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Timea Kovacs

Timea Kovacs

Coseley,West Midlands

Summary

Dedicated and empathetic professional with over 20 years of experience in customer service and retail, including high-pressure roles that required strong problem-solving, multitasking, and communication skills. Renowned for maintaining composure under pressure, working effectively both independently and as part of a team, and building positive, respectful relationships. Holds a First-Class Honours degree in Business and Management, where key skills in resilience, time management, and teamwork were developed and reinforced through academic and workplace experience. Qualified First Aider, committed to promoting health, safety, and well-being in dynamic environments. Proficient in basic computer and administrative tasks, and adaptable to fast-paced environments. Currently completing GCSE Mathematics (June 2025) to further strengthen logical reasoning and critical thinking.

Passionate about applying these transferable skills in a Prison Custody Officer role, with a strong commitment to integrity, offender rehabilitation, and people-centred support.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work history

Retail Warehouse Associate & First Aider

TJX Europe
Walsall, West Midlands
06.2012 - Current
  • Completed work following safety rules for best working practices.
  • Followed company procedures and guidelines for smooth retail operations.
  • Followed precise orders to assist with continuous flow of goods coming in and out of distribution centre.
  • Recorded number and quality of products, taking appropriate action for defective items.
  • Documented 30+ injuries and treatment provided to maintain log records.
  • Attended health and safety training to ensure consistent adherence to warehouse safety policies.
  • Comforted distressed individuals using empathy and good listening skills during tough times.
  • Remained calm under pressure to professionally handle evolving emergency scenarios.
  • Ensured patient comfort during transport to hospital.

SMT machine operator

Elcoteq Hungary
Pecs, Hungary
07.2006 - 01.2010
  • Recorded daily production and operational data on specified forms and logs.
  • Adhered to health and safety standards defined by respective authorities.
  • Monitored quality standards in manufacturing and finishing process.
  • Reviewed work orders, diagrams and drawings to determine required materials and components.
  • Met strict production deadlines with precise time management

Event Coordinator

Hotel Serenia
Siofok, Hungary
12.2002 - 11.2005
  • Organised attendance list and managed registrations for 30+ guests.
  • Researched local venues to determine capacity requirements, pricing, and availability.
  • Reviewed budget and cost estimates to monitor expenditures and increase revenue.
  • Worked with day-of event staff to minimise delays and disruptions, using critical thinking skills to solve unexpected issues.
  • Obtained client feedback to determine improvements for future events.

Waitress Assistant

Hotel Serenia
Siofok, Hungary , Hungary
07.2000 - 12.2002
  • Created friendly, welcoming atmosphere to encourage positive guest experiences, prolonging visits to increase profitability by 10%.
  • Followed health regulations whilst handling food, promoting safe practices.
  • Listened to guest complaints and worked with kitchen staff or management to promptly resolve issues.


Education

Bachelor of Arts - Business and Management

Buckinghamshire New University
Birmingham
02.2021 -

GCSEs - Maths

Adult Education Wolverhampton
Wolverhampton
09.2024 -

Some College (No Degree) - Level 2 Functional English

Adult Education Wolverhampton
Wolverhampton
09.2023 - 06.2024

GCSEs - History, Geography, Hungarian Language

Bocsor Istvan Grammarly School
Enying, Hungary
09.2002 - 06.2006

Shop Assistant - Sales

501 College
Hungary
09.1993 - 06.1996

Maths, Hungarian Language, History, Geography

Furst Sandor Primary School
Hungary
09.1985 - 06.1993

Skills

  • Conflict Resolution & De-escalation: Able to remain calm under pressure and defuse tense situations professionally
  • Empathy & Respectful Communication: Skilled in building trust and positive rapport with individuals from diverse and challenging backgrounds
  • Situational Awareness: Maintains alertness in dynamic environments; able to identify and respond to risks quickly
  • Emotional Resilience: Handles stress and emotionally charged situations with composure and mental strength
  • Teamwork & Independence: Works effectively within team structure and takes initiative when working alone
  • Discipline & Integrity: Strong personal ethics, adherence to rules, procedures, and confidentiality standards
  • Health & Safety Awareness: Qualified First Aider with solid understanding of safety procedures in secure environments
  • Communication Skills: Able to give clear instructions, listen actively, and communicate assertively yet respectfully

Languages

English
Upper intermediate (B2)
Hungarian
Fluent

Timeline

GCSEs - Maths

Adult Education Wolverhampton
09.2024 -

Some College (No Degree) - Level 2 Functional English

Adult Education Wolverhampton
09.2023 - 06.2024

Bachelor of Arts - Business and Management

Buckinghamshire New University
02.2021 -

Retail Warehouse Associate & First Aider

TJX Europe
06.2012 - Current

SMT machine operator

Elcoteq Hungary
07.2006 - 01.2010

Event Coordinator

Hotel Serenia
12.2002 - 11.2005

GCSEs - History, Geography, Hungarian Language

Bocsor Istvan Grammarly School
09.2002 - 06.2006

Waitress Assistant

Hotel Serenia
07.2000 - 12.2002

Shop Assistant - Sales

501 College
09.1993 - 06.1996

Maths, Hungarian Language, History, Geography

Furst Sandor Primary School
09.1985 - 06.1993
Timea Kovacs