Laurence Thinawanga

Reliable and versatile professionals with extensive experience across tire services, retail, security, logistics, and customer-facing roles. Currently employed as a Tire Technician, combining hands-on mechanical skills with trusted responsibility for daily cash handling, reconciliation, and financial accuracy. Proven ability to manage customer service, stock control, data capturing, and operational support in fast-paced environments.

Known for strong integrity, attention to detail, and consistency in handling financial transactions and operational duties. Highly adaptable, multilingual communicator with strong interpersonal skills and a solid track record of teamwork, supervision, and problem-solving across diverse industries.

Tire Technician at Tee Cee Tires (2025-01 – Present)

• Perform tire fitting, balancing, repairs, and basic vehicle maintenance
• Handle daily cash transactions and perform accurate end-of-day reconciliation
• Provide customer support and ensure service efficiency and satisfaction
• Maintain workshop safety and operational standards

Sales Consultant at FICA Funeral & Life Cover (2017-01 – 2018-12)

• Sold insurance products and services to clients
• Managed client accounts, payments, and documentation
• Delivered customer service and maintained client relationships

Assistant Manager at Total Garage (Winchester Hills) (2006-01 – 2008-12)

• Supervised staff and supported daily operational activities
• Managed cash handling, till balance, and reporting
• Ensured smooth customer service and operational flow

Cashier at BP (Langlaagte) (2004-01 – 2005-12)

• Processed customer payments and managed till operations
• Balanced cash drawers and handled daily cash-ups
• Delivered frontline customer service

Manager at Lions Plant Hire (2001-01 – 2002-12)

• Managed staff, operations, and cash flow activities
• Oversaw daily business operations and customer relations

Multiple Roles at Various (2001-01 – 2019-12)

Includes experience in security services, merchandising, supervision (Stats SA), retail, food service, and general labor.

• Security operations and control
• Retail merchandising and stock handling
• Fieldwork coordination and data collection
• Customer service and team-based environments

Grade 12 (Matric) – Ramauba Secondary School (2000-12)

Computer Studies (N3) – Jeppe Education College (2001-12)

Food & Beverage Certificate – FIMI Training Academy (2009-12)

Stock Taking Certificate – Dial a Stock Taker (2010-12)

Security Training (Grades E, D & C) – Yebo Nonke Security Academy (2011-12)

Forklift Operator Certification – Belmore College (2014-12)