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ERIKA ORLAINETA PEREZ

Curlewis,VIC

Summary

Motivated and detail-oriented professional with a strong commitment to workplace safety and compliance. Experienced in following regulations, conducting checks, and ensuring procedures are adhered to in high-risk environments. Skilled in identifying potential issues, maintaining accurate records, and communicating effectively with teams to uphold safety standards. A quick learner with a proactive mindset, eager to apply strong observational and problem-solving skills to a health and safety role. Committed to ongoing professional development and fostering a safe work culture.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Customer Service Officer

V / Line
08.2024 - Current
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently addressing and resolving their inquiries and concerns.
  • Helped large volume of customers every day with positive attitude and focus on customer satisfaction.
  • Addressed customer complaints and mitigated dissatisfaction by employing timely and on-point solutions.
  • Maintained a high level of product knowledge to effectively assist customers with accurate information and recommendations.
  • Maintained the cleanliness of the station and it’s facilities.
  • Assisted team and customers during planned and unplanned disruptions by coordinating bus replacements and supporting safe, on time train departures.

Reserve Conductor

V/Line
02.2025 - Current
  • Addressed passenger inquiries in a polite and informative manner, elevating overall customer service standards.
  • Contributed to on-time performance by swiftly addressing any operational issues or delays.
  • Supported train maintenance teams by reporting observed equipment malfunctions or damage promptly, minimizing disruptions to service schedules.
  • Enhanced safety measures by strictly adhering to railroad regulations and conducting thorough pre-departure inspections.
  • Inspected train in motion and stationary to determine proper functionality.
  • Maintained cleanliness of train cars, upholding company reputation for providing comfortable travel environments.
  • Improved passenger satisfaction by consistently providing clear and timely announcements during train rides.
  • Monitored boarding and disembarking processes, ensuring the safe movement of passengers on platforms and within train cars.
  • Assisted passengers with special needs, prioritizing their comfort and accessibility throughout the journey.
  • Made public announcements on routes and delays.

Guest Services Agent / Ground Crew

Virgin Australia
06.2014 - 08.2024

• Provide high level customer service by creating positive and friendly first impressions. • Support check in and bag drop procedures for guests.

• Ensure safety and security procedures are followed.

• Assist guests with disabilities and requiring extra assistance.

• Queue management experience.

• Follow boarding gate policies and procedures.

• Provide service desk duties, such as ticket sales and queries.


Day of Operations Planner

• Support work force planning in line with local airport and budget requirements.

• Confirm team members are appropriately trained and qualified to ensure the safety of guests, team members and company equipment and property.

• Provide workforce planning administration tasks such as, but not limited to; rostering, budgets, employee detail management, and EBA and award understanding.

• Managing effective relationships with key stakeholders.

• Provide feedback to Ground Experience Analyst, Forward Planning Analyst and Airport Leadership team.

• Contribute to professional and energised performance environment that supports, values andteam culture.

Retail Store Manager / DFO

Cotton On Group
03.2012 - 04.2013
  • Leading and embedding culture that builds team of engaged product and Brand ambassadors within the store.
  • Enabling and empowering the team who are customer first, people focused and results driven.
  • Coaching the team to deliver multiple Brand moments and an elevated flagship experience for our customer to shop seamlessly throughout our store.
  • Identifying my team's development needs and motivators to drive wellness, engagement and performance to build our bench for future succession.
  • Working with our Field Visual Manager and Merchandising partners to provide customer and store insights to drive results and to create great experiences for our customer.
  • Managing store schedules and wages effectively to achieve productivity and wage targets.
  • Advocate for the Cotton On Group Foundation, leading the team on how they can make life changing impact on our projects around the world
  • Keep track of KPI's.
  • Demonstrate good product knowledge to customers including key promotions and offers.
  • Maintain store appearance and stock levels.
  • Process returns and refunds as required in line with company procedures.
  • Use the stock management system to log, check, locate and move stock both in and out of the store
  • Manage cash and payments systems in accordance with company procedures and policies.
  • Protect employees and customers by providing a safe and clean store environment.

Retail Assistant / David Jones Chermside

Industrie Clothing
07.2013 - 06.2014

• Provide friendly and helpful customer service.

• Support store team and manager to increase revenue streams and profit targets.

• Demonstrate strong product knowledge to customers including key promotions and offers. • Maintain store appearance and stock management.

• Use stock management system to log, check, locate and move stock as required.

• Manage cash and payment systems in accordance with company procedures and policies.

Clothing Sales Assistant

Cotton On Group
02.2011 - 03.2012
  • Create and deliver amazing moments and experiences for customers.
  • Advocate for the Cotton On Group Foundations, and make life changing impact on projects around the world.
  • Maintain store appearance by replenishing and merchandising product for customers to shop.
  • Work together with my team and drive for results.
  • Support the store team and manager to increase revenue streams and profit targets
  • Demonstrate good product knowledge to customers including key promotions and offers
  • Process returns and refunds as required in line with company procedures
  • Use the stock management system to log, check, locate and move stock both in and out of the store
  • Manage cash and payment systems in accordance with company procedures and policies.

Education

Zen - Shiatsu Basic Technique June Jacobs Spa Collection Advance Certificate Program for Product Knowledge MD Skin Care Training Certificate Thuya Feet and Hands Spa treatmentsCertificates and training First Aid and CPR Certificate Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) - Cosmetology

ALBADA
Puebla, Mexico
06.2007

Diploma of Cosmetology and Integral Aesthetics, Senior - Cosmetology

Aesthetics And Cosmetology Albada Centre
Puebla, Mexico
06.2007

Skills

    Excellent communication
    People and team orientated
    Planning and coordination
    Decision making
    Clerical support

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Reserve Conductor

V/Line
02.2025 - Current

Customer Service Officer

V / Line
08.2024 - Current

Guest Services Agent / Ground Crew

Virgin Australia
06.2014 - 08.2024

Retail Assistant / David Jones Chermside

Industrie Clothing
07.2013 - 06.2014

Retail Store Manager / DFO

Cotton On Group
03.2012 - 04.2013

Clothing Sales Assistant

Cotton On Group
02.2011 - 03.2012

Zen - Shiatsu Basic Technique June Jacobs Spa Collection Advance Certificate Program for Product Knowledge MD Skin Care Training Certificate Thuya Feet and Hands Spa treatmentsCertificates and training First Aid and CPR Certificate Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) - Cosmetology

ALBADA

Diploma of Cosmetology and Integral Aesthetics, Senior - Cosmetology

Aesthetics And Cosmetology Albada Centre
ERIKA ORLAINETA PEREZ