Kurt Gross
Kiwi Rail
Turangi
1
Certification
10
years of professional experience
Experienced Remote Control Operator with a strong focus on safety standards and operational efficiency. Skilled in training and mentoring new operators, and committed to implementing best practices that enhance team performance and safety compliance.
Work History
Remote Control Operator
9 Years 11 Months- Managed monitoring of train operations to uphold safety standards and maintain timely schedules.
- Streamlined daily train movement processes, focusing on efficiency improvements and delay reduction strategies.
- Executed routine inspections of equipment and infrastructure to ensure operational integrity.
- Delivered comprehensive instruction to new operators to ensure adherence to safety procedures and effective control systems utilization.
Roving Shunter
9 Years 11 Months- Coordinated and directed shunting of locomotives, ensuring seamless and effective rail yard logistics.
- Collaborated with yard crews to ensure prompt and accurate loading and unloading of freight cars, supporting operational efficiency.
- Monitored track conditions and reported issues to maintain safety and operational efficiency.
- Implemented best practices for equipment inspection, enhancing reliability of shunting operations.
Train Examiner
9 Years 11 Months- Conducted inspections of rail infrastructure to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Identified defects and potential hazards during routine examinations, enhancing operational safety.
- Collaborated with maintenance teams to develop corrective action plans for identified issues.
- Trained junior examiners on inspection protocols and best practices for efficiency improvements.
Education
Skills
Quality assurance checks
Team collaboration
Active listening
Training and mentoring
Certification
- Catering Kitchen Workers Kitchen Prep Training - 14 months
- TEC L2 NC. Building Construction Allied Trade Skills Training - 3 months
- TEC L3 NZC. Apiculture Training - 9 months
- IND L2 NZC. Primary Industry Skills Training - 6 months
- IND L3 NZC.Primary Industry Skills Training - 6 months
- AGRICULTURE L3 Industry Skills Training - 2 months
Timeline
Remote Control Operator
Kiwi Rail
05.2008 - 04.2018Read More
Roving Shunter
Kiwi Rail
05.2008 - 04.2018Read More
Train Examiner
Kiwi Rail
05.2008 - 04.2018Read More
Huntly College
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