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Work History
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Accomplishments
Certification
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Trisha Olsen

Stratford,Taranaki

Summary

Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Customer Service Officer

Stratford District Council
Stratford, Taranaki
12.2023 - 05.2024
  • Key Area: Customer Service.
  • Answered customer inquiries via telephone, email and face-to-face contact
  • Provided general administrative support including filing documents, scheduling appointments.
  • Maintained accurate records of customer interactions and transactions.
  • Processed payments from customers using point of sale systems.
  • Provided excellent customer service by responding to inquiries in a timely and efficient manner
  • Processed payments and updated balances and customer totals.

Office Administrator

Flyers Swim School
Stratford, Taranaki
02.2023 - 06.2023
  • Key Area: Business Support.
  • Completed in-house swim training to relieve as a Swim Instructor when required.
  • Composed correspondence such as letters, emails, memos, reports and other documents.
  • Processed invoices on a timely basis according to established procedures.
  • Organized and maintained filing systems, including electronic databases and records.
  • Prepared special reports by collecting, analyzing and summarizing information from various sources.
  • Greeted visitors warmly, handled inquiries and provided general information about the company.
  • Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.

Health & Safety Officer

Papakura Playcentre
Papakura, Auckland
11.2019 - 03.2022
  • Prepared reports documenting incidents, findings, corrective actions taken.
  • Educated staff on fire prevention and protection strategies and emergency evacuation plans.
  • Monitored the implementation of health and safety standards in the workplace.
  • Analyzed data from incident investigations to identify trends or recurring issues.
  • Ensured that all workers are aware of their responsibilities for health and safety at work.
  • Maintained accurate records of all health and safety activities conducted by the organization.
  • Participated in emergency response drills as part of the organization's preparedness plan.
  • Collaborated with contractors on projects involving occupational health and safety risks.

Virtual Assistant

Paradigm Shift
Papakura, Auckland
02.2019 - 12.2019
  • Key Area: Business Support
  • Scanned documents into electronic format for storage in a secure database system.
  • Assisted with special projects as needed by researching topics, organizing data, summarizing findings.
  • Proofread documents for accuracy prior to submission to the executive team.
  • Organized personal and professional calendars with reminders for upcoming meetings and events.
  • Prepared and edited correspondence, reports, and presentations to support business operations.
  • Managed expense reports, including tracking receipts and processing reimbursements promptly.

Capability Coordinator (People & Capability) & General Admin (Infrastructure)

St John
Mt Wellington, Auckland
05.2018 - 11.2018

Key Area: Coordinator

  • Facilitated communication between different departments in order to resolve issues quickly.
  • Maintained accurate records of all trainings conducted.
  • Ensured that all necessary equipment was available prior to a session commencing.
  • Compiled data from evaluations for use in preparing reports detailing course outcomes.
  • Managed training calendars to inform participants of upcoming training session topics and dates.
  • Implemented business processes to streamline daily operations and increase efficiency.
  • Processed payments for bookings using a variety of payment methods.
  • Assisted with the booking of travel arrangements for clients, including flights, hotels and car rentals.
  • Organized meetings and conferences by coordinating schedules and reserving venues.

Accident Management Administrator

Fleet Partners
Panmure, Auckland
09.2016 - 05.2018
  • Key Area: Business Improvement
  • Performed data entry tasks into computer databases from paper documents.
  • Prepared reports on various projects for management review.
  • Assisted in the development of new administrative systems, procedures and policies.
  • Responded promptly to customer complaints in a professional manner.
  • Monitored emails, sorted mail and distributed correspondence accordingly.
  • Compiled data from multiple sources into comprehensive reports for management review.
  • Answered incoming calls and responded to customer inquiries.
  • Served as the primary point of contact for external stakeholders, including clients and partners.
  • Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
  • Achievements: Nominated for two Business Awards.

Compliance Assistance

Heyden Farms Ltd
Lichfield, South Waikato
03.2016 - 08.2016
  • Key Area: Technical Writing.
  • Maintained a record of all compliance activities, including correspondence and reports.
  • Collaborated with other departments to ensure that their processes are compliant with applicable laws and regulations.
  • Provided support in developing policies and procedures for the company's compliance program.
  • Developed training materials and conducted staff training sessions on various aspects of the company's compliance program.
  • Assisted with internal audits to identify any non-compliance issues or risks.
  • Followed up with licensees to verify adherence to requirements.
  • Maintained detailed database of compliance data, activities and actions taken.
  • Ensured that all filing was completed accurately and in a timely manner.
  • Performed data entry into various computer systems accurately and efficiently.
  • Achievements: Created the first manuals to be used for staff, and organized the first training session held by the company.

Customer Service Representative

AA Business Solution Centre
Penrose, Auckland
10.2014 - 02.2016
  • Key Area: Customer Service
  • Resolved complex problems by working with other departments to provide solutions that meet customer needs.
  • Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
  • Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
  • Asked probing questions to determine service needs and accurately input information into electronic systems.
  • Used approved scripts to de-escalate angry customers during telephone interactions.
  • Answered incoming calls and emails, providing frontline customer support or assistance with product and service transactions.
  • Achievements: Met and sustained 90-100% of KPI requirements.

Relationship Manager

NZ Personnel
Penrose, Auckland
06.2014 - 08.2014
  • Key Area: Sales.
  • Identified customer needs, developed customized solutions, and provided knowledgeable advice.
  • Developed strategies to attract new customers while retaining existing ones.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients to ensure satisfaction and loyalty.
  • Provided support to management in areas such as recruitment, training, and performance reviews.
  • Achievements: Made the most cold calls in the history of the business.

National Account Support

ADT Security/Tyco
Onehunga, Auckland
06.2011 - 04.2014
  • Key Area: Account Management Support.
  • Updated and maintained databases with current information.
  • Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
  • Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
  • Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
  • Engaged with customers and worked to resolve product and service issues.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with key accounts to ensure customer satisfaction.
  • Provided support for sales teams in the development of new business opportunities.
  • Participated in regular client meetings to address any operational issues or concerns.

Education

James Cook High School
Auckland, NZ
03-1996

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Point of sale systems
  • Data entry
  • Record keeping
  • Invoice processing
  • Conflict resolution
  • Time management
  • Communication skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Microsoft office expertise

Affiliations

  • I enjoy painting and creating art, DIY and house renovation, raising monarch butterflies, fostering, and volunteering in my community

Accomplishments

  • Nominated for Outstanding Business Support - Fleet Partner - November 2017
  • Business Service Centre - 'KPI Star of the Month' for achieving the best overall KPI results - October 2015
  • Signature Security Group - 'Employee of the Month' in recognition of efforts towards the success of Signature Security Group - August 2005

Certification

  • Certificate in Child Psychological Development, The Career Academy, May 2025
  • Certificate in Mental Wellness for Children and Adolescents, the Career Academy, June 2025
  • Completed the Playcentre Introductory Award Modules B401, B402, and the Playcentre Educator Award Modules B403, B404 of the New Zealand Certificate in Early Childhood Education and Care (Level 4), 2019-2022
  • Certificate of Completion, Management Skills and Leadership Development Course, Masterclass Management, February 2013
  • Participation Certificate, Professional Wedding Planner, Courses for Success, July 2013

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Customer Service Officer

Stratford District Council
12.2023 - 05.2024

Office Administrator

Flyers Swim School
02.2023 - 06.2023

Health & Safety Officer

Papakura Playcentre
11.2019 - 03.2022

Virtual Assistant

Paradigm Shift
02.2019 - 12.2019

Capability Coordinator (People & Capability) & General Admin (Infrastructure)

St John
05.2018 - 11.2018

Accident Management Administrator

Fleet Partners
09.2016 - 05.2018

Compliance Assistance

Heyden Farms Ltd
03.2016 - 08.2016

Customer Service Representative

AA Business Solution Centre
10.2014 - 02.2016

Relationship Manager

NZ Personnel
06.2014 - 08.2014

National Account Support

ADT Security/Tyco
06.2011 - 04.2014

James Cook High School
Trisha Olsen