SHELDON BARBER
Eaton
Summary
- Perviously employed as Grounds Manager at Ngalangangpum School (CEWA Education), responsible for maintaining the school grounds including lawns, irrigation, toilet cleaning, and general maintenance.
- Previous experience working as a Corrections Officer, managing inmate welfare, collaborating with case managers, probation officers, and family members to ensure appropriate interventions.
- Developed strong skills in vigilance, time management, patience, and communication through diverse roles.
- Experience spans multiple industries including customer service, design, construction, and maintenance, providing a well-rounded skill set and ability to work with diverse people.
- Known for a strong work ethic, eagerness to learn, and adaptability, bringing enthusiasm and professionalism to all roles.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Grounds Manager
Ngalangangpum School
01.2024 - Current
- General maintenance and care of school grounds
- Mowing lawns, running irrigation systems, garden work, cleaning
- Collaborating with community services
Labourer
Lowes Family Wine Co
01.2023 - 01.2023
- Vineyard work including working vines, mowing lawns, brush cutting
- General maintenance tasks
Corrections Officer
Department of Corrections Aotearoa
01.2020 - 01.2023
- Trained new recruits for corrections officer role
- Managed high-security, remand, mainstream, segregated, and youth inmates
- Worked in management unit with At-Risk and Protective segregated inmates
- Served as Physical Education Officer
Graphics Tutor
Design School
01.2017 - 01.2020
- Tutored inmates in manual and computer graphic design processes
- Delivered youth programs within corrections facilities
- Provided instruction in Adobe Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere Pro)
- Completed freelance design projects
Labourer
CPB
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Worked on Transmission Gully project involving erosion control, water systems, and vehicle operation
- Performed heavy lifting, digging, and general labour duties
Education
Level 3
Corrections
Palmerston North01.2020
Bachelor - Applied Visual Imaging, Level 7
UCOL
Palmerston North01.2016
Certificate - Visual Art And Design, Level 4
UCOL
Palmerston North01.2013
Certificate - Engineering, Level 3
UCOL
Palmerston North01.2013
Skills
- Positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking
- Excellent communication
- Organizational skills
- Team leadership
- Decision-making
- Problem resolution
- Task prioritization
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Grounds Manager
Ngalangangpum School
01.2024 - Current
Labourer
Lowes Family Wine Co
01.2023 - 01.2023
Corrections Officer
Department of Corrections Aotearoa
01.2020 - 01.2023
Graphics Tutor
Design School
01.2017 - 01.2020
Labourer
CPB
01.2016 - 01.2017
Level 3
Corrections
Bachelor - Applied Visual Imaging, Level 7
UCOL
Certificate - Visual Art And Design, Level 4
UCOL
Certificate - Engineering, Level 3
UCOL