Jack Ball
South Yarra,VIC
Summary
26 year old from Ireland living in Australia who is seeking full time employment. I have great people & social skills dealing directly with the public as i have excelled in these areas in my previous employment. I work effectively and efficiently on my own and also a great team player when working with my peers. I am punctual and reliable. I can also work on my own initiative and find that very empowering.
Some of my hobbies include : gym, hurling & music
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Point Force Carpentry
Carpentry
11.2023 - 04.2024
- Construct, install, renovate and repair structures made of wood and other materials
- Measuring and installing skirting, architraves and sills.
- Maintain work flow and assist senior carpenters
Apprentice Carpenter
Complete Carpentry
01.2021 - 12.2022
- Assist a carpenter with construction and remodeling projects
- Learn and develop new trade skills
- Working on commercial and industrial renovations
- General Carpentry Skills: painting, construction, Assisting plumbing projects.
Cocktail Masterclass Teacher
Travel Bar
11.2022 - 09.2023
- Plan and execute entertaining and informative cocktail masterclasses for participants of varying skill levels
- Provide hands-on guidance to participants, ensuring they acquire essential mixology skills
- Develop creative and unique cocktail recipes that showcase both classic and contemporary mixology trends
- Stay abreast of industry trends and incorporate innovative techniques and ingredients into masterclass content
- Expertly demonstrate various mixology techniques, including muddling, shaking, stirring, and garnishing
- Emphasize the importance of precision and creativity in cocktail preparation
- Share in-depth knowledge about different spirits, liqueurs, bitters, and other essential ingredients
- Provide insights into the history and cultural significance of various cocktails.
Customer Service Advisor
Payzone
11.2021 - 07.2023
- Respond promptly and professionally to customer inquiries, concerns, and requests via phone, email, or chat
- Provide accurate information and solutions to resolve customer issues, escalating complex problems to appropriate departments if necessary
- Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to products or services, guiding customers through step-by-step solutions
- Document and categorize customer issues, escalating technical problems to the appropriate IT or technical support teams.
Swimming Teacher
DLR Meadowbrook
05.2013 - 09.2020
- Teaching Swimming techniques, swimming strokes and water safety rules to students
- Assessing the progress of students and adjusting teaching programs accordingly
- Planning Swimming lessons that take into account students abilities and development
- Monitoring students to prevent accidents and injuries.
Lifeguard
DLR Meadowbrook
05.2013 - 09.2020
- Overseeing activities at an aquatic facility
- Explaining and enforcing rules, regulations and policies to ensure the safety of everyone
- Monitoring designated areas to recognize signs of danger
- Responding to emergencies and rescuing swimmers in danger of drowning.
Receptionist
DLR Meadowbrook
05.2013 - 09.2020
- Meeted and greeted new customers upon arrival and assisted them with whatever matter was needed
- Answer and recorded cash payment and closed till
- Monitored and recorded cash payment and closed till
- Helped with ongoing and incoming emails for the company and staff.
Education
Bachelors Degree - Irish & Music
University College Dublin
01.2020
Secondary School -
Coláiste Eoin
05.2016
Primary School -
Scoil Naithi
05.2010
Skills
- Music - I play 6 instruments
- Languages - Fluent in English & Irish
- Qualified Lifeguard & Swimming Teacher
- TEFL English Teacher
Certification
- Qualified RLSS Lifeguard
- RLSS UK (2013) Qualified IWS Level 1 Swimming Instructor
- IWS Ireland (2013) Code of Ethics & Child Protection
- Qualified Go Games GAA Referee
- Qualified TEFL English Teacher
Profile
Collaborates effectively and efficiently with others within the Camps, Swimming Pool and as a Cocktail Teacher. Leader of up to 25 person team that showed extraordinary work and had great patience and fun with teaching the class, Great Verbal,Written and social skills dealing with ongoing meeting with managers, communicating with clients and also with the kids, Customising my own games/skills and creating my own personal cocktails to empower their learning experiences to the fullest, Always on top of my time management trying to optimize the best learning opportunities for students., Goal Oriented and target driven, Fluent in Irish (Ireland's National Language)
Awards
- 5 Dublin Grúpa Ceoil Medals
- 5 Leinster Grúpa Ceoil Medals
- Musician in Clann Lir Production (Ireland)
- Division 2 Dublin Club Champio
References
- Joe Thurston, Director of Tour & Guides at Travel Bar, support@tbtravelbound.com
- Darren O'Connor, DLR Meadowbrook, doconnor@dlrleisure.ie
- Patrick Ball, Complete Carpentry P Ball, 0872693243
- Micheál McStay, Payzone, Michael.McStay@payzone.ie
Extracurricular Activities
Volunteer at DSPCA - Volunteered every week in transition year helping by walking dogs, feeding them and minding them Sister of Charity at St.Margarets Nursing Home - Volunteered with helping the elderly with their dinners, making tea, playing games and interacting with them
Timeline
Point Force Carpentry
Carpentry
11.2023 - 04.2024
Cocktail Masterclass Teacher
Travel Bar
11.2022 - 09.2023
Customer Service Advisor
Payzone
11.2021 - 07.2023
Apprentice Carpenter
Complete Carpentry
01.2021 - 12.2022
Swimming Teacher
DLR Meadowbrook
05.2013 - 09.2020
Lifeguard
DLR Meadowbrook
05.2013 - 09.2020
Receptionist
DLR Meadowbrook
05.2013 - 09.2020
Bachelors Degree - Irish & Music
University College Dublin
Secondary School -
Coláiste Eoin
Primary School -
Scoil Naithi
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