Wessel De Kock
Canterbury,Christchurch
Summary
I am a hardworking second-year Civil Engineering student at the University of Canterbury, with proven leadership skills and hands-on industry experience. Reliable and adaptable, I excel in teamwork and problem-solving. Outside of academics, I enjoy hiking, hunting, playing occasional rugby, and staying fit and active at the gym.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Casual Labourer
ALH
Canterbury, Christchurch
07.2024 - Current
- Loaded and unloaded daily material shipments, keeping products organized and secure to prevent damage and optimize handling.
Unpaid Work Placement
Camex Civils
Waikato, Taupo
05.2025 - 08.2025
- Gained hands-on experience during work placement at Camex Civils.
- Efficiently logged approximately 90 work hours throughout placement.
Team Member
The Warehouse
Waikato, Taupo
09.2023 - 02.2024
- Acquired proficiency in customer service at Warehouse (Taupo) and engaging with full team
Work Experience
GoFox Electrical
Waikato, Taupo
02.2023 - 11.2023
- Engaged in projects and tasks within GoFox Electrical
Holiday Job
Uber Projects Ltd
Waikato, Taupo
06.2023 - 07.2023
- Contributed to residential property construction efforts at Uber Projects Ltd
Education
Bachelor of Engineering - Civil Engineering
University of Canterbury
Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ11-2027
High School Diploma -
Tauhara College
Taupo, NZ11-2023
High School Diploma -
Merensky High School
Tzaneen12-2022
Skills
- Eagerness to learn
- Physical strength
- Leadership
- Adaptability
- Communication skills
- Strong work ethic
- Time management
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Afrikaans
Native/ Bilingual
Accomplishments
- Senior athletics champion (2023)
- Provincial 1st XV rugby champions, 2022
- High school deputy head boy (2021-2022)
- Deputy head boy at the high school's hostel (2021-2022)
- Acted in a main role in a big school play
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Unpaid Work Placement
Camex Civils
05.2025 - 08.2025
Casual Labourer
ALH
07.2024 - Current
Team Member
The Warehouse
09.2023 - 02.2024
Holiday Job
Uber Projects Ltd
06.2023 - 07.2023
Work Experience
GoFox Electrical
02.2023 - 11.2023
Bachelor of Engineering - Civil Engineering
University of Canterbury
High School Diploma -
Tauhara College
High School Diploma -
Merensky High School
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