caregiving experiences. Proven ability to support diverse needs while promoting independence. Dependable team player with a focus on empathy and respectful communication.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Meat Process Worker
Affco Imaly
Imlay Place, Whanganui
11.2023 - 01.2026
- Packaged meat products in compliance with quality standards and safety regulations.
- Weighed, wrapped, and labeled meat products for market readiness.
- Operated packaging machinery, contributing to consistent production flow.
- Inspected packaged products for defects and ensured consistency.
- Collaborated with team members to consistently meet daily production targets.
- Accurately labeled products for inventory and distribution.
- Trained new employees on packing procedures and safety practices to ensure compliance.
- Utilized hand tools, including knives and bandsaws, to portion meat effectively.
Senior Hairstylist
HBN- Hair Beauty Nails
North City Plaza, 2 Titahi Bay Road, Porirua City Centre, Porirua
01.2015 - 01.2019
- Executed haircuts using scissors, clippers, and razors per client instructions.
- Applied color treatments including highlights, foils, balayage, and ombre.
- Studied current hairstyle trends to provide clients with innovative and personalized options.
- Built strong client relationships through exceptional customer service.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth salon operations.
- Ensured cleanliness and organization of workstations and salon areas to enhance client experience.
- Oversaw inventory levels of haircare supplies to guarantee availability for services.
- Ensured proper sterilization of all equipment according to safety guidelines.
Disability Support Worker
Pathways St Domincs Center
35 Campbell Road, Aorangi, Feilding
03.2013 - 10.2013
- Assisted clients with daily living activities to promote independence.
- Provided emotional and psychological support to clients in crisis to stabilize their mental health and ensure safety.
- Monitored client behavior and promptly reported significant changes to inform treatment adjustments.
- Collaborated with other professionals to coordinate services for clients.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions to enhance peer interaction and foster sharing.
- Documented client progress and reported findings to healthcare professionals.
- Maintained accurate records of client interactions using an electronic health record system.
- Administered medications according to prescriptions and monitored for side effects.
- Provided leadership and coordination of various programs using techniques in behavior management and prevention strategies.
- Attended training seminars related to mental health topics such as trauma-informed care, substance abuse.
Kai Awhina/ Teacher Aid
Te Awhina Kohanga Reo
117 Vogel Street, Roslyn, Palmerston North
06.2007 - 12.2011
- Oversaw daily operations of Kohanga Reo, ensuring a nurturing and supportive environment for tamariki.
- Coordinated schedules and oversaw the educational programs based on Te Whariki.
- Incorporating Te Reo me ona Tikanga into daily routine.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance and developmental milestones to track progress and support individualized learning.
- Provided specialised care for infants and tamariki with additional needs, closely monitored their health and ensured their specific dietary requirements were met.
- Facilitated indoor and outdoor play, organized parent-teacher conferences, and ensured classroom cleanliness to promote a positive learning atmosphere.
- Collaborated closely with whanau, respecting their cultural and spiritual values, to support their tamariki needs
- Participated in professional development in-services, workshops, and seminars to enhance skills.
- Completed professional development courses in Te Reo Māori to improve language skills.
Hairdressing Apprentice
Rocco Haird Salon
City, Hamilton
08.2004 - 02.2006
- Executed chemical services including coloring, highlighting, bleaching, perms, and relaxers.
- Assisted senior stylists during services, gaining insights into advanced techniques and current industry trends.
- Performed basic hair treatments under supervision, enhancing client relationships and developing practical skills.
- Prepared hair for cutting and styling through washing, drying, and combing.
- Greeted clients to ensure comfort and guided them through service processes.
- Sold haircare products and provided product recommendations to clients.
- Operated front desk functions, managing appointment scheduling and processing payments to ensure smooth salon operations.
- Maintained salon cleanliness by sweeping hair, washing linens, and managing waste disposal.
Education
Te Ara Reo Maori Level 3
Te Wananga O Aotearoa
Palmerston North, NZ12-2014
National Certificate in Hairdressing
Waikato School Of Hairdressing
Hamilton, NZ02-2006
Hairdressing, Make-up And Photography Levels 2-4
The Academy of Hairdressing
Hamilton12-2000
Hairdressing Level 1-3
Patrics School of Hairdressing
Hamilton12-1999
Skills
- Food safety compliance
- Quality inspection
- Packaging operations
- Equipment operation
- Product labeling
- Production coordination
- Safety compliance monitoring
- Safety protocols
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Client management
- Active listening
- FLUENT IN Te Reo Māori
Hobbies/Interests
- Art and History, drawing, painting, sculpting and building
- Sewing and textile
- Fishing and Diving
- Sports and Adventured
- Gardening and plants
REFERENCES
Chanelle Ruane (Salon Manager)
0221720834
Rana Te Huia (Character)
+61406986268
Timeline
Meat Process Worker
Affco Imaly
11.2023 - 01.2026
Senior Hairstylist
HBN- Hair Beauty Nails
01.2015 - 01.2019
Disability Support Worker
Pathways St Domincs Center
03.2013 - 10.2013
Kai Awhina/ Teacher Aid
Te Awhina Kohanga Reo
06.2007 - 12.2011
Hairdressing Apprentice
Rocco Haird Salon
08.2004 - 02.2006
Te Ara Reo Maori Level 3
Te Wananga O Aotearoa
National Certificate in Hairdressing
Waikato School Of Hairdressing
Hairdressing, Make-up And Photography Levels 2-4
The Academy of Hairdressing
Hairdressing Level 1-3
Patrics School of Hairdressing