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Vau Samau

Auckland,Mangere East

Summary

With a proven track record at BundyBerries, I excel in team supervision and analytical thinking, enhancing crop production through innovative strategies. My leadership fosters a culture of quality improvement and mentoring, significantly boosting team efficiency and performance. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level [Job Title] position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Team Leader- Farm Work

Spreyton Fresh Company Ltd
11.2021 - 04.2023
  • Established open and professional relationships with team members to achieve quick resolutions for various issues.
  • Monitored time and attendance, enforcing compliance with company procedures relating to absenteeism.
  • Reviewed, implemented and updated company records related to team activities for future reference.
  • Promoted high standerds through personal example to help each member understand expected behavious and standards.
  • Assisted in recruitment to build team of top performers.
  • Managed leave requests and absences and arranged covers to facilitate smooth flow of operations.
  • Educated staff on organizational mission and goals to help employees achieve success.
  • Provided reporting for forecast analysis and ad-hoc reporting in support of decision-making.

Farm Supervisor

BundyBerries
07.2022 - 03.2023
  • Analyzed soil to measure pH, minerals and organics to judge best fertilizer and amendments for maximum crop production.
  • Raised and hand-sowed certified natural crops.
  • Directed sustainable waste recycling operations to reduce environmental impact.
  • Used recognized breeding practices to stabilize and improve stock.
  • Maintained and repaired various farming equipment.
  • Led team of [Number] skilled and unskilled farm personnel.
  • Worked on cultivation plans for crop production operations.
  • Enforced strong safety and environmental protections to support habitats while preventing harm to employees or consumers.
  • Worked closely with employees to improve practices, techniques and safety choices, optimizing performance, and minimizing waste.

Teacher Coordinator

Ministry Of Education
01.2005 - 11.2021
  • Created safe and inclusive work environment of respect to promote positive teaching experience for teacher and assistance with diverse backgrounds.
  • Participated in weekly case staffing with program director, case managers, clinicians and supervisory staff.
  • Participated in workshops, seminars, education programs and other activities promoting professional growth and development.
  • Assessed ongoing changes in behavior, circumstances, or conditions that may affect child safety and education.
  • Accurately and completely recorded student progress and development in compliance with school policies and standards.
  • Attended and participated in extracurricular activities such as social activities, sporting activities, clubs and student organizations.
  • Encouraged and monitored progress of individual students using assessment data to inform future instruction, both in class and with tutor.
  • Established and communicated clear learning objectives for activities, distributing variety of learning materials and resources for use in educational activities.
  • Conducted conferences with parents and students to review progress, adjust academic plans, and renew enrollments.
  • Identified methods and tools to promote student success in project-based learning.
  • Assessed student performance and utilized feedback to increase educational program success.
  • Collated feedback and performance data to create insightful program reports.
  • Liaised between faculty, staff and administrators to coordinate educational program delivery.

Warehouse and Store Manager

Frankies Company Ltd
11.2001 - 12.2004
  • Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions.
  • Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback.
  • Supervised guests at front counter, answering questions regarding products.
  • Promoted team collaboration, performance, and efficiency by fostering healthy environments focused on mutual success.
  • Approved regular payroll submissions for employees.
  • Coached sales associates in product specifications, sales incentives, and selling techniques, significantly increasing customer satisfaction ratings.
  • Maximized sales and minimized shrinkage through excellent customer service and adherence to standard practices.
  • Set effective store schedules based on forecasted customer levels, individual employee knowledge, and service requirements.
  • Reconciled daily sales transactions to balance and log day-to-day revenue.
  • Maintained proper product levels and inventory controls for merchandise and organized backroom to facilitate effective ordering and stock rotation.
  • Assisted with hiring, training and mentoring new staff members.
  • Developed and implemented successful staff incentive programs to motivate employees.
  • Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
  • Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue, and effectively targeting new markets.
  • Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
  • Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.

Education

Graduate Diploma in Education - Teacher Education, Subject-Specific

The National University of Samoa
Apia , Samoa
04.2017

Bachelor of Science - Mathematics And Computer Science

The National University of Samoa
Apia, Samoa
03.2005

Higher School Certificate - Science

Wesley College
Pukekohe, NZ
12.2000

Pacific Senoir Secondary Certificate - Science Student

Congregational Senior College
Apia,Samoa
12.1998

Skills

  • Team Supervision
  • Documentation And Reporting
  • Shift Scheduling
  • Quality Improvement
  • Coaching
  • Overtime Management
  • Employee Evaluation
  • Cash Handling
  • Work Planning
  • Mentoring
  • People Management
  • Coaching and Mentoring
  • Work Planning and Prioritization
  • Team motivation
  • Problem-Solving
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Client Support
  • Key Performance Indicators
  • Leading Team Meetings
  • Evaluating Employee Work

Timeline

Farm Supervisor

BundyBerries
07.2022 - 03.2023

Team Leader- Farm Work

Spreyton Fresh Company Ltd
11.2021 - 04.2023

Teacher Coordinator

Ministry Of Education
01.2005 - 11.2021

Warehouse and Store Manager

Frankies Company Ltd
11.2001 - 12.2004

Graduate Diploma in Education - Teacher Education, Subject-Specific

The National University of Samoa

Bachelor of Science - Mathematics And Computer Science

The National University of Samoa

Higher School Certificate - Science

Wesley College

Pacific Senoir Secondary Certificate - Science Student

Congregational Senior College
Vau Samau