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Herleen Orffer

Durban

Summary

Dynamic Facility Maintenance Clerk with the South African National Defence Force, recognized for enhancing productivity through effective task prioritization and meticulous attention to detail. Proven ability in database management and customer service, consistently exceeding performance metrics while fostering a collaborative team environment. Committed to maintaining confidentiality and supporting departmental goals.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Facility Maintenance Clerk

South African National Defence Force
01.2010 - 02.2023
  • Provided critical support during emergencies such as power outages or natural disasters, working closely with colleagues to restore normalcy as quickly as possible.
  • Increased overall productivity by effectively prioritizing maintenance tasks based on urgency and resources available.
  • Regular correspondence (verbal and written) with other state entities such as the Department of Public Works.
  • Continues updating of registers (fault report register, payment register, DPW registers).
  • Assist with daily administration tasks (typing of letters, complete roll call register).

Intelligence Processing Clerk

South African National Defence Force
01.1998 - 01.2010
  • Prepare powerpoint presentations for supervisor.
  • Filed electronic and hard copy documents to maintain organized records.
  • Demonstrated attention to detail while accurately entering alphanumeric data from various source documents into computer systems.
  • Provided backup support to other clerical staff, further contributing to a positive and collaborative work environment.
  • Supported departmental goals by consistently meeting or exceeding established performance metrics related to productivity and quality standards.

Communication Clerk

South African National Defence Force
05.1995 - 01.1998
  • Streamlined office operations by performing various clerical tasks such as copying, scanning and typing of letters.
  • Assisted with event planning and coordination, ensuring successful execution of functions and gatherings.
  • Ensured accurate record-keeping through diligent maintenance of digital databases and physical files.
  • Delivered quality clerical support to staff.
  • Elevated departmental performance through consistent adherence to deadlines for assigned projects or tasks.
  • Increased department productivity by providing administrative support to team members as needed.
  • Maintained confidentiality when handling sensitive information, adhering to company policies and procedures at all times.

Education

No Degree - Security Risk Management

University of South Africa
Pretoria, South Africa
05-2012

High School Diploma -

Diamantveld High School
Kimberley
12-1993

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Time management
  • File/records maintenance
  • Team coordination
  • Accounts payable
  • Meticulous attention to detail
  • General office functions
  • Database management
  • Multitasking
  • Collaborative team player

Timeline

Facility Maintenance Clerk

South African National Defence Force
01.2010 - 02.2023

Intelligence Processing Clerk

South African National Defence Force
01.1998 - 01.2010

Communication Clerk

South African National Defence Force
05.1995 - 01.1998

No Degree - Security Risk Management

University of South Africa

High School Diploma -

Diamantveld High School
Herleen Orffer