Riley Pereka
Gold Coast
Summary
I'm originally from Whanganui, New Zealand, and recently moved to the Gold Coast in August to build my career prospects. I've worked in many different fields but most notably for over two years as an Electrical Trade Assistant in new build homes, home renovations, solar panel installation and various electrical installations and large commercial projects where I learned the trade hands-on, worked hard, and proved myself to be reliable on site. Im confident with hand and power tools, safety focused and enjoy practical and team based work.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Manager - Fitness Industry
City Gym Whanganui
01.2025 - 08.2025
- Oversaw financial systems through Xero, including accurate invoicing, account reconciliation, and processing payments.
- Supervised staff scheduling, payroll, and performance while on-boarding and mentoring new employees to ensure they adapted quickly and effectively.
- Built and maintained strong relationships with members and different companies, ensuring clear communication about memberships, invoicing, and payment schedules.
- Designed detailed Excel spreadsheets to track memberships, payments, and financial data, ensuring accurate and up to date reporting.
Electrical Trade Assistant
Boss Electrical
02.2024 - 08.2025
- I worked alongside licensed electricians on new home builds, renovation projects and construction sites.
- Used power tools daily and became confident in safe, efficient tool handling.
- Helped with electrical installations, wiring, cable management, and general site support.
- Learned to interpret electrical plans and skematics
- Learned a lot on the job by asking questions, listening and getting stuck in.
- Kept worksites safe and tidy, following safety procedures at all times.
- Gained a reputation for being reliable, hardworking and willing to learn.
Electrical Trade assistant
Laser Electrical
01.2021 - 09.2021
- Worked with a wide range of hand and power tools to put together and install electrical systems on job sites.
- Helped run and bend conduit, set up junction boxes and wire switches and other electrical parts
- Gained a solid foundation of the electrical trade
- Learned to spot problems and fix them quickly, showing good problem solving and a practical approach.
General Staff Member
Hole in one challenge Taupo
11.2023 - 02.2024
- Greeted local and international customers in a friendly and professional manner.
- Operated cash register, credit card machine, and other electronic equipment accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated excellent communication and interpersonal skills when dealing with customers.
- Working in a busy fast passed business environment.
Education
NCEA 1-3 + University Entrance -
11.2020
Bachelor of Commerce - undefined
11.2023
Timeline
Operations Manager - Fitness Industry
City Gym Whanganui
01.2025 - 08.2025
Electrical Trade Assistant
Boss Electrical
02.2024 - 08.2025
General Staff Member
Hole in one challenge Taupo
11.2023 - 02.2024
Electrical Trade assistant
Laser Electrical
01.2021 - 09.2021