Keathan Schalkwyk

I am a highly organized individual who believes in working hard in order to achieve an effective outcome in any situation. I have excellent communication skills and I am always open to learning more. I am a fast learner and highly believe that teamwork is always better than working alone.

Workforce Employee at Nederburg Wines (2025-02 – Present)

Warehouse and cellar operations at wine production facility

• Wine storage – maintain optimal temperature
• Inventory management – track wine stocks, orders, and deliveries
• Cellar organization – keep cellar clean, tidy, and organized
• Record-keeping – update wine inventory, tasting notes, and maintaining records

Internship Mentor at Year Beyond (2024-01 – 2024-12)

Youth mentorship and life skills development program (1 year internship)

• Mentorship – Guide and support young people (usually 13-14 yrs)
• Life skills – teach independence, self-care, and decision making
• Emotional support – Listen, counsel, and help with emotional issues
• Recreational activities – plan and lead games, sports, arts, and outings
• Case management – work with families, schools and social services to support youth

Sales Assistant/Cashier at Ackermans Paarl (2023-10 – 2024-01)

3 month contract position in retail sales and cashier operations

• Assisted customers at the counter (till) and assisted in store enquiries
• Unpacked boxes in the storeroom
• Sorted clothing for different departments
• Cash up the till at the end of every day and counted the money
• Daily trips to the bank to ensure change / daily float
• Made sure the specified departments stayed neat and tidy – clean up daily

General Worker at CT Construction Solutions (2022-07 – 2023-04)

General construction and site labor duties

• Paving – assisted in the building of a sidewalk
• Painting
• Supplied bricks and cement to brick layers
• Housekeeping
• Laying Foundations

Grade 12 / High School Diploma in General Education – Klein Nederburg Secondary School