Dean Smith Email & Phone Number

The future of learning and development at Unitywater aims to meet the increasing on-the-job demands of our industry and Queensland by providing a range of blended learning solutions. These solutions will support technical and non-technical learning pathways, minimizing the time candidates spend off the jobI am used to leading teams and projects and am viewed by many as having an entrepreneurial flair when it comes to putting ideas, people and programs together leading to successful outcomes.I have a background of instigating and implementing new initiatives across the industry. I have strong relationship building skills and have developed over time a wide range of network contacts across New Zealand and AustraliaI have instigated a change management within industry so am no stranger to driving changes through others.I have a passion for educational excellence, having worked with a wide range of educational providers throughout New Zealand. 30 years in the electrical industry has given a wide range of engineering and technical experience. I have a strong understanding of tertiary and industry based training within New Zealand.I have a strong understanding of eLearning and learner management systemsAcquisition of an MBA in 2007 has given me a sharper edge to my business acumen and I have written strategic plans and large budgets.

Listed skills include Training, Change Management, Leadership, Management, and 18 others.