Lois Simpson
Ostend,Waiheke Island
Summary
Accomplished Learning Specialist with a proven track record at Air New Zealand, enhancing safety protocols and delivering impactful training programs. Expert in safety and security management and a champion of DE&I, demonstrated leadership in cross-functional collaboration and a notable speaker at the DISPAX World Conference 2024. Skilled in adult learning theory and relationship building, driving continuous improvement and regulatory compliance.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Learning Specialist – Security
Air New Zealand
09.2006 - Current
- Lead initiatives to enhance safety and security protocols for operational staff, ensuring regulatory compliance, continuous improvement, and adherence to best practices.
- Develop and deliver training programs focused on building capability in safety and security across our operational teams.
- Fostering a culture of safety and security awareness across all levels of the organization.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement security measures, and address potential risks.
- Invited to the DISPAX World Conference 2024 to speak (as an SME) on the restraint of unruly passengers.
- Actively participate in DE&I initiatives, co-chairing the Pride network and contributing to the rainbow network
Physical Education Officer
New Zealand Police
Auckland, New Zealand
01.1995 - 08.2006
- Led health, fitness, and officer safety initiatives within the New Zealand police
- Advising and testing recruit applicants in physical fitness.
- Provided officer safety training in conflict resolution, self-defense, baton training, restraint, and pepper spray.
- Guiding professional development.
- Assisted with specialist squad selection and training (AOS/STG).
- Community relations and initiatives (Women’s self-defence)
- Https://www.police.govt.nz
Education
Bachelor of Education -
Massey University
Diploma in Teaching - NZ Department of Education
Auckland College of Education
Diploma -
Auckland Secondary Teachers College
Skills
- Safety and Security Management
- Training program development and delivery
- Adult learning theory
- Maintaining staff training records
- Monitoring feedback
- Continuous Improvement
- Excellent communication
- Risk reduction
- Policy review
- Understanding New Zealand’s threat environment
- Subject matter expert in aviation security
- Relationship building
- Leadership
- Post-incident review
- Data analysis
- Support investigations
- DE&I Advocacy
- Self motivation
Affiliations
- Co-Chair, Pride Network
- NZCPA (member of ex-cricket players association)
- Women in Aviation Training (Forum)
Interests/Hobbies
- Artist
- Walking/swimming
- Gardening
- Travel
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Learning Specialist – Security
Air New Zealand
09.2006 - Current
Physical Education Officer
New Zealand Police
01.1995 - 08.2006
Bachelor of Education -
Massey University
Diploma in Teaching - NZ Department of Education
Auckland College of Education
Diploma -
Auckland Secondary Teachers College
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