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Overview
Work History
Education
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Mere Ngawaka

BALDIVIS

Summary

Dynamic professional with extensive experience in leadership and customer service, notably at Goodtime Foods. Proven ability to enhance team productivity through effective communication and quick decision-making. Skilled in safety protocols and fostering a supportive environment, ensuring operational efficiency and high customer satisfaction. Reliable and adaptable, with a strong focus on achieving organizational goals.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Door Dasher

Door Dash
04.2023 - Current
  • Improved customer satisfaction by providing timely and accurate deliveries.
  • Managed multiple orders simultaneously, prioritizing tasks to ensure efficiency.
  • Utilized GPS navigation tools effectively to minimize travel duration while maximizing delivery capacity.
  • Navigated efficiently through various delivery routes for expedited service.
  • Developed and maintained professional relations between customer, store personnel, and company.
  • Enhanced communication with customers through proactive updates on order status.
  • Served customers promptly by smoothly collecting and delivering high volume of orders.
  • Maintained excellent ratings by consistently delivering orders in a professional manner.
  • Ensured order accuracy, double-checking items before leaving the pickup location.
  • Planned optimal routes to deliver multiple orders per trip and achieve strong performance ratings.

Support Worker

Toucan Taranaki
07.2018 - 04.2022
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Helped clients manage and reach individual goals, supporting independent progression and social skills.
  • Enhanced the quality of care for clients by providing personalized support and assistance with daily living activities.
  • Transported clients to appointments, shopping venues and entertainment events according to determined schedule.
  • Established trusting relationships with clients and their families through empathetic communication and active listening.
  • Developed strong rapport with clients by consistently demonstrating respect, understanding, and genuine concern for their wellbeing.
  • Kept clients engaged in social networks and communities for personal health and growth.
  • Safeguarded client well-being by monitoring health conditions, administering medications, and reporting any changes to appropriate medical professionals.
  • Coordinated appointments for clients with healthcare providers to promote consistent access to essential medical services.
  • Adapted quickly to changing work environments while maintaining high levels of productivity and professionalism under pressure.
  • Health and safety rep.
  • Union delegate.

Supervisor

Goodtime Foods
01.2015 - 09.2018
  • Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
  • Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
  • Improved customer satisfaction with timely response to inquiries, addressing concerns, and finding effective solutions.
  • Increased team productivity by implementing efficient workflows and setting clear expectations for staff members.
  • Resolved conflicts among team members promptly, maintaining a harmonious working environment conducive to productivity.
  • Enhanced communication within the team by holding regular meetings and encouraging open dialogue among all members.
  • Demonstrated commitment to the organization''s core values, leading by example and fostering a culture of excellence.
  • Collaborated with other departments to achieve organizational goals, fostering teamwork across various functions.
  • Conducted performance evaluations for staff members, identifying areas of improvement and guiding professional development plans.
  • Implemented safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents and maintain compliance with industry standards.
  • Reduced employee turnover by fostering a positive work environment and providing ongoing feedback to staff members.
  • Developed staff skills through targeted training programs, resulting in improved performance and career growth opportunities.
  • Achieved significant improvements in operational efficiency, introducing and enforcing quality control measures.
  • Reduced conflict incidents significantly, fostering cohesive team environment through effective conflict resolution strategies.
  • Forklift operator.
  • Nzqa in bakery industry.
  • Health and safety rep.

Supervisor

Kanuka Timber
04.2012 - 10.2015
  • Supervised 16 employees.
  • Produce laminated building frames.
  • Operated machinery.
  • Forklift operator.
  • Loading and unloading of trucks.
  • Packaged frames for dispatch.
  • Drove work van for pick up and drop off.
  • Nzqa qualifications for timber industry.
  • Daily production meetings.
  • Conducted job interviews.
  • Health and safety rep.
  • Cash handling.
  • Grading of timber.

Seafood Team Member

Pak N Save
03.2010 - 09.2012
  • Serve from display cabinet.
  • Restocking.
  • Picking product for customers.
  • Ordering stock.
  • Stock rotation.
  • Food handling.
  • Also worked in butchery department when needed.

Education

Taradale High School
New Zealand

Skills

  • Quick decision making
  • Patience and tolerance
  • Reliability and punctuality
  • Safety awareness
  • Can work alone
  • Can work in a team environment
  • Multi task
  • Honest
  • Look after team mates and help when needed
  • Eye for detail
  • Easily adjustable

Timeline

Door Dasher

Door Dash
04.2023 - Current

Support Worker

Toucan Taranaki
07.2018 - 04.2022

Supervisor

Goodtime Foods
01.2015 - 09.2018

Supervisor

Kanuka Timber
04.2012 - 10.2015

Seafood Team Member

Pak N Save
03.2010 - 09.2012

Taradale High School
Mere Ngawaka