Responsible for general management of E-tec, a specialist training business serving primarily the electrotechnology and telecommunications industries. We deliver high quality training and assessment services to over 1,000 trainees each year through short courses, blended learning programmes and bespoke commercial contracts. E-tec is an EWRB Approved Provider of Training and Competence Programmes and the only training organisation in New Zealand accredited by the Fibre To The Home (FTTH)… Show more Responsible for general management of E-tec, a specialist training business serving primarily the electrotechnology and telecommunications industries. We deliver high quality training and assessment services to over 1,000 trainees each year through short courses, blended learning programmes and bespoke commercial contracts. E-tec is an EWRB Approved Provider of Training and Competence Programmes and the only training organisation in New Zealand accredited by the Fibre To The Home (FTTH) Council Asia Pacific. We are flexible with timings and locations and always go that extra mile to provide the excellent level of service our customers demand. Show less

Governance of New Zealand Diplomas in Engineering (Civil, Electrical and Mechanical). Established by National Engineering Education Plan (NEEP) Project Governance Group to provide ongoing strategic direction of engineering technician education.

Refrigerant License New Zealand (RLNZ) was established by the Climate Control Companies Association (CCCA) and the Institute of Refrigeration, Heating & Air Conditioning Engineers (IRHACE), with funding provided by refrigerant levy collection, to develop and provide refrigerant filler and handler training and certification for HVAC&R practitioners. These courses enable the industry to meet its legislative responsibilities to demonstrate competence in the safe handling, filling and management… Show more Refrigerant License New Zealand (RLNZ) was established by the Climate Control Companies Association (CCCA) and the Institute of Refrigeration, Heating & Air Conditioning Engineers (IRHACE), with funding provided by refrigerant levy collection, to develop and provide refrigerant filler and handler training and certification for HVAC&R practitioners. These courses enable the industry to meet its legislative responsibilities to demonstrate competence in the safe handling, filling and management of refrigerant gases. Show less

Fixed-term contract managing two projects: development and launch of the NZ Apprenticeship in Scaffolding, in partnership with Scaffolding, Access and Rigging NZ (SARNZ); restructuring and integration of the Electro-technology Education Centre (e-TEC) within the Shift Innovation Centre.

I led the Competenz stakeholder engagement strategy and Industry Engagement Team, working with 14 industry Sector Advisory Groups to provide advise and information to guide product development, service delivery and Competenz strategy. My team was responsible for developing and driving strategic partnerships with industry associations and other key stakeholders to deliver workforce development and skills growth strategies. I had overall responsibility for ensuring that all Competenz industry… Show more I led the Competenz stakeholder engagement strategy and Industry Engagement Team, working with 14 industry Sector Advisory Groups to provide advise and information to guide product development, service delivery and Competenz strategy. My team was responsible for developing and driving strategic partnerships with industry associations and other key stakeholders to deliver workforce development and skills growth strategies. I had overall responsibility for ensuring that all Competenz industry sectors have fit for purpose training programmes leading to national qualifications, through leadership of the standard setting and qualification development teams.Competenz is a multi-sector Industry Training Organisation (ITO). Every year, we work with over 3,500 businesses across more than thirty industries, helping over 20,000 people develop their skills on the job.Role included oversight of projects from initial market research and stakeholder consultation through to launch to customers, including standard setting, qualification design, development of customised training programmes and supporting resources, and contracting of education providers.Providing leadership to industry on future labour market needs and training requirements through commissioning of research and engagement with key stakeholders (industry and government). Show less

Leadership of the Quality Assurance Team, developing and maintaining quality assurance systems for internal and external stakeholders. Reporting to the Chief Executive, role ensures compliance with NZQA criteria; licensing of assessment resources to external organisations; moderation of external providers to fulfil statutory obligations; end-to-end product development processes and peer review; leading self-evaluation of Competenz programmes; and preparations for External Evaluation and Review… Show more Leadership of the Quality Assurance Team, developing and maintaining quality assurance systems for internal and external stakeholders. Reporting to the Chief Executive, role ensures compliance with NZQA criteria; licensing of assessment resources to external organisations; moderation of external providers to fulfil statutory obligations; end-to-end product development processes and peer review; leading self-evaluation of Competenz programmes; and preparations for External Evaluation and Review (EER). Responsible for project management of Competenz Investment Plan negotiations with the Tertiary Education Commission. National Registrar of Fork Lift Trainers. Show less

Providing leadership to industry on future labour market needs and training requirements through research and engagement with key stakeholders (industry and government).Overall responsibility for ensuring that engineering and trades industry sectors have fit for purpose qualifications and training programmes. Role includes management of projects from initial market research and stakeholder consultation through to launch to customers, including qualification design, development of… Show more Providing leadership to industry on future labour market needs and training requirements through research and engagement with key stakeholders (industry and government).Overall responsibility for ensuring that engineering and trades industry sectors have fit for purpose qualifications and training programmes. Role includes management of projects from initial market research and stakeholder consultation through to launch to customers, including qualification design, development of customised training programmes and supporting resources, and contracting of education providers.Team leadership for industry managers and qualification developers including strategic and business planning and budgeting. Show less

Fixed-term project-based contracts, focussed on operational improvements, sustainability of existing business, new business opportunities, academic and quality management initiatives. Projects have included review and re-development of all higher-level qualifications, working across ITO sector and in partnership with the Institution of Professional Engineers New Zealand; working with Ministry of Education on development of Vocational Pathways (Manufacturing and Technology); developing business… Show more Fixed-term project-based contracts, focussed on operational improvements, sustainability of existing business, new business opportunities, academic and quality management initiatives. Projects have included review and re-development of all higher-level qualifications, working across ITO sector and in partnership with the Institution of Professional Engineers New Zealand; working with Ministry of Education on development of Vocational Pathways (Manufacturing and Technology); developing business strategy for sustainable engagement with secondary school sector. Member of National Engineering Educaton Plan (NEEP) Governing Group and Board member for New Zealand Board for Engineering Diplomas (NZBED). National consultation during development of NEEP. Show less

Working with stakeholders in the Civil Infrastructure, Building and Construction industries. Identifying and analysing national needs, gaps and priorities in order to inform TEC policy and investment decisions. Founding member of National Engineering Education Plan (NEEP) project Governance Group. Working with DoL on demand for and supply of engineers in NZ.

Management of human, academic and financial resources for the School of Engineering and Manufacturing. Strategic development and business planning. Established MIT Maintenance and Reliability Centre.

On-site management of construction contracts for various projects in the UK, including work on the Becton extension of the Docklands Light Railway. Preparation of Method Statements, programming and resource management, supervision of staff, quality control and co-ordination of Mechanical and Electrical sub-contractors.