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Dylan James

Dylan James

Engineering Cadet
Saldanha,WC

Summary

Driven student leveraging studies in maritime seeks real-world experience as business Psychologist. Offers strong interpersonal and task prioritization skills.

Enthusiastic Cadet eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Clear understanding of standing orders and responsibilities and training in my Cadetship. Motivated to learn, grow and excel in the direction I have set out for myself and my place in the world markets.

Overview

2
2
Languages
10
10
years of post-secondary education
6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Engineering Cadet

Sea Harvest Co. (PTY) Ltd.
Saldanha, Western Cape
01.2017 - Current
  • Established and maintained preventive maintenance program for marine engines and related marine research equipment.
  • Troubleshot mechanical failures aboard vessels in-harbor and on water.
  • Mastered sophisticated software applications, databases and automated systems to accomplish work.
  • Performed preventive maintenance procedures on vessels.
  • Conducted ship checks, climbing narrow ladders and entering confined spaces to perform duties.
  • Reviewed mission requirements and identified appropriate equipment to achieve goals.
  • Performed routine maintenance tasks, including lowering, raising and cleaning ship's anchor.
  • Drove achievement of environmental objectives and implementation of environmental management system.
  • Operated hand and power tools associated with marine engine and equipment repair.

QC Auditor

Sea Harvest Co. (PTY) Limited
Saldanha, Western Cape
08.2016 - 12.2016
  • Compiled general ledger entries on short schedule with 100% accuracy.
  • Identified management control weaknesses and provided value added suggestions for remediation.
  • Oversaw daily operations to ensure high levels of productivity.
  • Conducted research, gathered information from multiple sources and presented results.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
  • Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
  • Created plans and communicated deadlines to ensure projects were completed on time.

General Labor Worker

Sandelmi
Saldanha, Western Cape
04.2016 - 08.2016
  • Maintained work areas by cleaning and straightening for maximum productivity and safety.
  • Used shovels or heavy equipment to move different materials based on job needs.
  • Maintained team safety by controlling traffic around and within site.
  • Prepared, poured and spread materials such as concrete and asphalt at designated locations.
  • Erected and dismantled scaffolding, braces, shoring walls and other temporary structures.

Head Bartender

Fandango's
Vereeniging, Gauteng
02.2015 - 07.2015
  • Poured and prepared mixed drinks for over a handful to 100 customers daily.
  • Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
  • Polished glassware, bussed tables and removed debris to keep customer areas clean.
  • Kept detailed inventories and notified management of ordering needs for liquor, beer, wine and bar supplies.
  • Trained 2 new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation and sanitation protocol.
  • Maintained secure cash drawers, promptly resolving discrepancies in daily totals.

Restaurant Waiter and Bartender

Fandango's
Vereeniging, Gauteng
11.2013 - 01.2014
  • Quickly reset and cleaned up tables after customers left to enable speedy turnaround and guest flow.
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
  • Strategically timed check-ins with customers to take orders and confirm satisfaction with meals after delivery, taking action to correct any problems.
  • Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals and walk-in business.
  • Quickly and clearly communicated dining orders to kitchen staff, directing attention to special requests or dietary restrictions.
  • Used slow periods to restock supplies, ice, trays and delivery bags.
  • Applied comprehensive knowledge of wine, cider and beer to increase daily beverage sales.
  • Kept register accurate through correct billing, payment processing and cash management practices.
  • Increased sales significantly by upselling higher-end products to customers.
  • Checked identification for minimum age for sale of alcoholic beverages.
  • Collected payment for food and drinks served, balanced cash receipts and maintained accurate cash drawer.
  • Mixed both standard and specialized drink orders using variety of ingredients, including liquor, bitters, sugars and fruits.

Education

High School Diploma -

Hoërskool Overvaal
Vereeniging
01.2009 - 12.2013

No Degree - Preparatory Program

Vaal University of Technology
Vanderbijlpark
01.2014 - 12.2015

Marine Engineering

Cape Peninsula University of Technology
Granger Bay, Cape Town
01.2018 - Current

Skills

Flexible & Adaptable

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Contact Details

E-mail address : dylan.kenneth.7@gmail.com

Cellphone Number : 0625313598

Timeline

Marine Engineering

Cape Peninsula University of Technology
01.2018 - Current

Engineering Cadet

Sea Harvest Co. (PTY) Ltd.
01.2017 - Current

QC Auditor

Sea Harvest Co. (PTY) Limited
08.2016 - 12.2016

General Labor Worker

Sandelmi
04.2016 - 08.2016

Head Bartender

Fandango's
02.2015 - 07.2015

No Degree - Preparatory Program

Vaal University of Technology
01.2014 - 12.2015

Restaurant Waiter and Bartender

Fandango's
11.2013 - 01.2014

High School Diploma -

Hoërskool Overvaal
01.2009 - 12.2013

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