Ruairi Henshaw
Athlone
Summary
Experienced Shop Assistant and Tour Guide, with a passion for public relations and public speaking. Approachable and friendly. Experience in payment processing and customer service, along with inventory management and online orders.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Tour Guide
Office of Public Works
Roscommon/Clonmacnoise
06.2024 - 09.2024
- Organized and conducted daily tours for groups of up to 60 people.
- Gave archaeological and historical information about the relevant sites.
- Facilitated the opening and closing of Roscommon Castle's South West Tower every Saturday and Sunday.
- Proficiently managed cash and expertly utilized POS systems.
- Effectively utilized limited French to interact with French-speaking tourists by addressing their needs and answering their queries.
Shop Assistant
Wildhunter
Athlone
07.2021 - 05.2024
- Processed and fulfilled online orders promptly.
- Sold items of high value with competence.
- Proficiently handling significant amounts of cash and utilizing POS systems.
- Replenished shelves with stock alongside competent and efficient handling of large, heavy items.
- Took over-the-phone orders.
- Assisted customers with filling out and submitting FCA1 forms required for firearm purchases, ensuring compliance before submission.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations when handling hazardous materials or equipment.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Archaeology And Environmental Geography
University of Galway
Galway City, Co.Galway08-2025
Marist College Athlone
Athlone, Co.Westmeath06-2021
Skills
- Tourism Management
- Cash Handling
- Safety Procedures
- Guest Relations
- Strong leadership
- Public Speaking
- Archaeological Field Research Skills
- Geographical Field Research Skills
- POS Systems
- Inventory Management
Languages
English
First Language
French
Intermediate (B1)
B1
Irish
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
Accomplishments
- University Class Representative for 1st Year Archaeology 2022-2023
- University Class Representative for 2nd Year Geography 2023-2024
- Current Class Representative for Final Year Geography 2024-2025
- Current Univeristy Archaeology Society Social Media Manager 2024-2025
Timeline
Tour Guide
Office of Public Works
06.2024 - 09.2024
Shop Assistant
Wildhunter
07.2021 - 05.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Archaeology And Environmental Geography
University of Galway
Marist College Athlone
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