Matt Rhodes

Experience

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  Marks and Spencer

  Jun 2009 - Jun 2009

  Customer Assistant

  In Year 10 at my secondary school, I was required to partake in a week’s work experience. My work experience was at Marks & Spencer. My experience was split between the textiles and food departments, which gave me an opportunity to see all aspects of work life with M&S. My typical duties included dealing with customer enquiries, replenishing stock and maintaining customer changing rooms.

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  Melbry Events/Wish4ticket.com

  Nov 2011 - Dec 2012

  Customer Assistant/Performer

  This role saw me in a fast-paced festive environment. I had to portray an “elf” style character and dress up to form part of a small team of people running a children’s Christmas grotto and Cinema. Whilst I worked there I had to help wherever possible, which meant I had to be adaptable and prepared to change task regularly. My primary task for this role was the selling of merchandise and tickets, which involved me dealing with customer enquiries and offering customers package solutions to the products they desired. I also had to ensure young visitors remained entertained at peak times, where there may have been delays and to ensure they enjoyed their experience. The experience also featured a 3D cinema, which I had to maintain and prepare ready for each show, which was approximately three per hour. I used the photography equipment to take photographs of children during the experience. I worked for Melbury Events for 2 seasons. Show less

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  University of Kent

  Jun 2013 - May 2016

  Student Ambassador / Student Champion / Workshop Co-Ordinator and Peer Mentor

  Throughout my degree my University offered me a variety of opportunities, to support current students and interact with prospective students. As a Student Ambassador I gave prospective students tours of the campus and offered an insight into the life of a University student, whilst answering any questions from students or their families. In addition, I visited a local primary school, where pupils were partaking in the Lego league. I supported with the process and helped a small team of pupils to come up with an idea to be submitted for their school.In the final two stages of my degree I worked as a workshop co-ordinator. This involved creating, timetabling and managing workshops for lower stage students, where they were able to get support and guidance from higher stage students (including myself). The purpose of this was to aid with their coursework and general studies.Finally as a Student Champion, I supported the University during the graduation ceremonies. I welcomed guests and answered any queries students and families had regarding the day. Show less

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  Centerplate UK

  Jul 2013 - Aug 2014

  General Assistant

  At Priestfield Stadium, I was a general assistant in the food and drink areas. At each of Gillingham FC’s home games, I worked as part of a team serving spectators food and drink (including alcoholic beverages). My role primarily saw me at the front end of the area. However, I did get involved with some basic food preparation as well. I had to deal with difficult customers and their enquiries, fetch the food and drink they ordered and ensured the workspace was clean and tidy.

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  Britannia Refined Metals Ltd.

  Sept 2014 - Aug 2015

  Programmer/Technical Support

  As part of my degree, I was required to take on a placement in industry for one year. I worked at Britannia Refined Metals where my role was split. 50% of the role saw me programming using CL (Control Language), RPG, RPG Free and the typical web development languages (HTML, CSS, JavaScript). I built programs using IBM’s IceBreak, which allows users to build web applications on the AS/400 platform. These web applications were typically reports that manipulated the refinery’s data. I worked on a project, where I redesigned a Strategi contract management system and created it using IceBreak. The other 50% of this role was more technical and saw me form part of the Computing Department’s helpdesk. I answered the telephone to colleagues and assisted them with their computer issues. This could have been as simple as resetting a password or could have been more technical. The issues could be resolved remotely or by visiting them in person. I also completed a variety of computer maintenance tasks to support the Technical Analyst, for example I wiped disused towers and Laptops and reinstalled Windows 7, so they can be used elsewhere. Show less

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  Sub2 Technologies

  Aug 2016 - now

  Continuing from a Junior Developer role at Sub2 Technologies I began completing developments in C# and PLPGSQL. I also took a greater responsibility over the company's apps products adding further developments where required. This role required me to support the Technical and Technical Implementation Directors with various day-to-day technical requests. Allowing them time to focus on larger projects that allowed the business to grow.

  • DevOps Engineer

    Feb 2023 - now

  • Developer

    Mar 2018 - now

  • Junior Developer

    Aug 2016 - Mar 2018