Tumanako Gardiner
Rotorua
Summary
Ko Matawhaura te maunga
Ko Rotoiti te moana
Ko Ngāti Pikiao te iwi
Ko Ngāti Tamateatutahi, Ko Ngāti Kawiti ngā hapū
Ko Tapuaeharuru te marae.
He uri hoki ahau nō Ngāti Awa, Te Whānau a Apanaui, Te Whakatōhea me Tūwharetoa Mai Kawerau ki te Tai.
Ko au ko koe, ko koe ko au.
Being raised from a te Ao Māori perspective has encouraged me to become a confident young Māori man. I am a confident speaker of te Reo Māori and a passionate performer of haka, where I have been the Kai Tātaki Tāne since primary school. I was privileged to lead my group in Ngā Kura Tuarua o Aotearoa 2022 competition where I received the award for the Kai Tātaki Tāne (best Male Leader).
I have had experience with the No. 75 Arawa Air Cadet Squadron where I became a Cadet Lance Corporal before leaving to focus on NCEA and Kapa Haka.
I have been fortunate to have been involved in Ngā Wānanga Mau Taiaha the legacy of Mita Mohi, which takes place on Mokoia Island for the past four years and am have been a Kaiako for the last two years during these wānanga.
I am a hard worker who is a valuable team player but have the initiative to be a great leader.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Forestry Pruner
Mahi Rākau
11.2024 - Current
- Utilized proper tools and equipment, ensuring safe and efficient pruning operations at all times.
- Followed safety regulations and company procedures to safeguard personnel and equipment.
Poipoia Te Kākano Programme
Rotomā No. 1
04.2024 - 10.2024
- Working at Heights qualification
- Forklift driver
- Level 3 Forestry Certificate
- First Aid Certificate
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Spa Pool Attendant and Maintenance
Waiāriki Spa Hot Springs and Spa
10.2023 - 03.2024
- Provided exceptional customer service to all guests, addressing their needs and concerns promptly.
- Assisted in the maintenance of clean facilities, ensuring a healthy environment for patrons.
- Contributed to a welcoming atmosphere by greeting guests warmly upon arrival and departure from the facility.
- Enhanced pool safety by enforcing pool rules and regulations diligently.
- Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
- Built personal relationships with guests to promote positive experiences.
Retail Assistant
Rākai Jade
12.2022 - 10.2023
- Engaged with customers sharing local legends, and general history around carving pounamu.
- Greeted customers, helped locate merchandise and suggested suitable options.
- Used POS system to process sales, returns, online orders and gift card activations.
- Approached browsing customers to initiate conversations to determine buying preferences.
Kiwifruit Picking
Te Puke Orchards
01.2021 - 12.2021
- Worked flexible hours; early mornings, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
Kaitiaki - Tautara Matawharua Holiday Work Program
Tautara Matawhaura Trust Rotomā No. 1 Incorporatio
01.2019 - 12.2021
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time.
- Worked on local areas of importance to local hapū and iwi.
Education
NCEA Level 3 -
Te Kura Kaupapa Maori O Te Koutu
Rotorua, NZ12.2022
Kai Tātaki Tāne - Ngā Kapa Haka Kura Tuarua O Aotearoa
Te Kura Kaupapa Maori O Te Koutu
Rotorua, NZ09.2022
NCEA Level 2 -
Te Kura Kaupapa Maori O Te Koutu
Rotorua, NZ12.2021
Kaiako - Tutor - Mau Taiaha
Te Wānanga Mau Taiaha
Mokoia Island01.2021
Sportsman of The Year - Air Cadets
No. 75 Arawa Squadron
Rotorua12.2020
Junior Non-Commissioned Officer - Air Cadet
No. 75 Arawa Squadron
Rotorua11.2020
Top Warrior - Mau Taiaha
Te Wānanga Mau Taiaha
Mokoia Island04.2020
Cadet Lance Corporal - Air Cadet
No. 75 Arawa Squadron
Rotoura01.2020
NCEA Level 1 -
TKKM O Te Koutu
Rotorua, NZ12.2019
Tutor Role - Mau Taiaha
Te Wānanga Mau Taiaha
Mokoia Island04.2019
Cadet - Air Cadet
No. 75 Arawa Squadron
Rotorua01.2019
Skills
- Te Reo Māori me ōna tikanga
- Kapa Haka and Mau taiaha
- Positive Learning Environment
- Kapa Haka Tutor (2020 - Current)
- Team collaboration and Competition preparation
- Confidence Building
- Individual and Group Coaching
- Working directly with diverse groups of people
- Communication
Referees
Nelson Meha - Chairman of Rotomā No. 1 Incorporation
Patrick Mohi - Head Kaiako, Te Wānanga Mau Taiaha
Timeline
Forestry Pruner
Mahi Rākau
11.2024 - Current
Poipoia Te Kākano Programme
Rotomā No. 1
04.2024 - 10.2024
Spa Pool Attendant and Maintenance
Waiāriki Spa Hot Springs and Spa
10.2023 - 03.2024
Retail Assistant
Rākai Jade
12.2022 - 10.2023
Kiwifruit Picking
Te Puke Orchards
01.2021 - 12.2021
Kaitiaki - Tautara Matawharua Holiday Work Program
Tautara Matawhaura Trust Rotomā No. 1 Incorporatio
01.2019 - 12.2021
NCEA Level 3 -
Te Kura Kaupapa Maori O Te Koutu
Kai Tātaki Tāne - Ngā Kapa Haka Kura Tuarua O Aotearoa
Te Kura Kaupapa Maori O Te Koutu
NCEA Level 2 -
Te Kura Kaupapa Maori O Te Koutu
Kaiako - Tutor - Mau Taiaha
Te Wānanga Mau Taiaha
Sportsman of The Year - Air Cadets
No. 75 Arawa Squadron
Junior Non-Commissioned Officer - Air Cadet
No. 75 Arawa Squadron
Top Warrior - Mau Taiaha
Te Wānanga Mau Taiaha
Cadet Lance Corporal - Air Cadet
No. 75 Arawa Squadron
NCEA Level 1 -
TKKM O Te Koutu
Tutor Role - Mau Taiaha
Te Wānanga Mau Taiaha
Cadet - Air Cadet
No. 75 Arawa Squadron
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