Maria Karra

Electrical Engineering graduate with strong interest in Occupational Safety & Health, certified by ELINYAE.

Background in maintenance operations, solar energy projects, and customer oriented roles. Strong organizational and problem solving skills with experience in technical coordination and operations.

Executive Assistant Maintenance Department at Fodele Beach & Waterpark Resort (2025-05 – Present)

• Directed daily maintenance operations, supporting the Maintenance Supervisor in organizing internal workflows and managing contractor activities.
• Scheduled and tracked repair tasks using the Hotel Toolbox system, ensuring timely resolution and follow-up.
• Communicated work progress to key departments (Reception, F&B, Housekeeping, Management), minimizing operational disruptions.
• Oversaw contractor contracts, ensuring compliance, documentation accuracy, and service scheduling.
• Maintained vehicle fleet records, handled annual/emergency servicing schedules, and updated insurance documentation.
• Conducted site visits to perform quality checks and verify completion of repair works.
• Reviewed supplier quotations, performed cost comparisons, and contributed to procurement planning.
• Handled inventory and material orders, supporting supply flow and warehouse coordination with the technical team.
• Recorded maintenance supply data using and generated monthly cost reports to support decision-making.
• Developed the hotel's asset register and an Excel-based utilities monitoring database, establising procedures for recording LPG system, water and energy meter mesurements.
• Contributed to Health & Safety procedures, supporting fire safety compliance and coordination with the maintenance team.

Tour Operations and Accounting Coordinator at Sailingtrips.gr (2024-03 – 2024-11)

• Organized luxury sailing tours in Heraklion, enhancing guest experiences and increasing customer satisfaction.
• Managed B2C and B2B reservations.
• Developed partnerships with hotels and travel agencies and oversaw freelance sales agents.
• Prepared travel documents.
• Conducted monthly account reconciliations with partners and issue receipts and invoices.
• Office Support: Engaging in effective communication with crew members and drivers.

Typist of property deeds at Legal Firm (2023-06 – 2024-02)

• Typed and updated old property deeds requiring renewal.

Intern in Photovoltaic System Development and Project Management at Energy Works (2021-12 – 2022-07)

• Supported the photovoltaic system department, including private individuals and other companies.
• Assisted in testing and validation, ensuring compliance with international standards (IEC 61215, IEC 61730, CE marking, RoHS) and national regulations.
• Obtained licenses from local authorities (e.g., Ephorate of Antiquities, Forest Department, Environmental Services) for photovoltaic system approvals, including net metering, virtual net metering, and solar parks.
• Designed photovoltaic systems, including electrical schematics.
• Drafted client quotations and ensured timely ordering of necessary materials from suppliers.
• Provided administrative support.
• Issued invoices and dispatch notes using the Pegasus accounting software.
• Involved in the establishment of a limited liability Energy Cooperative that facilitates virtual net metering. (Virtual Sun Crete)

Escape Room Host at Escape House (2022-09 – 2023-06)

• Cachier
• Customer Service
• Game Master and Perfomer

Bachelor in Electrical Engineering – Hellenic Mediterranean University (2017-09 – 2025-05)