George Shikanda
WAREHOUSE ASSISTANTS /DRIVER
STANLEY
Summary
Establishes positive relationships with carriers and representatives through communication and coordination skills. Competent in route planning and shipment method determination.
Warehouse professional with experience in inventory management, logistics, and order fulfillment. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, adaptable to shifting priorities. Skilled in operating forklifts, handling shipping and receiving, and maintaining organized workspaces. Known for reliability, efficiency, and proactive approach to problem-solving.
Results-oriented achiever with proven ability to exceed targets and drive success in fast-paced environments. Combines strategic thinking with hands-on experience to deliver impactful solutions and enhance organizational performance.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
15
15
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
FALKLANDS DEFENCE FORCE
FALKLANDS GOVERNMENT
09.2024 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
Warehouse Assistant
FALKLANDS ISLAND COMPANY
04.2024 - Current
- Prepared orders for shipment by picking, packing, and labeling merchandise.
- Maintained clean workspace consistently; keeping aisles clear from obstructions promoting workplace safety.
- Received and processed incoming stock to keep inventory levels accurate and up-to-date.
- Loaded and unloaded delivery trucks promptly for further distribution.
- Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to safety protocols and regularly inspecting warehouse equipment.
- Supported timely delivery of orders by efficiently loading trucks according to established procedures and schedules.
- Increased accuracy in order fulfillment through diligent attention to detail and double-checking of product information.
Waste Management Specialist
Self Employed Services
08.2013 - 04.2024
- Company Overview: (Enlisting homes onto the garbage collection service, collection of fees, supplying of garbage bags and bins, supervising collection and disposal of garbage, general cleaning and maintenance of neighborhood)
- Operated automated or semi-automated hoisting devices to raise refuse bins and dump contents into trucks.
- Supported local businesses in managing their waste needs, fostering a cleaner commercial environment.
- Dismounted garbage trucks to collect garbage and guide driver in reversing in tight spaces.
- Improved overall sanitation levels with timely collection and transportation of garbage to designated facilities.
- Executed and performed daily safety and maintenance checks on garbage truck and related equipment.
- Safeguarded the environment through responsible recycling practices and waste segregation techniques.
- Strengthened professional relationships with clients through respectful interactions during service delivery.
- Used hand signals to communicate with other workers or drivers.
Operations Lead
Planet One Logistics LTD
01.2013 - 01.2016
- Company Overview: (Led a team of warehouse hands to execute logistical operations including cargo handling, deliveries and parcel collection)
- (Led a team of warehouse hands to execute logistical operations including cargo handling, deliveries and parcel collection)
Operations Assistant
First Flight Africa (K) LTD / Planet One Logistics
03.2009 - 08.2013
- Company Overview: (Warehouse operations, delivery and pickup, data entry, export/import airlifting)
- (Warehouse operations, delivery and pickup, data entry, export/import airlifting)
Education
Roysambu Primary School - Primary School
Roysambu Primary School
01.1994 - 11.2001
Plant Operator - excavator, backhoe, forklift
Sensei Institute of Technology
04.2023 - Current
Certificate of Achievement Awards - undefined
Data Center Certificate - undefined
Microsoft Packages
Certificate - Hotel and Catering
Mukuru Training Center
Westminster High School - Secondary School
Westminster High School
02.2001 - 11.2005
Skills
Logistics management
Warehouse management
Workforce management
Environmental management
Operations management
Teamwork
Flexible and adaptable
Time management
Team management
Friendly, positive attitude
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 12/04/85
Personal Qualifications
- Sensei Institute of Technology, Plant Operator (excavator, backhoe, forklift), 04/23
- Certificate of Achievement Awards, Certificate, 01/15
- Data Center, Certificate in Microsoft Packages, 01/08
- Mukuru Training Center, Certificate in Hotel and Catering, 01/08
Timeline
FALKLANDS DEFENCE FORCE
FALKLANDS GOVERNMENT
09.2024 - Current
Warehouse Assistant
FALKLANDS ISLAND COMPANY
04.2024 - Current
Plant Operator - excavator, backhoe, forklift
Sensei Institute of Technology
04.2023 - Current
Waste Management Specialist
Self Employed Services
08.2013 - 04.2024
Operations Lead
Planet One Logistics LTD
01.2013 - 01.2016
Operations Assistant
First Flight Africa (K) LTD / Planet One Logistics
03.2009 - 08.2013
Westminster High School - Secondary School
Westminster High School
02.2001 - 11.2005
Roysambu Primary School - Primary School
Roysambu Primary School
01.1994 - 11.2001
Certificate of Achievement Awards - undefined
Data Center Certificate - undefined
Microsoft Packages
Certificate - Hotel and Catering
Mukuru Training Center
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