Blair Connor Walton
Area Operations Manager
New Plymouth,Frankleigh Park
Summary
Experienced with optimising multi-site operations to drive efficiency and performance. Utilises strong leadership and strategic planning skills to enhance team collaboration and operational outcomes. Track record of effective conflict resolution and resource management. Developed leadership and strategic planning skills in fast-paced operations environment. Experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organisational goals.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Area Operations Manager
Hato Hone St John
07.2024 - Current
- Area Operations Manager overseeing operations across the Taranaki region, including Mokau, Hawera, Stratford, and Opunake.
- Leads and supports a team of 2 Watch Operation Managers and 100 staff.
- Ensures service delivery to a population of approximately 130,200 residents.
- Achieved a 4% increase in response efficiency and a 4% reduction in incident resolution time.
- Maintains a strong network and collaborates closely with mayors, senior police, and fire and emergency officials.
Area Committee Member
Hato Hone St John
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Representing the interests of the Taranaki community, ensuring services are aligned with local needs, and advocating for improvements where necessary.
- Attended committee meetings to propose, discuss and advance management and investment ideas.
Clinical Team Manager
Hato Hone St John
10.2022 - 07.2024
- Leading a team of clinical support staff, providing guidance, mentorship, and support to frontline clinicians.
- Managing daily clinical operations, ensuring proper resource allocation, course scheduling, and deliver.
Clinical Support Officer
Hato Hone St John
03.2022 - 09.2022
- Facilitating learning and teaching sessions for clinicians.
- Assessing and reviewing clinical assessments for candidates who wish to apply and receive an authority to practice.
Paramedic
Hato Hone St John
01.2018 - Current
- Responding to emergencies, dynamic risk assessment on scenes, and providing urgent medical treatment and transport.
Storeroom Manager
PAK'nSAVE
04.2010 - 11.2014
- Started as a Produce Assistant and promoted to Storeroom Manager.
- Managed stock levels, maintained accurate records, and conducted regular stocktakes to reduce waste and shrinkage.
- Oversaw goods receipt, ensured quality control, and enforced proper storage practices.
Branch Sales Manager
The Warehouse
02.2007 - 01.2009
- Began as a fixed-term Customer Service Representative, later appointed to a permanent role.
- Promoted to Branch Sales Manager, responsible for driving sales growth and implementing sales strategies.
- Set clear performance goals for the sales team, providing regular feedback on progress toward targets while offering support where needed.
- Conducted regular performance reviews for team members, identifying strengths as well as areas requiring further development or training opportunities for continuous growth.
Education
Certificate in Real Estate - Salesperson (Level 5)
Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology
Online 07.2020 - 01.2021
Postgraduate Certificate - Medicinal Cannabis (Level 8)
Auckland University of Technology
Auckland 06.2020 - 11.2020
Bachelor in Health Science - Paramedicine (Level 7)
Whitireia And Weltech Polytechnic
Porirua, WGN 02.2015 - 06.2018
Certificate in Academic Studies - Academic Writing (Level 5)
Whitireia And Weltech Polytechnic
Porirua, WGN 04.2014 - 09.2014
National Diploma - Ambulance Practice (Level 5)
Hato Hone St John
New Plymouth, TKI 02.2018 - 08.2020
Certificate in Educational Achievement - (Level 1, 2 And 3)
New Plymouth Boys' High School
New Plymouth, TKI 01.2002 - 11.2005
Skills
Time management
Problem-solving abilities
Team leadership
Customer relations
Adaptability and flexibility
Sales management
Effective communication
Performance management
Recruitment
Team building
Attention to detail
Adaptability
Staff training/development
Relationship building
Quality assurance
Timeline
Area Operations Manager
Hato Hone St John
07.2024 - Current
Area Committee Member
Hato Hone St John
01.2023 - 01.2024
Clinical Team Manager
Hato Hone St John
10.2022 - 07.2024
Clinical Support Officer
Hato Hone St John
03.2022 - 09.2022
Certificate in Real Estate - Salesperson (Level 5)
Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology
07.2020 - 01.2021
Postgraduate Certificate - Medicinal Cannabis (Level 8)
Auckland University of Technology
06.2020 - 11.2020
National Diploma - Ambulance Practice (Level 5)
Hato Hone St John
02.2018 - 08.2020
Paramedic
Hato Hone St John
01.2018 - Current
Bachelor in Health Science - Paramedicine (Level 7)
Whitireia And Weltech Polytechnic
02.2015 - 06.2018
Certificate in Academic Studies - Academic Writing (Level 5)
Whitireia And Weltech Polytechnic
04.2014 - 09.2014
Storeroom Manager
PAK'nSAVE
04.2010 - 11.2014
Branch Sales Manager
The Warehouse
02.2007 - 01.2009
Certificate in Educational Achievement - (Level 1, 2 And 3)
New Plymouth Boys' High School
01.2002 - 11.2005
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