Murray Naylor

 

 

 

OBJECTIVE

 

To develop a vocation where I can take on new and exciting challenges, within a position of responsibility, with initiative and commitment, to contribute positively to an organisation.

 

 

EXPERIENCE


2009    Geoff Noad Energy Centre, Blenheim, New Zealand  (BP website) (webpage)
Forecourt Shift Supervisor
  Staff training in filling LPG bottles and assisting staff in product knowledge
  Customer service and merchandising
  Adhering to health and safety plus security procedures established on site
  Accurate recording of wetstock and the LPG tank percentage readings
  Handling of customer complaints with courtesy
  Prompt reconciling on packing slips/invoices and recording of PLU's
  Auditing staff performance to ensure daily and weekly tasks are completed accurately and efficiently
  Providing full forecourt service, checking water and oil, washing windscreens and tyre inflation
  Entrusted with safe combination 
  Ordering and merchandising of lubricants and suppliers
  Liasing with management and mechanics
  Overseeing daily operations in showroom and forecourt 
  New Zealand Couriers ticketing of domestic and international freight




 
2008 – 2009     Franz Josef Glacier Motors, Franz Josef, New Zealand
Cashier/ New Zealand Postal agent  (part time)
  Cutting door and automotive keys
  NZ Post service, ticketing parcel and sorting mail
  Processing magazine and returns from Netlink, Gordon and Gotch, and independent magazine distributors
  Weekly ordering of cigarretes from British American Tobacco
  Preparing till floats
  Opening and closing of premises (Held keys and numerals access to keypad security alarm)




 
2008 – 2009     Glacier Valley Ecotours, Franz Josef, New Zealand  (website)
Hiking Guide/ Shuttle driver
  Guiding and interpretative tours to Franz Josef and Fox Glacier terminals plus Lake Matheson and Okarito beach
  Safe guiding practise during flooding and torrential rain
  Guiding infants, adolescent, adults and geriatric clients in the Franz Josef Valley
  Exterior and interior cleaning van fleet
  Vehicle maintenance and servicing
  Repair and maintenance of umbrellas
  Shuttle driving with village pick ups at hotels, motels, campervan parks and backpackers to glacier car park and return
  Rostered to answer phone in evenings and weekends
  Providing evening service to and from resorts
  Phone and counter reception duties from Scott Base Tourist Information Centre
  Sole charge and responsibility of business when owners away
  Staff training of new guides
  Weekly tours with American clients, from Overseas Adventure Travel tour groups
  Charter driving for Magic Bus from Franz Josef to Wanaka 




 
2008      Hukawai Indoor Ice Climbing Center , Franz Josef Glacier, New Zealand (website)
Indoor Ice Climbing Instructor
  Instructing children, adolescents and adults in ice climbing and belaying techniques in ice chamber 
  Shoveling chip ice from hopper into 3 phase snow blower  using safe practises
  Hand packing of ice suspended in bowsons chair, using layering to create ice formations
  Hauling artifitial snow via pulley to ice packing staff
  Regular inspections of ropes, mallions, crampons, ice axes, harneses and  climbing boots 
  Daily inspections of refrigeration plant and recording of ice chamber temperatures
  Hauling artificial snow via pulley to ice packing staff
  Hukawai representative for Franz Josef Glacier Guides Ocupational and Safety Health commitee
  Training of junior Glacier Guides and Polytechnic students and safe instructing techniques in ice chamber 
  Retail sales at reception of clothing, souvenirs and multimedia self guided natural history tour  
  Assistance in cafe with counter sales and making of coffees 
  Daily removal of ice debris through raking  and carrying in buckets   
  Liasing with Franz Josef Glacier Guides Marketing Manager   
  Conducting famils with tourism industry operators and associated staff professionally   
  Regular testing and running of back up diesel generator   
  Using Grigri and Petzls ascenders to replace ropes and ice packing procedures    
  Daily visual inspections plus palpation of ropes and milking of ropes when required    
  Using Ibis and Citrix computer main frame booking systems 




 
2007 – 2008     Geoff Noad Energy Centre, Blenheim, New Zealand (BP website) (webpage) (Reference)
Forecourt Attendant

  Kiosk, shop and forecourt duties
  Dealing with Coca-Cola Rep and ordering of beverages
  Maintaining fridge and stock levels of drinks
  Opening premises in mornings
  Coordinating magazines, supplied by Gordon and Gotch, Netlink and Independent Magazine Distributors
  Magazine displays, returns and weekly stocktakes
  Ordering of Renwick Meat Market pies
  Merchandising and stock displays
  New Zealand Couriers ticketing of domestic and international freight
  Dealing with New Zealand Couriers inward and outward freight
  Tyre repair and wheel balancing
  Assisting mechanics when requested 
  Preparing till floats




 
2007       Agriquality, Blenheim, New Zealand  (website)(website) (Reference)
Didymo Public Relations (part time) 
  Educating domestic and foreign travellers to prevent the spread of the algae (Didymosphenia geminata)
  Contracted by Biosecurity New Zealand to be stationed at the Picton Ferry Terminal
  Dealing with motorists sailing on the Interisland and Bluebridge Ferries
  Giving verbal and written information on the spread of didymo and preventative cleaning application



 
 
2007      Southern Wilderness/Adventure Guides, Picton, New Zealand  (website)
Driver/Guide (Seasonal)
  Guiding on Heaphy Track and hiking in fresh food
  Support driving and providing van pick up at end of trek
  Client meal preparation


 


2006 – 2007  Placemakers, Blenheim, New Zealand
 (website)
Retail Salesman
  Providing sales, service and information to Handymen and Tradespeople
  Merchandising a variety of building supply products
  Dealing with phone and counter enquiries
  Daily rolling stocktakes
  Dealing with inwards goods and stock pricing
  Mixing of paints
 
 



2005 - 2007      Geoff Noad Energy Centre, Blenheim, New Zealand  (BP website) (webpage) (Reference)
Forecourt Attendant (part-time)
  Kiosk and forecourt duties on weekends
  Cleaning and stock replacement
  Filling of LPG powered vehicles and LPG gas bottles
  Making coffees
  Tyre repairs




2005 – 2006   Haack Construction, Blenheim, New Zealand  (website)
Trainee Builder
  Experience in construction of residential housing and extensions
  Refurbish classrooms with spectrum fabric covered pinex and installation of cabinets and whiteboards
  Remodelling interior of car dealership
  Construction of motel unit
  Extensions to Blenheim Croquet Club
  Insurance repairs for earthquake, water, and fire damage
  Building changing rooms in retail store
  Study towards National Certificate in Carpentry with BCITO
 




2004 – 2005      Findlater Construction, Blenheim, New Zealand  (website)
Builder’s Labourer/Concrete Worker/Truck Driver
  Experience in construction of residential housing and extensions
  Study towards National Certificate in Carpentry with BCITO
  Installation of Oasis Clearwater water treatment system
  Driving and operation of dump trucks
  Concrete laying of foundations, driveways and paths
  Experience with plain, coloured, imprinted and exposed aggregate concrete
  Operating loader to load trucks with fill
 




2004 - 2005      Southern Wilderness/Adventure Guides, Picton, New Zealand  (website)
Guide (Seasonal)
  Hiking guiding on Nadia and Queen Charlotte Tracks and Nelson Lakes area
  Driver for walking wine tours in Marlborough wineries and vineyards





2003 - 2004   Marlborough Sounds Adventure Company, Picton, New Zealand  (website
Hiking and Sea Kayak Guide (seasonal)
  Hiking guiding 4 and 5 day trips on the Queen Charlotte Track
  Research and development for hikes in St Arnaud area
  Hiking guiding in the Nelson Lakes National Park
  Sea kayak guiding in Queen Charlotte and Kenepuru Sounds
  Facilitating pre-trip meetings with clients
  Lunch preparation and evening meal wine selection
  Liaising with resort and water taxi staff
 




2003    Cardrona Alpine Resort, Wanaka, New Zealand  (website)
Freight Driver/Cleaner (seasonal)
  Driving four tonne freight truck on ski field access road in snow and ice
  Delivering rubbish to Wanaka Wastebusters
  Actively involved in recycling initiative
  Forklift loading at Northern Southland Transport and Upper Clutha Transport
  Cleaning and maintenance of Base and Captain’s toilets
  Collection and dispatch of water samples
  Laundry delivery for Resort Apartments and Crèche
  Delivering equipment for Lift Operations, Road Crew, Terrain Park, Workshop and Groomer Department
  Transporting gear for Rentals, Promotions, Events Department plus Ski and Snow Board School
  Carting retail merchandise for Resort Shop
  Delivering medical supplies and equipment for Ski Patrol
  Coordinating and moving of sound equipment, alcohol, cooking utensils and food for staff functions
  Freighting of fresh and frozen foods, beverages, alcohol, cleaning products, kegs and 45kg LPG cylinders for Resort Cafes



 
2002 - 2003       Hiking New Zealand, Lyttelton, New Zealand  (website) (Brochure) (Reference) (photo) (photo) (photo)
Hiking/Touring Guide (seasonal)
  Sole charge for 4-10 day hiking tours in South Island
  Overnight backcountry adventure with international clients
  Fostering and dealing with group dynamics
  Developing contingency plans for inclement weather
  Environmental interpretation in coach and field
  Sea kayak guiding on Okarito Lagoon
  Safe driving practices with van and covered in trailer
  Training for Eastern Epic product
 



2002    Cardrona Alpine Resort, Wanaka, New Zealand  (website)  (Reference) (photo)
Car Parker, Maintenance and Freight Delivery (seasonal)
  Erection of advertising signs on chairlift towers, while in use
  Car parking and driving of shuttle vehicles
  Freight delivery with heavy trade, vehicle and trailer
  Authorised driver for staff transportation to resort
  Maintenance work in base buildings
  General cleaning and rubbish disposal
  Road sweeping and gritting
  Early start duties for Vodafone World Junior Snowboard Championship




2002       The Guiding Company, Franz Josef, New Zealand (Reference) (photo)
Operations Manager (Seasonal)
  Staff management and training
  Development of staff training matrix
  Organising staff roster
  Liaising with other Glacier Guiding company
  Radio and television promotion
  Active guiding role on ice
  Supplying own images for promotional material
  Computer operator

 


2001 - 2002      Nature Safaris, Lyttelton, New Zealand  
Hiking/Touring Guide (Seasonal)
  Sole charge for 4-10 hiking tours in South Island wilderness
  Safe driving practices with van and covered in trailer
  Teaching backcountry skills
  Organising menus and bulk food purchases
  Putting down hangi (earth oven) and overseeing cooking
  Organising duty roster
  Vehicle cleaning
  Stove and tent use and maintenance

 

1999 - 2001      The Guiding Company, Franz Josef, New Zealand  
Glacier Guide (Seasonal)
  Ice climbing instruction
  Indoor climbing wall instruction
  Half day, full day and helihikes on glacier
  Reception, retail sales and end of day balancing
  Interpretation skills, group management skills and risk analysis
  Safety coordinator with ice leg, of Mizone Endurozone race
  Staff training and management
  Filmed and interviewed in travel documentaries
  Spokesperson in television and radio advertising
 



 
1999 - 2000      Wildtrax, Franz Josef, New Zealand  
Guide and and Off Road Driver (Seasonal and Part-Time)
  Operation of Unimog 4 WD and amphibious Argo through creeks
  Interpretation in coastal rain forest and on beach
  Staff training of vehicles use and river crossings
 



1999 - 2000   Internet Outpost, Franz Josef, New Zealand
 
Reception and Computer Operator (Part-Time)
  Reception duties
  Promotion for tourist based activities
  Computer operator
  Cash handling and daily balancing

 


1999 - 2000    Beeches Restaurant, Franz Josef, New Zealand   
Waiter and Dishwasher (Seasonal and Part-Time)
  Waitering and runners duties
  Dish washing and cleaning
  Food preparation
 



2000      Cardrona Alpine Resort, Wanaka, New Zealand
 (website) (Reference)
Ski Instructor (Seasonal and Part-Time)
  Teaching adults and adolescents level 1-4
  Instructing children
  Group and safety management
  Tutoring private requests
 



1999    Cardrona Alpine Resort, Wanaka, New Zealand
 (website) (Reference)
Car Parker and Cleaner (Seasonal)
  Car parking for effective, efficient and safe maneuvering of vehicles
  Shuttling of clients between car parks
  Cleaning of public and staff toilets
  Safety briefings for drivers
 



1999    Atomic Shuttles, Christchurch, New Zealand
 (website)
Relief Driver (Casual)
  Passenger van transport from Fox Glacier to Greymouth and return
  Collecting passengers and tickets enroute
  Delivering local papers and handling luggage
  Towing covered in trailer
 



 
1998 - 1999    Café Neve, Fox Glacier, New Zealand  (Reference)
Waiter/Bar Tender (Seasonal and Part-Time)
  Food preparation and cleaning
  Dish washing
  Preparation of pizzas, desserts and coffees




 
1996 - 1999    Alpine Guides (Westland) Ltd, Fox Glacier, New Zealand  (website) (Reference) (photo) (photo)
Glacier Guide (Seasonal)
  Reception and retail sales
  Full day and half day glacier hikes
  Helihikes
  Boot reconstruction and repair
  Ice climbing instruction
  Terminal face walks
  Bush track construction and maintenance
  Guiding overnight climbs to Chancellor Dome
  Working with professional photographers from around globe
  Collation of interpretation material
  Involved with Australasian television drama series
  Interviewed by foreign and domestic magazines


 


1996 - 1998     Cardrona Alpine Resort, Wanaka, New Zealand  (website
Freight Driver, Car Parker, Lift Operator and Cleaner (Seasonal)
  Freight collection and delivery on ski field access road in snow and ice
  Waitering and food preparation
  Car parking and driving of shuttle vehicles
  Lift operation of chairlifts and platter lifts
  Assistance in workshop with maintenance staff
  General cleaning and rubbish disposal
 




1998    Wilderness Lodge Lake Moeraki, Lake Moeraki, New Zealand  (website) (Reference)
Nature Guide/Waiter (Seasonal)
  Ferns of the forest and medicinal plant walks
  Guided lake and river canoe trips
  Gold panning forest tours
  Coastal interpretation walks and ship creek
  Sea walk tour to Arnotts Point
  Rain forest tours and night sky walk
  Breakfast and evening waitering
 



1996 - 1997   Hobnail Café, Fox Glacier, New Zealand
 (Reference)
Waiter (Part-Time)
  Waitering
  Dish washing and cleaning
 




1996    Central Otago Stone, Alexandra, New Zealand
 (website)
Quarry Worker
  Driving of heavy machinery
  Selection and grading of schist rocks
  Drilling and laying explosives
  Packaging of rocks on pallets and loading into containers

 



1993 - 1996     Franz Josef Glacier Guides, Franz Josef, New Zealand  (website) (Reference)
Glacier Guide
  Full day and half day glacier hikes
  Bus commentaries along valley access road
  Boot reconstruction and repair
  Helihikes
  Guided trips in the Franz Josef Neve
  Evening glowworm tours
  Guided tours to Lake Matheson
  Acting in Canadian beer commercial on Glacier




 
1992 - 1993      Thompson and Westerink Limited, Christchurch, New Zealand  (Reference) (Reference)
Forecourt Attendant (Part-Time)
  Preparing banking and takings
  Sole charge position on weekends
  Customer service
  Cash transactions and end of day balancing
  Cleaning and stock replacement
 



1992      JA and KM Van Bysterveldt, Patetonga, New Zealand
 (Reference)
Dairy Farm Worker
  Fencing repair and construction
  Tractor driving for cultivation and harvesting
  Milking 120 cows morning and evening
  Animal husbandry and stock work
  Safe handling of hazardous chemicals and spraying
 



1992    MA Bennie and Son, Alexandra, New Zealand
 
Orchard Worker
  Harvesting of various stone and pip fruit
  Operation of fork lifts
  Packaging, labeling and grading of fruit for overseas market
 



1992    GL and FG Comer, Lanai, Hawaii, United States of America
  
Fencing Contractor
  Use of tractor mounted hydraulic post driver
  Construction of 15 miles of conventional wire fence
  Placement of gateways and gates
  Preparatory clearance of land
  Sighting of fence lines
  Construction of 50 miles, 2 wire electric fence
 



1990 - 1991      WL and ML Stevens, Longridge, New Zealand
 (Reference)
Farm Labourer
  Stock management of sheep, goats, cattle and deer
  Various applications of tractor work and farm implements
  Fencing and drainage construction
  Argo-forestry, planting, spraying and pruning
  Welding and carpentry projects in workshop
  Baleage contracting through Northern Southland


 

1989 - 1990   BP Elles Road, Invercargill, New Zealand  (BP website) (website) (Reference)
Forecourt Attendant and Tyre Bay Repair Manager
  Sole charge operation evenings and weekends
  Ordering of stock for all kiosk merchandise and tyres
  Staff training and organisation of duty roster
  Cash handling, account management and daily balancing
  Personal customer relations
  Relieving manager’s duties
 



1982 - 1989    Elles Road Services Ltd, Invercargill, New Zealand
  (Reference)
Forecourt Attendant (Part-Time)
Sole charge evenings and weekends
Cash handling and end of day balancing
Cleaning of forecourt, workshop, yard, tyre bay, toilets and office
Tyre repair
Fitting of batteries and wipers
Stock pricing and replacement


 

1977 - 1989     Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries, Invercargill, New Zealand  (website) (website) (Reference)(Reference)(Reference)
Livestock Officer  (Redundant from Restructuring)
Disease testing of various classes of domestic livestock
Apiary inspections for disease detection
Relieving meat inspector at Southland Freezing Works
Investigation of animal welfare complaints
Exotic disease training
Port agriculture quarantine duties
Piggery and rubbish dump inspections
Assistance to dairy, fisheries and research divisions
 
 


PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

 
2000              Ski Instructor Certificate (Level 4) (Scan)
                     Otago Polytechnic
 
1998              Avalanche Safety Management (Stage 1) (Scan)
                     Otago Polytechnic

1999              Lower Glacier Guides’ Assessment (Level 1)
(Scan)(Level 2) (Scan)(Senior) (Scan)
                     New Zealand Mountain Guides Association

1997              Pre Hospital Emergency Care Course for Ski Patrollers and Outdoor Recreation Staff  (Scan)
                     Auckland Institute of Technology, National Ambulance Officers’ Training School
 
1993              Outdoor Recreation Certificate  (Scan)
                     Tai Poutini Polytechnic, Greymouth
 
1993              Small Business Skills Diploma  (Scan)
                     Vocational Skills International Ltd, Christchurch
 
1987              Meat Inspectors’ Accreditation Certificate Stage 1  (Scan)
                     (Sheep and Lamb)
                     Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries
 
1981              Livestock Officers Certificate  (Scan) (ID card)
                     Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries
 

LEISURE INTERESTS
 

Hiking, Mountaineering, running, cycling, skiing, mountain biking, sea kayaking, caving, rock climbing, snow boarding, photography and travel.
 
2007 – Present    Kiwi Association of Sea Kayakers N.Z. Inc.
 
2004 - Present     Nelson/Marlborough Section of New Zealand Alpine Club
 
1998 - 1999         New Zealand Speleological Society
 
1995 - 1998         West Coast Section of New Zealand Alpine Club
 
1986 - 1990         Southland Canoe Club
 
1979 - 1990         Southland Tramping Club
 
1982 - 1988         Forest and Bird Society
 
1987 - 1989         Carlington Young Farmers
 
1982 - 1989         Southland Steam and Vintage Club
 
1977 - 1982         Rotoract Club
 
1977 - 1982         Southland Harriers
 
 

ACREDITATIONS
 
  Approved Filler Certificate (LPG)  (Scan)
  Cyanide and 1080 Licences  (Scan)
  Firearms Licence  (Scan)
        Current New Zealand Driver Licenses:  (Scan)
-     1 Light motor vehicle
-     2 Medium rigid vehicle
-     4 Heavy rigid vehicle
-     6 Motorcycle
-     P Passenger endorsement
-     F Forklift endorsement and OSH Certified  (Scan)
 
 
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