Brayden Walker
Palmerston North,Manawatu
Summary
Dedicated Army non-commissioned officer with six years of service background participating in and supporting training exercises as a NZLAV crewman and commander. Disciplined in following orders and working with others to complete tasks. Poised and calm in stressful, high-pressure situations.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Soldier
New Zealand Defence Force
07.2018 - Current
- Improved team cohesion by conducting regular training exercises and fostering a supportive environment.
- Enhanced operational efficiency by maintaining thorough records of personnel, equipment, and supplies.
- Ensured mission success with diligent planning, coordination, and execution of various tasks.
- Mitigated risks by conducting thorough safety assessments and implementing appropriate measures.
- Developed strong leadership skills through rigorous training and hands-on experience in high-pressure situations.
- Established effective communication channels to relay vital information between units during operations.
- Increased unit readiness by regularly assessing personnel performance and providing constructive feedback for improvement.
- Promoted a culture of accountability by enforcing strict adherence to military standards and protocols.
- Maintained physical fitness levels to meet demanding operational requirements and ensure optimal performance under challenging circumstances.
- Strengthened morale among fellow soldiers through active listening, empathy, and encouragement in difficult situations.
- Excelled in specialized training courses to enhance technical expertise in specific areas of military operations.
- Participated in joint exercises with allied forces to improve interoperability and strengthen partnerships.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to solve complex problems while working under pressure in dynamic environments.
- Conducted regular maintenance of equipment and vehicles, ensuring maximum reliability and readiness for mission-critical tasks.
- Coached and mentored new recruits for motivated, high-performing teams.
- Operated and maintained armoured vehicles.
- Looked after equipment by scheduling and performing organizational and preventive maintenance.
Education
High School Diploma -
Tuakau College
Tuakau, NZ11.2017
Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Squad Leadership
- Training Coordination
- Equipment Maintenance and Management
- Risk Assessments
- Physical Fitness
- Buddy Care and First Aid
- Positive Attitude and reliability
- Teamwork and Loyalty
- Documentation And Reporting
- Vehicle operation and maintenance
- Team Supervision
- Quick Decision Making
- Report Generation and writing
- Strong Work Ethic
- Cultural Sensitivity
- Analytical and strategic Thinking
- Conflict Resolution
- Works Well Under Pressure
- Team building
- Professionalism
- Adaptability
- Attention to Detail
- Professional Demeanour
- Task Prioritization
- Organizational Skills
- Self Motivation
- Excellent Communication
- Managing PPE
- Interpersonal Communication
Certification
- outdoor experiences level 3&4
- site security certificate level 2&3
- Business certificate level 3 (introduction to team leadership)
Timeline
Soldier
New Zealand Defence Force
07.2018 - Current
High School Diploma -
Tuakau College
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