CJ SMIT
Eindhoven,Netherlands
Summary
I am a hands‑on technical professional with experience in boat building, furniture making, mechanical assembly, and quality control. I work accurately from technical drawings, follow strict procedures, and deliver high‑quality results in workshop environments. After gaining strong communication and problem‑solving skills in sales, I am motivated to return to a technical role where I can apply my craftsmanship and continue developing through the BBL Mechatronics Technician Level 3 program at ASML.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Agent
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Eindhoven, Netherlands, The Netherlands
07.2025 - Current
- Conduct detailed technical inspections to identify damage and ensure compliance with quality standards.
- Document findings accurately using structured procedures and digital systems.
- Maintain high attention to detail when assessing vehicle condition and safety.
- Coordinate operational workflows to ensure fleet availability and efficiency.
- Follow strict safety and process guidelines in a fast‑paced environment.
- Communicate effectively with colleagues and customers to resolve issues quickly.
- Achieved company targets by implementing successful sales strategies.
Sales Consultant
Custum Cut IT Solutions
Cape Town, South Africa
01.2021 - 07.2025
- Consistently achieved or surpassed sales targets.
- Surpassed sales targets through tailored office automation solution
- Identified upselling opportunities through attentive customer listening.
- Enhanced analytical and problem-solving skills to address client needs.
- Achieved company targets by implementing successful sales strategies.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve project goals.
Furniture Maker
Meyer & Ferreira C C
Cape Town, South Africa
02.2018 - 02.2019
- Designed bespoke furniture pieces to meet client specifications.
- Measured and marked materials precisely to ensure accuracy in furniture production.
- Supported interpretation of technical drawings for projects.
- Prepared materials for furniture making tasks.
- Operated woodworking machinery under supervision.
- Contributed to assembly and fitting techniques for furniture.
- Ensured quality control and finishing of completed work.
- Assembled parts accurately, ensuring safety and security for further construction.
- Completed work orders efficiently, contributing to overall production flow in a busy environment.
- Collaborated with team members to meet tight project deadlines, ensuring timely delivery of furniture pieces.
- Repaired antique furniture pieces while preserving historical integrity.
- Maintained safe workshop practices throughout tasks.
- Followed health and safety procedures to minimise risk of injury.
Boat Builder
Sachel Shipyard
Cape Town, South Africa
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Assembled and fitted yacht components, ensuring precise adherence to technical specifications for optimal performance.
- Fabricated various boat parts using wood, fibreglass, and metal, demonstrating craftsmanship and attention to detail.
- Performed fiberglass repairs and composite manufacturing work.
- Conducted mechanical fitting and installation of pumps, fittings, and sealant systems.
- Collaborated with electrical engineers to install and test marine electrical systems, guaranteeing compliance with safety standards and enhancing overall system reliability.
- Worked from technical drawings and production instructions.
- Carried out quality inspections throughout the build process.
- Used a wide range of hand and power tools safely and effectively.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to meet production deadlines.
- Maintained high standards of workmanship and attention to detail.
- Operated band, circular, jig, reciprocating, chop and mitre saws.
- Developed understanding of marine craftsmanship while working with diverse teams on builds.
Education
FURNITURE MAKING | NQF LEVEL 2 - Woodworking
FALSE BAY COLLEGE
Cape Town01-2016
YACHT AND BOAT BUILDING | NQF LEVEL 3 - Shipwright
FALSE BAY COLLEGE
Cape Town01-2016
NATIONAL SENIOR CERTIFICATE -
PAARL GIMNASIUM HOËRSKOOL
Paarl01-2015
Skills
Technical Skills
- Mechanical assembly & precision fitting
- Technical drawing interpretation
- Quality inspections & documentation
- Composite manufacturing (fiberglass)
- Hand & power tool operation
- Workshop safety procedures
Professional Skills
- Technical communication
- Problem solving & fault finding
- Team‑based manufacturing
- Process documentation
- Customer communication
Languages
Afrikaans
Proficient
C2
English
Proficient
C2
Dutch
Elementary
A2
References
References on request
Timeline
Sales Agent
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
07.2025 - Current
Sales Consultant
Custum Cut IT Solutions
01.2021 - 07.2025
Furniture Maker
Meyer & Ferreira C C
02.2018 - 02.2019
Boat Builder
Sachel Shipyard
01.2017 - 01.2018
FURNITURE MAKING | NQF LEVEL 2 - Woodworking
FALSE BAY COLLEGE
YACHT AND BOAT BUILDING | NQF LEVEL 3 - Shipwright
FALSE BAY COLLEGE
NATIONAL SENIOR CERTIFICATE -
PAARL GIMNASIUM HOËRSKOOL