Zharabi Low

My role as a sheet metal worker/insulator is essentially the removal and reinstatement of insulation and cladding on plant equipment (pipework, vessels, and valves). This involves working around/handling and disposing of hazardous materials,

basic fabrication, and general labour such as heavy lifting, cleaning and tool skills/handling relevant to this role.

As a qualified permit holder (NZQA17588), I am able to be in a leadership position on site, holding responsibility for the given work front and those working on the permit.

As Office and Production Assistant at Egmont Honey I gained basic customer service skills and administration and database skills relevant to industry profile, as well as provided reliable administrative support for the Egmont Honey team, enabling efficient task completion.

As a Media Assistant, I gained experience in working with people from diverse backgrounds, and this exposure both enhanced my perspective/appreciation of cultural diversity and gave me an opportunity to interact and learn about other cultures. I volunteered for WOMAD of March 2017 and WOMAD of March 2018.

The responsibilities and tasks included in this role were:

• Media and hospitality – working as a member of the Media tent that facilitated and managed the schedules of performances, social media management regarding WOMAD updates and artist meet and greets
• Interacting with international artists and facilitating fan to artist interaction