Courage Marks
Technician/Fossil preparator
Orlando West Ext, Gauteng
About
Motivated and detail-oriented professional with a strong drive to learn, adapt, and deliver high-quality results. Adept at working collaboratively, communicating clearly, and managing tasks efficiently in fast-paced environments. Committed to continuous improvement and contributing positively to team goals through reliability, initiative, and a customer-focused mindset.
Skills
- Excellent telephone etiquette
- Computer literate
- Management skills.
- Tour guiding Customer service Communication and public speaking Cultural awareness and sensitivity Destination knowledge Itinerary planning Event planning and coordination Hospitality skills Foreign language skills First aid and emergency response Problem-solving Marketing and promotion Sales and booking skills Time management Environmental and sustainable tourism awareness Wildlife and nature interpretation Navigation and map-reading Group management Computer and reservation system skills Professionalism and ethical conduct
- Leadership Communication Decision-making Problem-solving Time management Planning and organizing Delegation Team building Conflict resolution Strategic thinking Financial management Project management Negotiation Adaptability Customer service management
- Excellent telephone etiquette; Computer literate; Adaptive and upbeat; Priorities work and good time management; Excellent customer service; Knowledge of food safety and hygiene; Ability to work under pressure in busy environments; Good time management and organisational skills; Food preparation and kitchen hygiene; Knowledge of tourism and local attractions; Ability to work well in a team; Attention to detail and eager to learn; Event and banquet service; Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; Research and fieldwork skills; Strong customer service and hospitality skills
- Fossil preparation (mechanical/chemical); stabilization & repair; molding & casting; fieldwork assistance; laboratory management; mentoring/training; inventory & stock control; receiving & dispatch; warehouse maintenance; ticketing/bookings; logistics coordination
Experience
Technician/Fossil preparator
WITS Sterkfontein Caves · 2025-10
Tour Guide
WITS Sterkfontein Caves · 2025-06 to 2025-09
Storeman
Maropeng a' Africa Leisure Pty Ltd · 2023-11 to 2024-10
Tourist Guide
Maropeng a' Africa Leisure Pty Ltd · 2017-04 to 2023-10
Fossil Preparation/Technician (Volunteer)
Sterkfontein Caves (WITS University) · 2021-09 to 2022-10
Waiter/ Banqueting
Maropeng a' Africa Leisure Pty Ltd · 2016-01 to 2017-03
Scullery/Cook
Maropeng a' Africa Leisure Pty Ltd · 2015-02 to 2016-01
Technician/Fossil preparator
WITS Sterkfontein Caves · 2025-10
Tour Guide
WITS Sterkfontein Caves · 2025-06 to 2025-09
Storeman
Maropeng a' Africa Leisure Pty Ltd · 2023-11 to 2024-10
Tourist Guide
Maropeng a' Africa Leisure Pty Ltd · 2017-04 to 2023-10
Fossil Preparation/Technician (Volunteer)
Sterkfontein Caves (WITS University) · 2021-09 to 2022-10
Waiter/ Banqueting
Maropeng a' Africa Leisure Pty Ltd · 2016-01 to 2017-03
Scullery/Cook
Maropeng a' Africa Leisure Pty Ltd · 2015-02 to 2016-01
Education
Matric
Thuto-Lefa Secondary school
Higher Certificate
IQ ACADEMY · Supervisory Management
First Aid Level 3 (8 Credits)
EMCARE TRAINING ACADEMY
Supervisory Management (120 Credits)
IQ ACADEMY
Cultural Site Guide (40 Credits)
CATHSSETA
National Senior Certificate (Grade 12)
Thuto-Lefa Secondary School