Garrett Blair

Dynamic General Manager with a proven track record at Eastwoodhill Arboretum, excelling in strategic and relationship management. Demonstrated expertise in budget oversight and operational leadership, successfully implementing initiatives that boosted revenue and enhanced client relationships. Recognized for effective project coordination and a commitment to health and safety standards.

• SOLGM Emerging Leader Nominee, 01/01/16
• University of Waikato School Leavers Scholarship, 01/01/07
• NCEA Level 3 and University Entrance, 01/01/07
• Gisborne City FC Player of The Year, 01/01/07
• Gisborne Boys High School 1st XI Player of The Year, 01/01/06
• NCEA Level 2, 01/01/06
• NCEA Level 1, 01/01/05
• New Zealand U15 Football Wider Training Squad, 01/01/05
• Gisborne Boys High School 1st XI, 01/01/03, 01/01/07
• Gisborne Boys High School Colours, 01/01/04, 01/01/07
• Gisborne Boys High Junior Soccer Player of the Year, 01/01/03

Date of Birth: 05/31/89

• Grahame Smail, Ex-manager, 021342839
• Shannon Crane, Downer NZ, 0278385761
• Geoff Canham, Geoff Canham Consulting, 021 142 6539

I enjoy playing and coaching soccer and I have been actively involved in this sport 16 years. I also enjoy hiking and tramping and the odd spot of fishing. I have two young boys who keep me fit and active.

Develop key strategic principles and implement these for a successful outcome, Ensuring the strategic vision and values align with the organization’s outcomes, Ensure the outcomes meet the needs of key stakeholders to ensure success is met, Managing capital and operational budgets with clear strategic direction for the Community and Recreation Facilities Section of Council, Prepare annual budgets effectively and monitor budgets accordingly, Organize and facilitate contract and supplier payments on time, Leading and delivering capital projects up to 2 million dollars in value and on budget, Displaying current and effective project management practices and skills to produce successful outcomes, Clear and concise reporting on project developments including issues that arise, Operational Implementation of strategic plans and policies to ensure they are delivered efficiently and effectively, Meet the needs of key stakeholders, users and community groups to ensure they can deliver their goals, Focus on key processes to deliver strategic goals, Develop and maintain business and operational plans with clear work programmes, Identify and maintain key relationships with local iwi, community groups and key stakeholders for the better of the community, Understand the private and public sector and am well versed in the way the local authority works, Can manage staff efficiently and effectively to ensure that outcomes are delivered on time and to the appropriate level and that satisfaction levels are looked after, Can work as part of an executive team to provide advice and knowledge when required and provide strategic direction, Can lead and convene meetings effectively and to a detailed agenda, Good understanding of facilities and how they work, Good understanding of the health and safety act, Well established relationships with local community and iwi already in place, Clear and concise reporting skills which often have to be utilized in the political environment

• Occupational Health and Safety – Level 4, 01/01/13
• Occupational Health and Safety – Level 1, 01/01/14