CV of Tanya Harris
PERSONAL STATEMENT
I am committed, presentable and reliable.
I fully understand the importance of solid customer relationships, quality service and attention to detail.
I am seeking a position in an environment where I am afforded the opportunity to use all my skills, knowledge and experience, and where I can grow to my full potential. PERSONAL DETAILS
Full names Tanya-Marié Harris
Gender Female
Marital status Single
Identity number 850***-****-***
Phone numbers Cell 072-***-**** Alternate Cell: 071-***-**** Home address Unit 24, The Atrium, Ballito
Email address ***********@*****.***
Languages Fluent in English and Afrikaans
Driver's licence Code 08 (EB)
State of health Excellent
Hobbies and Interests Outdoor life; Sports; Music. KEY COMPETENCIES
Ability to communicate and interact with persons on all levels of intellect.
Good team player.
Consistently meets deadlines, goals and targets.
Committed and reliable, with good time-management skills. EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
Name of company Fidelity Fire Solutions (office based in New Germany) Period August 2019 to current
Position held Fire Product Sales Consultant (for the entire KZN area) Main
responsibilities
Servicing existing clients, resolving queries/concerns.. Sourcing new business via research and cold calling. Site surveys and assessments.
Compiling quotes.
Ensuring job cards are submitted timeously.
Attending regular departmental meetings; via conference call where necessary.
Researching new methods and concepts.
General office administration/compiling own
correspondence.
Name of company N3 Fire Howick (Howick)
Period September 2009 - July 2019
Position held Fire Technician/Sales and Site Supervisor Main
responsibilities
Servicing existing clients/sourcing new clients; resolving queries/concerns.
New installations.
Refilling existing fire extinguishers
Compiling quotes and invoices
Supervising staff on site.
General office administration.
Reason for leaving Secured a position with Fidelity Fire Solutions, KZN Name of company Aluwood Windows & Doors (Pretoria) Period October 2008 - August 2009
Position held Office Administrator/Personal Assistant Main
responsibilities
Ensured the smooth running of all office activities. Compiled and submitted quotes.
Personal assistant to owner
Conducted research/input for CCMA cases.
Reason for leaving Relocated back to KZN.
Name of
company
Coombe and Associates (Debt Collectors) (Pretoria) Period October 2006 - September 2008
Position held Receptionist/Secretary
Main
responsibilities
Setting up boardroom for meetings; preparing handouts etc. Regular liaison with clients regarding debt owing/payment arrangements.
Receiving clients; manning the switchboard.
Reason for
leaving
No room for growth/secured a position with
Aluwood Windows and Doors.
Name of
establishment
Cranford Country Lodge (Howick)
Period February 2006 - September 2006
Position held Front of House Manager/P.A.to owner
Main
responsibilities
Receiving guests/checking guests in/out.
Supervising housekeeping staff/ensuring rooms are in pristine condition prior to guests' arrival.
Planned/organised/catering for weddings/other functions Filled in for owner in her absence.
Reason for
leaving
Hotel management/internship completed.
Name of
establishment
Fern Hill Hotel (Midmar Dam/KZN Midlands)
Period February 2005 - January 2006
Position held Receptionist/Waitron/Bar Lady/Housekeeping duties Main
responsibilities
Receiving guests/checking guests in/out.
Bar duties, including cash-up and stock control.
Waitron in dining room/cleaning of crockery and cutlery. Cleaned all rooms; preparing them for guests' arrival. Assisted with planning/organising/catering of functions. EDUCATION
Name of Institution Hoërskool Voortrekker (Pietermaritzburg) Final year 2004
Highest standard passed Matric (Grade 12)
Subjects
English, Afrikaans, Mathematics, Biology, Hotel
Keeping and Catering.
TERTIARY EDUCATION/COURSES COMPLETED (Certificates available) Institution Action Training Academy (Springfield Park) Certification attained SAQCC Fire Service Technician Date February 2011
Institution Fern Hill Training College
Certification attained
Accommodation Services, Hospitality Reception,
and Food & Beverage Services
Date December 2005
COMPUTER LITERACY
Proficient in Internet and Email systems.
Proficient in Word. Knowledge of Excel.
REFERENCES
Name Designation Relationship Contact number
Mr Hendrik Swanepoel Fire Systems Engineer Fidelity Fire Solutions 083-***-**** Mr Dirk Schoeman Owner : Talk Lumber
Customers of N3
Fire, Howick
Mr Otto Kruger Owner : O & S Electrical 082-***-****