Youssef El Chahal

Bachelor of Engineering Technology (Civil)

Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand

About

I am interested in advancing my career further within the Civil Engineering and Construction industries, handling road designs and water, wastewater and stormwater systems. I bring a solid foundation from my studies and experience in handling sampling, test pitting and logging, as well as developing ground models and analysing site data. My goal is to upskill further professionally in the Civil Engineering field, where I can apply my skills and knowledge to a collaborate team environment and assist in designing and improving our essential infrastructure systems.

Experience

  • Office Administrator at Rahaf Trading Ltd
    May 2022 - Present · 4 yrs 2 mos

    • Managed daily operations, including scheduling and client communication. • Streamlined administrative workflows to enhance efficiency. • Demonstrated adaptability in a fast-paced environment. • Assisted with budgeting and bookkeeping processes.

  • Graduate Geotechnical Engineer at Geoconsult | New Zealand
    Jul 2024 - Aug 2024 · 2 mos

    • Undertook hand augers, borehole sampling, test pitting, and logging. • Processed and interpreted site investigation data. • Developed ground models and prepared logs, plans, and reports. • Performed calculations and used computer programs to solve geotechnical problems.

  • Debt Collector (NZ Banking, Ins and Finance) at Milton Graham Ltd
    Dec 2018 - Feb 2021 · 2 yrs 3 mos

    • My role was a median between clients and debtors. My clientele consisted of financial services providers, such as banks (i.e., ASB), and utilities customers, such as electricity providers and phone and internet providers. • Negotiated resolutions for outstanding debts with a customer-focused approach. • Developed resilience and problem-solving abilities. • With my excellent people skills and time management, I continuously met and exceeded my monthly target of repayments.

  • Residential Sales Representative at Mercury NZ
    Jun 2016 - Nov 2018 · 2 yrs 6 mos

    • Mercury NZ Ltd. is one of the leading electricity and gas providers in New Zealand. My role at Mercury was primarily marketing and selling electricity deals and packages to potential customers over the phone. • Through my exceptional communication skills and determination, I exceeded the monthly targets. • I effectively acquired new customers, guided them through their transition to Mercury, and maintained that rapport to ensure they stayed with Mercury.