Summary
Overview
Work History
Skills
Accomplishments
References
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Clint Mariu

Hamilton,WKO

Summary

People leader with extensive experience in operational oversight and business administration, notably at Ruapehu Alpine Lifts. Excelled in recruiting, training, and leading teams of up to 60, driving revenue growth and efficiency improvements. Skilled in budget control and payroll administration, leveraging Excel and SharePoint to enhance decision-making and operational efficiency. Demonstrates exceptional problem-solving and team development abilities. Knowledge in use of pneumatic/robotic machinery, park and recreation space machinery, skilled workshop technician.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Snowsports Rental Manager/Workshop Manager

Ruapehu Alpine Lifts - Whakapapa Ski Area
04.2024 - Current
  • Recruitment and training (currently team of 30 to 35)
  • Sole responsibility: Driving business revenue, annual labour/ capex expenditure planning, monitoring labour utilisation.
  • Developing systems to create efficiencies for guest satisfaction and labour efficiency.
  • Maintenance, stock control, purchase ordering of fleet over 5 outlets during off season.
  • Workshop machines, maintenance and servicing.
  • People management.
  • Business initiatives and labour costing efficiencies.
  • Computer and systems skills: Excel, Word, Outlook, One drive, Share point, Payroll and finance systems proficient.

Contract Painter 2IC

Galloway Designs
08.2021 - 04.2024
  • Prepared surfaces for painting by cleaning, sanding, and repairing defects to ensure smooth results.
  • Prepared trim, walls and ceilings for painting by cleaning, smoothing, and priming.
  • Applied primer, paints, varnishes and lacquers to walls and surfaces using traditional and sprayer methods.
  • Climbed scaffolding, staging, ladders, and planks to reach work area surfaces and observed safety protocols to prevent falls.

Parks Operator 2IC

Downer NZ - Outdoor Space Management
11.2020 - 08.2021
  • Operated various types of machinery, demonstrating versatility and adaptability in diverse work environments.
  • Maintained knowledge of industry policies and procedures to set up and operate equipment safely.
  • Worked outside in all weather conditions.
  • Reduced equipment downtime by troubleshooting issues and performing timely repairs.
  • Accurately documented all operational data, ensuring up-to-date records for review and analysis.
  • Led cross-functional team project that improved communication between departments, enhancing overall operational efficiency.

Rentals/Workshop Manager

Ruapehu Alpine Lifts - Whakapapa Ski Area
10.1999 - 10.2020
  • Sole responsibility of Rental business unit and operations summer and winter, reporting to and assisting Commercial Units Manager.
  • Recruitment and training (Team of 50/60)
  • Managing and resourcing Attendants, Cashiers, Rental Supervisors, Workshop and Season Rental Coordinator in daily operations.
  • Driving business revenue, annual labour/ capex expenditure planning, monitoring labour utilisation.

Skills

    Budget Creation and Control

    Operational Oversight

    Business Administration

    Recruiting and Hiring

    Staff training/development (30 to 35 employees)

    Purchasing and planning

    Payroll Administration and Timekeeping

    Computer and systems skills: Excel, Word, Outlook, One drive, Share point, Payroll and finance systems proficient

Accomplishments

  • Recipient - Company Team Leader award - 2015
  • Recipient - Whakapapa Winter star - Outstanding Leadership – 2017
  • Recipient - Whakapapa Winter star - Outstanding Leadership – 2018
  • Nominee - Whakapapa Winter star - Outstanding Leadership – 2019
  • NZQA Certified Assessor Snowsports
  • Workshop Technician

References

Phil Neal

0274796793

phil.neal@salvationarmy.org.nz

Salvation Army Business Services Manager. (NZ, Fiji, Tonga, Samoa)


Marama Isherwood

027 2685595

misherwood@taupo.govt.nz

Southern Lake Taupo Engagement Partner



Craig Crosse

0274878191

spudcrosse@gmail.com

Owner/Proprietor Schnapps Bar, National Park.


Steve Manunui

smanunui@whakapapa.com

Ruapehu Alpine Lifts Ltd, Ski Area Manager


Brad Galloway

021526556

Galloway Designs/Painters



Timeline

Snowsports Rental Manager/Workshop Manager

Ruapehu Alpine Lifts - Whakapapa Ski Area
04.2024 - Current

Contract Painter 2IC

Galloway Designs
08.2021 - 04.2024

Parks Operator 2IC

Downer NZ - Outdoor Space Management
11.2020 - 08.2021

Rentals/Workshop Manager

Ruapehu Alpine Lifts - Whakapapa Ski Area
10.1999 - 10.2020
Clint Mariu