Experience

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  GCH Aviation

  • Christchurch, New Zealand

  • Maintenance Controller

    • Sep 2019 - Present
    • Christchurch, New Zealand

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  Inovo Projects Limited

  • Christchurch, New Zealand

  • Project Manager

    • Jan 2016 - Sep 2019
    • Christchurch, New Zealand

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  Eagle Airways Limited

  • Christchurch, New Zealand

  • Aircraft Maintenance Planning Manager

    • Apr 2015 - Jan 2016
    • Christchurch, New Zealand

    Returned to Eagle Airways on a fixed term contract through to the cease of Eagle Airways operations in September 2016. The role is similar in aspects to when I held the Maintenance Planner position until April 2013, with the added complexity of working towards the closure of Eagle Airways Limited. Management of removal of assets from the operation and controlling the maintenance requirements to the sales specs is an added function to the role.

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  Hawkins

  • New Zealand
  • Construction
  • 700 & Above Employee

  • Claims Portfolio Manager

    • Sep 2014 - Dec 2014

    The key focus of this role is to provide leadership and direction to direct reports through performance management, coaching and support. The role also focuses on managing client and builder relationships.There is a need to plan and prepare for outcomes on the basis of priority and effective management of time in order to meet required delivery targets.

  • Team Leader Rebuild Solution Manager

    • Aug 2013 - Aug 2014

    This role continues to carry out the functions of a Rebuild Solution Manager (RSM) whilst also managing the workload of other RSM’s, mentoring of members of the team and liaising with the clients senior management team.There was also a ‘Key Accounts Manager’ type function to this role when working with a high volume building contractor within the project.

  • Rebuild Solution Manager

    • Apr 2013 - Jul 2013

    Employed in the +$100k Repairs Team to facilitate the moving of multiple residential insurance repairs through a defined multi-step process. The role required good customer relationship skills, a high degree of self management and very good communication skills.

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  Eagle Airways Limited

  • Hamilton, New Zealand

  • Aircraft Maintenance Planning Manager

    • Dec 2007 - Apr 2013
    • Hamilton, New Zealand

    A lead role within the Engineering division at Eagle Airways Limited and a central role within the organisation. The position required liaising with all areas across the Air New Zealand Group in order to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders.Other Key responsibilities included:• Management of various projects• Maintenance Planning & Scheduling• Manpower utilisation• Staff Management & Development• Budget Administration

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  Alpha Aviation

  • Hamilton, New Zealand

  • Technical Services Engineer

    • 2006 - 2007
    • Hamilton, New Zealand

    Provided technical support to operators of aircraft manufactured by Alpha Aviation, and quality assurance functions within the firm. A key component to this role was client relationship management.

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  FlyerTech Limited

  • West Sussex, United Kingdom

  • Senior Project Engineer

    • 2004 - 2006
    • West Sussex, United Kingdom

    FlyerTech Limited provides Aircraft Technical Management and Aircraft Technical Services to external clients.Role key responsibilities included:• Client Relationship Management• Project Management• Managing & Mentoring Direct Reports• Maintenance Planning• Aircraft Auditing

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  Bombardier Transportation

  • London, United Kingdom

  • Modification Team Leader

    • 2003 - 2004
    • London, United Kingdom

    Employed as a Modifications Technician Team Leader to oversee and implement approved modifications onto Electrostar-Govia train units.

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  Eagle Air Maintenance Ltd

  • Hamilton, New Zealand

  • Licenced Aircraft Maintenance Engineer

    • 2000 - 2003
    • Hamilton, New Zealand

    Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer employed to carry out scheduled maintenance, modifications and fault-finding on a variety of aircraft.

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  Royal New Zealand Air Force

  • Auckland, New Zealand

  • Avionics Technician

    • 1993 - 2000
    • Auckland, New Zealand

    Gained a trade qualification of RNZAF Avionics Technician and the rank of Corporal.