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Overview
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Education
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ELLIS YAW KOWUVI

ELLIS YAW KOWUVI

Works Assistant
Accra

Summary

Highly motivated civil engineering graduate with a strong aptitude for leadership and organization. Seeking to join a prestigious firm to contribute to impactful civil engineering projects in a supportive and inclusive work culture. Committed to aligning with employer's operating policies to consistently deliver substantial results and meet targets efficiently.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
4
4
Languages

Work History

TRANSPORT ASSISTANT/OFFICER

Tecbuildtel Company Limited
01.2023 - Current
  • Conduct inspection of vehicles to ensure they are road worthy.
  • Tracking of vehicles to ensure drivers follow the right route and minimize delays.
  • Assist in completing monthly reports on repairs and maintenance.
  • Participate in debriefing sessions to discuss driver challenges or areas of improvement within the department.
    Assist in scheduling repair works.
  • Help maintain accurate records, such as maintenance works, change of vehicle parts, etc.
  • Assist in responding to emergencies, such as accidents.
    Work collaboratively with drivers, dispatchers, and other transport staff to ensure efficient and safe operations.
  • Help source for parts from retailers that are cost efficient.
    Compare prices from different suppliers to ensure the best deals.
  • Foster strong relationships with suppliers to negotiate better prices.
  • Consider purchasing of used parts from trusted sources, which is cost-effective.
  • Conducted regular safety audits to ensure compliance with industry regulations and minimize accidents.
  • Developed strong relationships with vendors, negotiating favorable terms for fuel and parts purchases.

Works Assistant

Tecbuildtel Company Limited
01.2022 - Current
  • Conducted site visits and provided on-site supervision to ensure compliance with specifications and regulations
  • Contributed to cost estimation and project scheduling activities, resulting in efficient project delivery
  • Inspecting inventory and reporting inconsistencies
  • Ordering materials as and when necessary
  • Contributed to a positive work environment with strong interpersonal skills and proactive teamwork attitude.
  • Answered incoming phone calls to process requests, transfer calls, or relay messages to appropriate personnel.
  • Assisted in project management for successful completion of assigned tasks within deadlines.

Bartender/Mixologist

The Gold Coast Restaurant and Cocktail Bar
01.2018 - 01.2023
  • Preparing alcohol or non-alcohol beverages for bar and restaurant patrons
  • Interacting with customers, taking orders and serving snacks and drinks
  • Assessing customers' needs and preferences and making recommendations
  • Mixing ingredients to prepare cocktails
  • Planning and presenting the bar menu
  • Checking customers' identification and confirming it meets legal drinking age
  • Restocking and replenishing bar inventory and supplies
  • Staying guest-focused and nurturing an excellent guest experience
  • Complying with all food and beverage regulations

Works Assistant (National Service)

Tecbuildtel Company Limited
01.2022 - 12.2022
  • Conducted site visits and provided on-site supervision to ensure compliance with specifications and regulations
  • Contributed to cost estimation and project scheduling activities, resulting in efficient project delivery
  • Inspecting inventory and reporting inconsistencies
  • Ordering materials as and when necessary
  • Contributed to a positive work environment with strong interpersonal skills and proactive teamwork attitude.
  • Answered incoming phone calls to process requests, transfer calls, or relay messages to appropriate personnel.

Cashier/Waiter

Shakes.N.Flavors
01.2016 - 01.2018
  • Prepared tables by setting up linens, silverware etc
  • Greeted and escorted customers to their tables
  • Presented the menu and provided detailed information when asked (e.g
  • About portions, ingredients or potential food allergies)
  • Informed customers about the day's specials
  • Offered menu recommendations upon request
  • Took accurate food and drinks orders, using a POS ordering software, regular order pad, or by memorization
  • Communicated order details to the Kitchen Staff
  • Resolved customer complaints or issues

Education

Higher National Diploma - Civil Engineering

Accra Technical University, Accra, Ghana
05.2001 -

West African Senior Secondary Certificate -

Adisadel College, Cape Coast, Ghana
05.2001 -

Basic Education Certificate - Forces Basic School, Accra, Ghana

Skills

Leadership

Timeline

TRANSPORT ASSISTANT/OFFICER - Tecbuildtel Company Limited
01.2023 - Current
Works Assistant - Tecbuildtel Company Limited
01.2022 - Current
Works Assistant (National Service) - Tecbuildtel Company Limited
01.2022 - 12.2022
Bartender/Mixologist - The Gold Coast Restaurant and Cocktail Bar
01.2018 - 01.2023
Cashier/Waiter - Shakes.N.Flavors
01.2016 - 01.2018
Accra Technical University - Higher National Diploma, Civil Engineering
05.2001 -
Adisadel College - West African Senior Secondary Certificate,
05.2001 -
Basic Education Certificate - Forces Basic School - ,
ELLIS YAW KOWUVIWorks Assistant