ABIMBOLA OJO Ajayi
Waterford,Co. Waterford
Summary
Dedicated professional with a strong foundation in providing compassionate and empathetic care, ensuring dignity and respect for all individuals. Demonstrates exceptional patience and communication skills, effectively listening and reporting changes to healthcare teams. Reliable and responsible, consistently adhering to care plans while maintaining a safe environment. Proficient in personal care and practical skills, supporting daily living activities such as meals, medication reminders, and appointments. Committed to offering emotional and social support to reduce loneliness and enhance well-being.
Overview
2
2
Languages
1
1
Certification
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Professional Taxi Driver
Self employed
Waterford, Co. Waterford
06.2008 - Current
- Used safe driving practices at all times when operating vehicles.
- Delivered goods and services to customers on time and made sure they were in excellent condition.
- Collected and delivered goods and materials.
- Maintained vehicle in optimum condition for safety and reliability.
- Conducted daily vehicle inspections to maintain safety standards and report necessary repairs.
- Planned best, safest and most efficient routes for journeys using navigational systems and maps.
- Remained calm during rush hour and other stressful driving situations.
- Stayed vigilant and within safe driving practices when operating vehicles.
- Kept taxi interior hygienic and clean throughout the Covid-19 pandemic by sanitising all areas after customer use.
- Navigated through various routes efficiently, using GPS and local knowledge to minimise travel time.
- Maintained a clean and comfortable vehicle environment for optimal passenger satisfaction.
- Provided safe and timely transportation for passengers to various destinations across the city.
- Assisted passengers with loading and unloading luggage, ensuring careful handling of belongings.
- Enhanced personal knowledge of the area, including popular tourist destinations and local amenities.
- Followed strict confidentiality guidelines regarding passenger information and destinations.
- Conducted regular vehicle maintenance checks to comply with safety regulations and standards.
- Utilised local knowledge to navigate efficiently through traffic and reduce journey times.
- Kept accurate records of journeys, including distances travelled and fares charged.
- Monitored traffic reports to plan the most efficient routes and inform passengers of expected arrival times.
- Successfully changed and planned alternative routes for journeys, usually at short notice, when routes become congested or closed.
- Kept vehicle interior and exterior spotless by carrying out vehicle deep cleaning, including pressure washing, shining and hoovering.
- Secured passenger belongings for safe transport.
- Contributed to a positive team environment by supporting colleagues with shared knowledge and experience.
- Helped passengers with limited mobility into and out of vehicles.
- Answered passenger questions about local area and advised on popular establishments.
- Cultivated a friendly and professional relationship with passengers, receiving commendable feedback.
- Efficiently assisted with additional needs of children and vulnerable adults, elderly or disabled when needed.
Factory Production Worker
Boyne valley foods
Drogheda, Ireland
01.2005 - 05.2007
- Packed finished products with care, preparing them for shipping and ensuring they met customer requirements.
- Maintained cleanliness and organisation in work area, following strict health and safety guidelines.
- Stayed in line with health and safety regulations by wearing personal protective equipment throughout factory production tasks.
- Loaded and unloaded items from machines and conveyors.
- Loaded and unloaded products before packing or dispatching efficiently.
- Adapted to various roles within the factory as required, demonstrating versatility and willingness to learn.
- Prepared finished products for shipment.
- Kept factory workstations and production floors clean by sweeping, mopping and removing hazards when required.
- Maintained, sanitised and cleaned work areas to meet health and safety standards.
- Worked flexibly and in adherence to health and safety practices.
- Picked and packed efficiently with meticulous attention to accuracy, consistently achieving against production KPIs.
- Packed finished products meticulously, preparing them for shipment while minimising damage.
- Upheld production line to quality and hygiene specifications.
- Maintained a clean and safe working environment by adhering to health and safety regulations.
- Operated machinery with precision, adhering to safety protocols to minimise risk of accidents.
- Thoroughly checked products for quality, batch coding and use-by dates.
- Communicated effectively with supervisors and peers, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment.
- Operated control panels, knobs and buttons to program machines to complete specific functions.
- Operated machinery and equipment with precision to maintain high production standards in a factory setting.
- Operated various manufacturing machines, providing basic maintenance as required to ensure quality results.
- Managed the packaging of products, using bubble wrap and protective wrapping when required.
- Monitored production processes, identifying and rectifying any issues to minimise downtime and maintain productivity.
- Collected, sorted and packed finished products for storage or transport to destinations.
- Collaborated with other team members to handle assembly or sub-assembly of various components.
- Monitored production line for quality control, identifying and rectifying defects in products.
- Assisted in the setup and calibration of machinery, ensuring optimal performance for production tasks.
- Counted finished products to complete product orders and prepare for shipment.
- Handled various machines with precision following safety standards.
- Ensured personal performance stayed within production and operation guidelines by attending [Timeframe] meetings and reviewing company manuals.
- Participated in inventory audits, helping to maintain accurate stock levels and supporting efficient supply chain management.
- Diagnosed equipment failure, identified malfunctions and implemented fixes to resolve issues.
Education
QQI Level 5 - QQI Level 5 in Health Care Support
Respond college
Waterford 08.2017 - 08.2017
A-Levels -
Efon Alààyè high school
Efon Alààyè, Ekiti State, Nigeria 07.1992 - 07.1992
Skills
- Compassion & Empathy
- The ability to understand how someone feels and treat them with kindness and dignity
- Patience
- Care can be slow You stay calm, listen, and never rush the person
- Communication
- Clear speaking, good listening, and writing notes Also reporting any changes to nurses/family
- Reliability & Responsibility
- Being on time, following care plans, and keeping people safe
- Personal Care & Practical Skills
- Assisting with washing, dressing, meals, mobility, and keeping the home clean and safe
- Support Daily Living
- Help with personal care, meals, medication reminders, and appointments
- Emotional & Social Support
- Be a companion Talk, encourage, and help reduce loneliness
- Observe & Report
- Watch for changes in health, mood, or safety and report to the supervisor/family
Languages
Yoruba
First language
English
Intermediate
B1
Interests
- Driving
- Dancing
- Singing
- Table Tennis
- Snooker
- Walking
Certification
- Level [Number] [Area of certification]
- [Type] Licence
- [Area of study] certified
Timeline
QQI Level 5 - QQI Level 5 in Health Care Support
Respond college
08.2017 - 08.2017
Professional Taxi Driver
Self employed
06.2008 - Current
Factory Production Worker
Boyne valley foods
01.2005 - 05.2007
A-Levels -
Efon Alààyè high school
07.1992 - 07.1992