Trent Hemana
Kataia,KTA
Summary
I believe I can offer JNL the skills it takes to excell at this role and would relish the oppportunity to prove it.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Mental Health Support Worker
Te Mana Oranga Trust
Kataia, Kaitaia
02.2025 - 03.2025
- Supported whānau to achieve sustainable long-term health and employment objectives.
- Collaborated with public relations team to organize and promote education programs and special events.
- Emphasis on Te Ao Maori concepts such as He Whare Tapa Wha.
- Developed and maintained a therapeutic rapport with patients to facilitate recovery.
- Modified treatment plans to support client goals and status.
- Provided referrals to appropriate mental health providers or community services as needed.
- Promoted suicide awareness by conducting proactive assessments and implementing interventions.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions on topics such as anger management, coping skills, self-esteem.
- Promoted independence by assisting and supervising clients while completing daily living activities.
- Documented all patient interactions, treatment plans, and progress notes in electronic health records.
- Utilized evidence-based practices to guide treatment interventions.
- Conducted initial patient assessments to develop personalized care plans.
Risk and Compliance
JNL New Zealand
Kataia, Kaitaia
01.2021 - 12.2021
- Adhered to written risk and compliance policies and procedures for business activities.
- Provided detailed, understandable risk and compliance concepts to key stakeholders.
- Provided detailed, yet understandable risk and compliance concepts to key stakeholders in organization.
- Performed risk assessments on proposed ventures to ensure compliance with industry regulations and standards.
- Investigated incidents of non-compliance with internal policies and procedures related to risk management.
- Collaborated with internal teams such as Legal, Compliance, Risk Management, Operations and IT to ensure smooth functioning of operations.
- Implemented measures to mitigate identified risks and ensure compliance with applicable regulations.
- Assessed the effectiveness of internal controls over financial reporting processes and identified risks associated with noncompliance issues.
Laboratory Technician
JNL New Zealand
Kataia, Kaitaia
02.2019 - 01.2021
- Conduct all duties relevant to product validity.
- Problem solve with production team as and when product fails spec
- Utilise production experience to deduce problems
- Analytical skills
- Use of spreadsheets and record keeping
- Ability to relate QA needs with production staff.
- Maintained laboratory equipment by performing calibration checks and troubleshooting any malfunctions.
- Cleaned and prepared lab equipment for solutions, specimens and samples.
- Conducted literature and online research to stay informed about current trends and advancements in laboratory techniques.
- Collected, labeled and stored lab samples according to laboratory specifications.
- Analyzed data using various software programs including Microsoft Excel
- Supervised cleaning and maintenance of laboratory equipment to prevent errors and breakdowns.
- Kept lab space and equipment clean to prevent contamination with hazardous substances.
- Assisted and instructed other laboratory technicians.
- Completed lab tests and communicated results to supervising staff.
Boardline Operator
JNL New Zealand
Kaitaia, Kaitaia
01.2011 - 02.2019
- Floater on bother Boardline 1 and 2
- Extensive operative and product knowledge.
- Knowledge of process and procedure
- Ability to lead and work within a team
- Shift work experience.
- Set up and operated production machinery according to specific standards and protocols of company.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
- Followed daily preventive maintenance schedule for cleaning and lubricating machinery.
- Learned and followed safety and emergency procedures.
- Used daily system logs to document production information, discussing issues with management.
- Assisted in the setup of production lines according to customer specifications.
- Classified defects from finished orders for record tracking and statistics.
- Measured and weighed items to meet quality standards and prevent waste.
- Maintained production and quality documentation.
- Maintained cleanliness of work area and equipment in accordance with safety regulations.
- Attached identification labels to finished packaged items or stamped lot number and shipping destination information on containers.
- Observed and troubleshot equipment and machines to detect malfunctions and notify appropriate personnel of needed repairs.
Cabinet Maker
Kiwi Carpentry
Kataia, Kaitaia
03.2024 - Current
- Interpreted work instructions and diagrams to set up and execute assigned projects.
- Routed out grooves for door panels as well as concealed hinges.
- Operated boring machines to bore holes for insertion of screws and dowels.
- Maintained inventory of supplies necessary for completing projects.
- Performed edge banding techniques to finish exposed edges of cabinet components.
- Measured and cut wood pieces to exact dimensions required for each project.
- Inspected each product upon completion to evaluate overall quality, assign grades and remove unacceptable products.
- Finished cabinets by sanding, staining and installing.
- Adhered to tool and equipment safety protocols and promoted worksite safety, protecting both personnel and equipment.
- Fit cabinets and countertops within installation space with exceptional accuracy and attention to detail.
- Assisted with installation of base, trim and crown moldings to achieve desired looks and quality of construction.
Skills
- Risk assessment
- Regulatory compliance
- Policy writing
- Incident investigation
- Internal controls
- Project management
- Team collaboration
- Data analysis
- Safety procedures
- Problem solving
- Process improvement
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Reporting skills
- Proper documentation handling
- Rules and regulations compliance
Timeline
Mental Health Support Worker
Te Mana Oranga Trust
02.2025 - 03.2025
Cabinet Maker
Kiwi Carpentry
03.2024 - Current
Risk and Compliance
JNL New Zealand
01.2021 - 12.2021
Laboratory Technician
JNL New Zealand
02.2019 - 01.2021
Boardline Operator
JNL New Zealand
01.2011 - 02.2019