David Gilvray
Auckland,Birkdale
Summary
I am a highly driven Technician, able to use my skills in a situation no matter the pressure to provide support and achieve an solution to a problem. I would describe myself as a very fast learner, able to provide an option or potential solution on a topic I do not have much experience with. I have a developed a good eye for seeking out inefficiencies in a system and paired with my ability to understand a system (even administrative), be able to make positive change.
I have been a leader within my space for most of my career in the Royal New Zealand Navy, acting as a leader of small and large teams, and more recently a leader of team leaders. In this time I have had to deal with interpersonal problems within in my team and directed out of my team, and have always been able to resolve the situation professionally and with empathy.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Weapons & Electronic Technician
Royal New Zealand Navy
02.2017 - Current
- Contributed to mission success by ensuring timely completion of all assigned tasks related to weapons and electronic system maintenance and repair.
- Managed up to 4 major Weapon or Electronic Systems simultaneously.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by consistently demonstrating a strong work ethic and professional attitude.
- Provided leadership to teams ranging between 2 - 15 personnel.
- Facilitated cross-training among team members, sharing expertise on specific weapon and electronic systems to improve overall team competency.
- Safeguarded personnel safety with strict adherence to safety protocols during weapons handling and testing.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping of maintenance actions performed on each system, contributing to efficient tracking of service history data for future reference purposes.
- Developed standard operating procedures for routine maintenance tasks, resulting in consistent quality workmanship across the team.
- Optimised inventory management by tracking, cataloguing, and organising all tools, equipment, and spare parts required for weapons maintenance.
- Maintained compliance with regulations governing the proper storage, handling, transportation, disposal of hazardous materials associated with weapons maintenance activities.
- Supported training exercises with expert knowledge on various weapon systems, providing guidance to fellow sailors as needed.
- Responded to and assisted in medical emergencies.
- Prepared and submitted personnel, ordnance and operational reports.
- Maintained awareness of subordinates' personal problems and shortcomings, supporting personal and professional growth.
Furniture Mover
Move With Murphy
05.2016 - 11.2016
- Followed verbal and written instructions to properly move and ship products.
- Acted as part of a team, moving up to 3 houses in a day.
- Maintained a high level of physical fitness, enabling the efficient completion of strenuous tasks such as lifting heavy items or navigating challenging spaces during moves.
- Safely transported valuable items by securing them properly within the moving truck to prevent shifting during transit.
Casual Labourer
Trade Staff
11.2015 - 04.2016
- Expanded skill set through continuous learning of new techniques, tools, and equipment related to laborer tasks.
- Improved worksite efficiency by maintaining clean and organized work areas.
- Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
- Demonstrated flexibility with shifting responsibilities based on project needs, contributing to overall productivity levels.
Education
Certificate - Electronic Engineering
Skills NZ
Auckland, AUK04.2020
Certificate - Mechanical And Automotive Engineering
UNITEC Institute of Technology
Auckland11.2016
Skills
- Leadership, Teamwork and loyalty
- Wide array of Technical Diagnostic Skills
- Time management
- Conflict resolution techniques
- Knowledge in Health and Safety systems
- Knowledge in logistics and stock tracking
- Willingness to learn
- Strong work ethic
Certification
- Registered Electrical Service Technician.
- Current Serving Petty Officer in the RNZN.
- Current NZ Secret Security Clearance.
- NZDF Lead Leaders Qualification.
- NZDF Lead Teams Qualification.
- Qualified RNZN Firefighter, Damage Control Team Leader, and Damage Control Scene Leader.
- Qualified First Aid and CPR responder.
- Working at Height Operator, and Rescue Member.
- Confined Spaces Operator, and Gas Detection.
- Forklift Operator.
- EWP Operator.
Timeline
Weapons & Electronic Technician
Royal New Zealand Navy
02.2017 - Current
Furniture Mover
Move With Murphy
05.2016 - 11.2016
Casual Labourer
Trade Staff
11.2015 - 04.2016
Certificate - Electronic Engineering
Skills NZ
Certificate - Mechanical And Automotive Engineering
UNITEC Institute of Technology
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