Ian Deane
Whanganui,MWT
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Health and Safety Officer
TJ Contracting 2018 Limited
05.2023 - Current
- Improved workplace safety measures by conducting regular inspections and risk assessments.
- Collaborated with management to develop comprehensive health and safety policies for the company.
- Enhanced emergency preparedness with thorough evacuation plans and drills.
- Promoted a culture of safety awareness among employees through educational initiatives and presentations.
- Reduced the occurrence of accidents by implementing safety training programs for employees.
- Assisted in the development of customized training materials for specific job roles to increase employee competency regarding safety protocols.
- Coordinated with external vendors to ensure proper maintenance and calibration of safety equipment, such as fire extinguishers and gas detectors.
- Monitored company-wide compliance with established safety policies through regular audits and feedback sessions.
- Evaluated effectiveness of safety programs by tracking incident rates and implementing improvements as needed.
- Monitored workplace activities to determine compliance with safety regulations and standards.
- Developed and implemented safety policies and procedures to promote workplace safety.
- Investigated incidents, determining root causes and implementing corrective actions.
- Conducted safety audits and inspections to identify workplace hazards and deficiencies.
- Provided new-employee health and safety orientations and developed materials for presentations.
- Researched and devised new safety initiatives and strategies to improve safety performance.
Certified Class 2 Over Dimension Load Pilot
TJ Contracting 2018 Limited
05.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with transporter driver to plan permitted routes and the safest routes to undertake the transportation of over dimensional loads.
- Assisted with the securing of the over dimensional loads utilising certified load restraints.
- Provided clear and concise communication with the transporter driver advising them of upcoming hazards including roading and traffic conditions.
- Ensured early warnings to other motorists were clear and adequate to ensure their safety as well as our own.
- Constantly scanning ahead for hazards such as low wires that could come into contact with the over dimensional load.
- Maintained great public relations with customers and their staff during the engagement of the transportation of the over dimensional loads.
Class 5 Driver
TJ Contracting 2018 Limited
05.2023 - Current
- Managed accurate logbooks detailing hours of work.
- Displayed keen attention to detail when securing loads using straps, chains or other restraints to prevent shifting during transit.
- Attended regular safety meetings to stay informed about best practices in the trucking industry.
- Collaborated with dispatchers for efficient route planning and prompt issue resolution.
- Kept in close contact with dispatch team to make quick route adjustments and add new stops.
- Conducted regular maintenance checks on the vehicle, reporting any issues to management for timely repairs and minimizing downtime.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction with timely deliveries and professional communication.
- Performed thorough pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and minimize downtime due to mechanical issues.
- Navigated through various weather conditions while maintaining on-time delivery performance.
- Coordinated with team members during high-volume periods to optimize workflow efficiency.
- Checked trailer hitch and secured attachments to truck for optimal safety.
- Handled load documentation, obtaining weigh dockets from quarries loader drivers.
- Improved delivery efficiency by optimizing routes and adhering to schedules.
- Maneuvered vehicles with high degree of skill through narrow passageways and around obstructions such as parked cars.
- Minimized breakdowns and complex mechanical issues by inspecting trucks each day and completing routine vehicle audits.
- Maximized fuel efficiency by monitoring engine performance indicators, adjusting speed accordingly based on road conditions.
- Completed required paperwork accurately, including bills of lading, weight tickets, and inspection forms.
- Maintained safe driving practices for reduced accidents and lower insurance costs.
- Effectively communicated with customers regarding delivery schedules or delays, ensuring their expectations were met or exceeded.
- Maximized load safety by balancing, securing, and weighing products.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Maintained daily, legible log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Obtained necessary permits and licenses to operate various commercial vehicles legally.
- Inspected load security and checked for damages.
- Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
- Utilised the My Trucking App for jobs and completed when current job was finished.
Police Officer - Commercial Vehicle Safety Team
New Zealand Police
08.2008 - 04.2023
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices, maintaining a high level of expertise within the field of law enforcement.
- Displayed sound judgment under pressure when making critical decisions that impact public safety during emergency situations.
- Utilized excellent communication skills when interacting with diverse populations, fostering trust between law enforcement and the community members they serve.
- Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
- Enforced traffic laws diligently, promoting road safety and reducing accident rates.
- Liaised closely with the transport industry to ensure compliance of New Zealand Transport Legislation from Vehicle Dimension and Mass (VDAM) Rule, Dangerous Goods (DGs), Vehicle Fitness, Worktime and Logbook Rule (fatigue management / logbook hours), Crash Investigations, Load Security, Permits, Driver Behaviour to name a few.
- Liaised with partner agencies (NZTA Waka Kotahi, ACC, New Zealand Transport Forum) to ensure consistent monitoring of activities undertaken by the transport industry.
- Operated Compliance Station weigh bridges and mobile weighing of vehicles to ensure compliance with weight limits.
- Managed crowd control during events, ensuring public safety while minimizing disruptions to attendees or surrounding communities.
- Patrolled assigned areas to prevent and detect roadway crimes.
- Gathered necessary information for court appearances and testified as witness under oath in court.
- Apprehended offenders and conducted interviews.
- Enforced traffic laws and ordinances through visual observation and radar speed detection.
- Mentored junior officers on the importance of ethical behaviour, accountability, and professionalism in their role as public servants.
- Issued electronic tickets for violations of traffic laws.
- Supported supervisors with administrative tasks such as scheduling shifts and managing equipment inventory, increasing department efficiency and organization.
- Responded to emergency calls to provide assistance to citizens in need.
- Conducted searches of individuals, vehicles and premises.
- Built excellent rapport and working relationship with community to build trust and improve upon communication.
- Identified, pursued and arrested suspects and offenders of criminal acts.
- Performed rescue functions at accidents, emergencies and disasters by directing traffic and administering emergency medical aid.
- Participated in continuous firearms proficiency, defensive driving and arrest technique training.
- Checked vehicle equipment for proper functioning prior to use.
Real Estate Sales Person
Harcourts Whanganui
04.2007 - 08.2008
- Communicated with clients to understand property needs and preferences.
- Wrote listings detailing and professionally highlighting property features to increase sales chances.
- Liaised between buyers and sellers to provide positive experiences for both parties.
- Coordinated appointments to show marketed properties.
- Built lasting relationships with clients by demonstrating integrity, honesty, and professionalism throughout each transaction.
- Guided first-time homebuyers through the purchasing process with patience and understanding while addressing their individual needs and concerns.
- Compiled lists of properties that met buyers' needs and financial resources.
Police Constable
New Zealand Police
07.1997 - 04.2007
- Performed general patrol services and provided traffic control.
- Confronted and resolved emergency and non-emergency situations.
- Protected life and property through enforcement of regulations and laws.
- Maintained accurate records of incidents and investigations, contributing to a well-organized police department.
- Managed crime scenes to protect personnel and preserve evidence.
- Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area.
- Participated in department-sponsored community outreach programs, building trust and rapport between the police force and local residents.
- Booked suspects into custody by processing mug shots and fingerprints.
- Participated in specialized training programs, enhancing personal skills for better service to the community.
- Responded immediately to reports of automobile accidents and criminal activity, calling for additional support as necessary.
- Provided testimony in court proceedings, resulting in a high rate of successful prosecutions.
- Managed traffic control at accident scenes, ensuring public safety while minimizing congestion-related delays.
- Collaborated with fellow officers for successful crime prevention and resolution efforts.
- Assisted victims of crime by providing support services referrals and acting as a liaison between them and other agencies involved in their cases.
- Patrolled assigned areas to prevent and detect roadway crimes.
- Provided crime prevention suggestions and recommendations.
- Led shift briefings to inform officers of properties to check and individuals of note in local areas.
- Delivered presentations on crime prevention to schools and community organizations, fostering awareness and vigilance among citizens.
- Responded to emergency calls to provide assistance to citizens in need.
- Built excellent rapport and working relationship with community to build trust and improve upon communication.
- Monitored criminal activity in community to identify suspicious activity.
- Checked vehicle equipment for proper functioning prior to use.
- Participated in continuous firearms proficiency, defensive driving and arrest technique training.
- Identified, pursued and arrested suspects and offenders of criminal acts.
- Member of the New Zealand Police Armed Offenders Squad for 6 years (April 2001-April 2007)
Education
Diploma in Policing - Policing
Royal New Zealand Police College
Skills
- Health and Safety Meetings
- Toolbox Meetings
- Workplace inspections
- Safety audits
- Accident investigation
- Risk Assessment
- Certified Class 2 Over Dimension Load Pilot
- Class 5 Driver
Certification
- Certified Class 2 Overdimension Load Pilot, TJ Contracting Ltd - May 2023 - Current
Timeline
Health and Safety Officer
TJ Contracting 2018 Limited
05.2023 - Current
Certified Class 2 Over Dimension Load Pilot
TJ Contracting 2018 Limited
05.2023 - Current
Class 5 Driver
TJ Contracting 2018 Limited
05.2023 - Current
Police Officer - Commercial Vehicle Safety Team
New Zealand Police
08.2008 - 04.2023
Real Estate Sales Person
Harcourts Whanganui
04.2007 - 08.2008
Police Constable
New Zealand Police
07.1997 - 04.2007
Diploma in Policing - Policing
Royal New Zealand Police College
- Certified Class 2 Overdimension Load Pilot, TJ Contracting Ltd - May 2023 - Current
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