Profile Summary:
I am a mechanically minded individual with a strong interest in welding, fabrication, and engineering workshop practices. I have recently completed a Level 3 Mechanical Engineering qualification and am eager to begin an apprenticeship or entry-level role where I can continue developing my practical skills. I bring a positive attitude, strong work ethic, and a commitment to working safely and contributing to a team.
Experience:
I have worked in a hospitality environment, supporting both kitchen and front-of-house operations. My responsibilities have included dishwashing, maintaining cleanliness, assisting with customer service, preparing menus, serving drinks, and ensuring hygiene and health and safety standards were met. Through this role, I have developed strong communication skills, reliability, and the ability to work efficiently in a busy team environment. I am keen to apply these transferable skills in an engineering or fabrication setting.
Qualifications held:
- NZ Certificate in Mechanical Engineering (Level 3)
- Various NZQA Unit Standards in Construction Trades (BCATS)
- NCEA Level 2
- NCEA Level 1
- Class 1 Driver Licence
- Class 6 Driver Licence
Skills held:
- Mechanical engineering fundamentals
- Welding process knowledge
- Workshop tools and safety procedures
- Basic machining and fabrication skills
- Customer service
- Communication skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Independent working
- Health and safety awareness
- Time management
- Organisation skills
- Quick learner
- Reliability and strong work ethic
- Adaptability
- Problem solving
- Following instructions accurately
- Front-of-house support
- Kitchen and hospitality operations
- Maintaining hygiene standards
- Manual and practical hands-on work
