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Work History
Education
Skills
Skills Qualifications Courses
Hobbies and Interests
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Neil Nicholson-Hyde

Wellington,WGN

Summary

I am motivated by te hau ika me te ahumoana, where there is opportunity to ensure sustainability of Aotearoa's aquatic environment. Rangatira is one of the principles at the forefront of my practice, ensuring that Aotearoa is respected and protected at all times. I also regularly demonstrate and embrace whānau, working collaboratively with others to support and encourage a positive and healthy work environment for my team.

I am a confident and passionate individual who is organised, determined, and adaptable to work effectively within a team or independently. I strive to proactively identify non-compliance, taking necessary action to ensure mitigation measures are implemented, minimising harm and organisational risks. I am proficient in following direction and receptive to constructive feedback. As evidenced by my work ethic, I am a goal-oriented person who delivers quality outcomes in pursuit of objectives.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Waste Management Specialist

Nonstop Solutions
Whitby, Wellington
11.2023 - Current
  • Assessed waste management needs and developed strategies to reduce environmental impact.
  • Coordinated with contractors to ensure efficient collection of recyclables and safe disposal of non-recyclable materials.
  • Ensured that all equipment used in the handling of hazardous materials was properly maintained according to safety standards.
  • Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.
  • Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.

Senior Manager - Interior Systems

Absolute Interiors Ltd
Wellington, NZ
05.2018 - 08.2023
  • Making executive decisions on behalf of the company and attending regular progress meetings with internal and external stakeholders
  • Conducting analysis and critical thinking to form accurate and reliable assessments to inform senior decision-makers of patterns, trends, and barriers to objectives
  • Consistent and concise communication with internal and external stakeholders to ensure effortless transition between various aspects of a project
  • Effective time management of my mahi while simultaneously directing and delegating a team of nine employees and organising development opportunities for further progression
  • Conducting clerical requirements such as planning and creating content for 'toolbox talks' or safety meetings, completing timesheets, reading and translating blueprints via effective communication techniques
  • Trusted to make executive decisions on behalf of the company
  • Gained confidence working with a diverse range of individuals and further developed the ability to adapt to unexpected, and often stressful, situations
  • Established and maintained positive working relationships with various companies within Te Whanganui-a-Tara.

Builder (various positions)

Various agencies
Wellington, Calgary, NZ, Canada
03.2013 - 05.2018
  • Utilising proactive safety tools, such as Hazard IDs, nearmisses, loss control inspections, and job safety/field level risk assessment forms
  • Created Site Specific Safety Plans (SSSPs) for various projects which have assisted in incident mitigation, ensuring no serious incidents occurred
  • Worked effectively with complex clientele (manaaki) and various stakeholders (whanau), with the ability to professionally and empathetically articulate arising issues, project requirements, and progress agenda
  • Acquired thorough understanding and high-level competence/skills within the construction industry
  • Excellent performance reviews from management, particularly in difficult situations that had been handled with the utmost professionalism
  • Established and maintained positive working relationships with various companies within Te Whanganui-a-Tara.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Marine Biology

Victoria University of Wellington
Wellington, NZ

Skills

  • Pollution Prevention
  • Environmental Compliance
  • Staff Training and Development
  • Project Supervision
  • Organizational Improvement
  • Resource Allocation

Skills Qualifications Courses

  • First Aid (L1)
  • NZ Certificate in Exercise (L4)
  • PADI Advanced Open Water Diver (drysuit specialty)
  • PADI Freediver

Hobbies and Interests

  • Volunteering with community projects such as Ghost Diving NZ, Mountains to Sea, and Wellington Zoo
  • Competitive hockey and Historical Medieval Combat for sport.
  • Exploring nature and scuba diving.

References

Available upon request

Timeline

Waste Management Specialist

Nonstop Solutions
11.2023 - Current

Senior Manager - Interior Systems

Absolute Interiors Ltd
05.2018 - 08.2023

Builder (various positions)

Various agencies
03.2013 - 05.2018

Bachelor of Science - Marine Biology

Victoria University of Wellington

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