Matthew Lawless
Palmerston North,Manawatu
Summary
Experienced Lance Corporal Infantryman offering 6 years of experience with the New Zealand Army. Solid communication, planning and problem-solving abilities. Outstanding team collaboration and leadership skills. Demonstrated success in training team members and also members from other nations. Excellent attention to detail and strong organizational skills. Safety-driven and disciplined with a remarkable work ethic.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Infantry
New Zealand Defence Force
2017.07 - Current
- In this role as Infantrymen, I hold the rank of Lance Corporal, currently posted to Fire Support Group, 1RNZIR.
- My responsibilities are to train new soldiers in standard operating procedures, weapon safety, weapon use, maintenance of weapons, maintenance of their own kit, assist with planning training for upcoming periods, safety supervisor during live field firing activities, in charge of discipline for my detachment, lead soldiers in absence of a section commander and to understudy the section commander to further my own development.
- Left on short notice to overseas deployments.
- Trained other countries Defence Forces on weapon safety, weapon use, maintenance of weapons, warfighting and safety supervisor on purpose built ranges.
- Trained with multinational forces while overseas on exercise.
- Maintained secure communication systems to relay information to and from command teams.
Delivery Driver
Wharerata
2015.02 - 2017.06
- Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
- Delivered food to customers workplace and business offices.
- Maintained upbeat, positive attitude in busy, customer-focused environment.
- Completed rush deliveries on tight timetables to satisfy customer needs.
- Verified accuracy of all deliveries against order forms, in terms of dietary requirements
Education
No Degree -
Palmerston North Boys' High School
Palmerston North, NZ11.2015
Skills
- Working as a team
- Manage Communications
- Mental Toughness
- Safety Guidelines
- Training Expertise
- Managing PPE
- Storage Procedures
Accomplishments
Deployed to Operation Protect in Auckland supporting the New Zealand Police with Roadblocks and at the MIQF in 2020.
Deployed to the Solomon Islands to assist in peace keeping with the New Zealand Police in 2021.
Deployed on Operation Tieke to train the Ukrainian Defence Force personnel to go to war in 2022.
Timeline
Infantry
New Zealand Defence Force
2017.07 - Current
Delivery Driver
Wharerata
2015.02 - 2017.06
No Degree -
Palmerston North Boys' High School
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