Work History

Board of Trustees | Matamata Primary School

Elected September 2025 - Present

  • Governance: Contribute to school policy and strategic planning
  • Community engagement: Represent parent and community interests
  • Decision-making: Collaborate with fellow board members
Matamata Primary school BOT election results

Small Business Ownership | Lichard Cleaning Services Ltd

September 2024 - February 2026 | Waharoa

  • Residential cleaning: Regular and deep cleans, including end of tenancy
  • Full business operations: Managed all aspects from finance to customer relations
  • Entrepreneurial mindset: Developed business planning and marketing skills
Gerren and Richelle portrait Lichard Services Ltd

Senior Warehouse Operator | Ixom Pty

April 2021 - August 2024 | Morrinsville

  • Team leadership: Led warehouse operators in a food-grade chemical environment
  • Quality control: Oversaw compliance with strict regulations and procedures
  • Training & safety: Delivered health & safety training and operational protocols
Gerren at Ixom

Professional Skills

Operational

Core Competencies

  • Leadership: Managing teams and business functions.
  • Compliance: Health & safety and quality control.
  • Planning: Experienced in governance and policy development.

Soft Skills

Core Competencies

  • Communication: Ability to interact with, co-operate with and build positive relationships.
  • Adaptability: Being a quick learner and having a positive attitude.
  • Teamwork: Collaborate with the group to achieve the objective, positively contribute to discussions and decision-making.
Contact Me
NZ CTU Health & Safety Representatives
NZ Council of Trade Unions - H&S Rep
Fire Extinguisher Certificate
Fire Extinguisher Handling
Reference from New World Te Rapa Owner
Reference from New World Te Rapa

Official Academic Record

For verified educational results, view my NZQA Record of Achievement (PDF) .

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