Chris Parish Email & Phone Number

Hunter Newcastle Region

Newcastle Nsw

1. Provide learning support to adult learners engaged in vocational education programs.2. Support disadvantaged and vulnerable adult learners to achieve successful vocational learning outcomes. Particular support in the area of Language, Literacy & Numeracy.3. Facilitate specialized student support programs designed for learners that face significant barriers in education, and employment. 4. Provide logistical and project management support in the development of a 'pro-active'… Show more 1. Provide learning support to adult learners engaged in vocational education programs.2. Support disadvantaged and vulnerable adult learners to achieve successful vocational learning outcomes. Particular support in the area of Language, Literacy & Numeracy.3. Facilitate specialized student support programs designed for learners that face significant barriers in education, and employment. 4. Provide logistical and project management support in the development of a 'pro-active' student support strategy. 5. Build partnerships with key regional stakeholders within the Newcastle/Hunter community and welfare sectors. Show less

Armidale

1. Completed a Master of Social Work (Professional Qualifying) with the University of New England, Armidale.2. Inspired by an interest in the social impact of economic transition. Studies inspired by a long-time passion for social justice and human rights. Maintained a particular focus on the psychosocial impact of long-term unemployment/underemployment within transitioning regions. Research question: How do regional communities change as local economies shift? And what social and… Show more 1. Completed a Master of Social Work (Professional Qualifying) with the University of New England, Armidale.2. Inspired by an interest in the social impact of economic transition. Studies inspired by a long-time passion for social justice and human rights. Maintained a particular focus on the psychosocial impact of long-term unemployment/underemployment within transitioning regions. Research question: How do regional communities change as local economies shift? And what social and sociological and/or psychological impacts are associated with this change?3. Conducted an in-depth investigation into the psychosocial impacts on individuals and communities as they transition away from their traditional industries.4. Completed 500 hours placement with the Department of Family and Community Services (FACs Charlestown) in the Social Housing area. (Disabled Client Housing Support and Unemployment) 5. Completed 300 hours placement with the Federal Department of Human Services (Charlestown) working in the Centrelink Master Program. ( Social Case Work - With Young Unemployed) 6. Completed 300 placement hours with Compass Housing. Working at the KBT community hub in Tumi Umbi. (Disadvantage and marginalized community) Focus on Asset Based Community Development. Show less

North Sydney

1. Industry engagement across the Australian Manufacturing Sector. 2. Gather industry intelligence promoting Australian Government funded training and workforce development with the engagement of key regional stakeholders and the participation of regional workforce development stakeholders. 4. Support new technological solutions within a changing manufacturing 'environment' by actively promoting the take up of various new qualifications with key regional stakeholders. 5.… Show more 1. Industry engagement across the Australian Manufacturing Sector. 2. Gather industry intelligence promoting Australian Government funded training and workforce development with the engagement of key regional stakeholders and the participation of regional workforce development stakeholders. 4. Support new technological solutions within a changing manufacturing 'environment' by actively promoting the take up of various new qualifications with key regional stakeholders. 5. Promoted the new composites trade qualification (MEM31112) to RTOs and enterprises operating in an advanced manufacturing space.6. Attended, participated and organized National industry events such as forums and conferences. Events focused primarily on regional training and industry matters. 7. Actively participated in training/workforce development projects conducted at Geelong, Mackay, Townsville, Cairns, and Western Sydney. 8. Engaged key industry stakeholders in regions that were slowing and/or changing manufacturing conditions had impacted local economies. 9. Worked with different programs and projects with the purpose of mitigating some of these effects through training solutions. Show less

Auburn

1. Responsible for the day to day management of all IAME National training operations including the maintenance of its National RTO Status. 2. Ensured RTO status was maintained achieving AQTF 2010 compliance: recognised by the NSW VETAB with 2010 audit. 3. Engaged diverse range of stakeholders and developed a series of training and workforce development options aligned with current demand and future industry needs.4. Implemented a supply capacity strategy working to develop… Show more 1. Responsible for the day to day management of all IAME National training operations including the maintenance of its National RTO Status. 2. Ensured RTO status was maintained achieving AQTF 2010 compliance: recognised by the NSW VETAB with 2010 audit. 3. Engaged diverse range of stakeholders and developed a series of training and workforce development options aligned with current demand and future industry needs.4. Implemented a supply capacity strategy working to develop training delivery capabilities. 5. Expanded RTO scope with the inclusion of additional units of competency as well as complete qualifications. 6. Introduced the Cert IV Vehicle loss assessor qualification to National training (first National RTO to achieve this )7. Added electrical test & tag course as a nationally recognised Statement of Attainment. 8. Increased Cert II in auto AC patronage as well as adding Cert II in vehicle sales to scope.9. Established series of affordable, accessible and profitable short courses. Offering members additional skill with the most current/cutting edge automotive technologies. 10. During tenure IAME recorded a training operations net bottom-line increase of between 5 to 10%. Show less

Sydney, Australia

1. Supported Manufacturing Skills Australia (MSA) as they took carriage of the National automotive training package (AUR). 2. Nationally promoted the continuous improvement of the Automotive training package AUR performing the newly created role of Industry Coordinator - Automotive. 3. Responsible for the establishment of strong industry links through effective network building.4. Quickly established rapport with many of the industry's key stakeholders. 5. Industry… Show more 1. Supported Manufacturing Skills Australia (MSA) as they took carriage of the National automotive training package (AUR). 2. Nationally promoted the continuous improvement of the Automotive training package AUR performing the newly created role of Industry Coordinator - Automotive. 3. Responsible for the establishment of strong industry links through effective network building.4. Quickly established rapport with many of the industry's key stakeholders. 5. Industry engagement, business intelligence gathering, and project management functions are key to success in this role. 6. Played a key role in the creation of electric/hybrid vehicle units of competence and established enhanced EV training options for major local OE manufacturers.7. Engaged in Federally funded programs to bring Automotive training to regional communities across the country. Show less

1. Designed and developed Toyota specific technical training. Delivered this training to the retail service and repair departments of near to 80 franchise dealership operations across NSW.2. Ensured the technical and repair staff within the franchise network of NSW were kept abreast of technical and product changes affecting their work. 3. Played a key role in the establishment of the 'TEAM 21' training program in NSW as a continuous improvement strategy for technical training… Show more 1. Designed and developed Toyota specific technical training. Delivered this training to the retail service and repair departments of near to 80 franchise dealership operations across NSW.2. Ensured the technical and repair staff within the franchise network of NSW were kept abreast of technical and product changes affecting their work. 3. Played a key role in the establishment of the 'TEAM 21' training program in NSW as a continuous improvement strategy for technical training into the 21st century.4. Developed training strategies designed to facilitate improved customer relationship skills for technical staff. 5. Developed the Toyota technician as a 'brand ambassador'. Working with many young Toyota apprentice and trainees across NSWs as they developed their careers. Show less

1. Technical and Customer support to Toyota Franchise network across NSW2. Product technical support and technical feedback for product quality control and improvement in support of engineering departments. 3. Identify product quality issues in the field and report these to the engineering and manufacturing arms of the organisation4. Developed statistical control systems to monitor dealer technical performance - aid dealer technical staff in training to improve technical… Show more 1. Technical and Customer support to Toyota Franchise network across NSW2. Product technical support and technical feedback for product quality control and improvement in support of engineering departments. 3. Identify product quality issues in the field and report these to the engineering and manufacturing arms of the organisation4. Developed statistical control systems to monitor dealer technical performance - aid dealer technical staff in training to improve technical performance. 5. Stakeholder engagement building strong relationships with key people across the NSW dealership network. Show less

Kings Cross

1. Customer service and technical problem solving specialisation. 2. Seconded to the Toyota motor corporation of Australia as Hybrid technology technician preceding the release of the technology to the Australian market. 3. First Australian Toyota Technician trained in Hybrid Electric technology. 4. Attended specialised factory training in Japan prior to being responsible for the maintenance of six Prius press fleet vehicles. 5. Recognised as leading Automotive diagnostician… Show more 1. Customer service and technical problem solving specialisation. 2. Seconded to the Toyota motor corporation of Australia as Hybrid technology technician preceding the release of the technology to the Australian market. 3. First Australian Toyota Technician trained in Hybrid Electric technology. 4. Attended specialised factory training in Japan prior to being responsible for the maintenance of six Prius press fleet vehicles. 5. Recognised as leading Automotive diagnostician specialising in electronic technologies - developed a strong reputation for customer service and effective problem-solving capabilities. 6. Responsible for dealership apprentice induction and early trade training. Show less

Kings Cross

1. Testing and ensuring the quality of the service work conducted within the dealership service department was of high standard.2. Testing each vehicle serviced with in the outlet during any given day and clearing for release to customer. 3. Developed an expertise in customer liaison and negotiation delivering excellent customer satisfaction.

1. Motor Mechanic - Toyota Technician. Responsible for service and repair of late model mainly toyota product with the provsion of exceptional customer service. 2. All types of repair and service work on vehicles ranging from small 4 cylinder vehicles right through to large 4WD Toyota product. 3. Attended numerous Toyota training courses progressing to Toyota Master Technician.

Katoomba

Completed apprenticeship in Motor Mechanics - strong results in TAFE studies - developed a particular strength in electrical technologies. - Developed practical experience in a broad scope of automotive service and repair operations - Gained experience in customer interactions with a focus on maintaining, and promoting positive customer relationships - Successfully completed an apprenticeship in a recognised trade

Master’S Degree, Social Work (Professional Qualifying)

Bachelor'S Degree, Adult Education

Activities and Societies: member institute of automtoive mechanical engineers, associate member australiasian society of automotive.

Cert Iv, Training & Assessment

Cert Iii Equiv, Automotive Mechanical

Completed an apprenticship in the Automotive mechanical trades - light vehicles