Summary
Overview
Work History
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Accomplishments
Interests
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Shane Smith

Summary

A Dynamic Manufacturing Engineer by trade, I am process driven, with a proven track record of success in Technical Sales and New Business Development.

I successfully paved the way for Anti-flamme to become a household name and as a Company Director created my own business success.

Coming from a successful sporting background, I am committed to achieving goals through chasing market opportunities with effective sales and closing techniques.

With years of knowledge and market experience behind me I am high energy, very engaging and enjoy helping others succeed.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience

Work History

Maintenance Engineer

Talley's Group
03.2022 - Current

Welding, machining, fabrication, assembly, repairs and maintenance on food processing equipment. Contractor Supervision with Health and safety requirements.

Operations & Maintenance Technician

Central Plains Water Limited
08.2017 - 01.2022
  • 24/7 Monitoring of this $500,000,000.00 Water Scheme
  • Regular contact with 300 farm owners and stake holders helping with developments and solving on Farm Problems
  • Adhering to strict On Farm health and safety issues

Engineering Technician

Auckland University
10.2014 - 07.2017
  • Commissioned to build The Test Halls Shake table for vibration and earthquake testing
  • Capital Purchasing for The University
  • Design and build test equipment for both academic and commercial projects
  • Helped post grad student with engineering project

National Sales Manager

Rush Security
04.2013 - 06.2014
  • Negotiated and closed agreements with large customers and monitored and analyzed performance metrics.
  • Trained new sales staff.
  • leveraged off existing accounts to bring in new National and Major accounts.

Maintenance Industrial Engineer

Self Employed
06.2008 - 03.2013
  • Clients include: Talley's, Watties, Schneider Electrical, Northwest Engineering, Steel Solutions, Chapman Manufacturing

Telecommunications & IT Sales

Telstra Clear
01.2006 - 05.2008
  • Part of a top performing sales team two years running

Engineer

Gough Gough & Hammer
11.2004 - 12.2006

Machinist / Fitter / Fabricator on Caterpillar Equipment

Company Director

Self Employed
05.2000 - 05.2006
  • Increased revenue by identifying new business opportunities and implementing successful marketing campaigns.
  • Identified market opportunities and filled the gaps
  • Achieved regulatory compliance across all business operations by developing robust policies and procedures.

National and Major Accounts Sales Specialist

Ricoh Copiers
10.1995 - 09.1997
  • Shared knowledge and wrote out sales process for other sales people
  • Helped a sales team achieve and increased budget for the very first time
  • Secured Ricoh's first National and Major Accounts.

Area Sales Manager

U-Bix Copiers
01.1993 - 10.1995
  • Recognized for my ability to quickly build trust and report and gain new business

National Sales & Marketing Manager

Nature's Kiss
02.1992 - 01.1993

Grew this company from 10 account to 250 accounts within 12 months and paved the way for Anti-Flame to become a household name.

Skills

    - Relationship building

    - Goals and performance

    - Business developement

    - Sales presentation & negotiating techniques

    - Closing the deal

Accomplishments

  • Four Wonderful Children
  • 14 National Titles in Cycling
  • Paved the way for Anti-Flamme to become a household name
  • Secured Ricoh Copiers first National and Major Accounts
  • Successfully launched The Coffeeman into the market with a Demo Machine and a well presented Proposal.

Interests

  • Music
  • I like working with my hands and fixing things
  • Youth mentor, providing guidance and support to empower the next generation of leaders
  • Outdoor Recreation
  • I enjoy cooking for friends and family gatherings
  • Wine Tasting
  • Adventure Travel
  • Growing herbs, vegetables, or fruits in home gardens
  • Tech enthusiast, passionate about exploring the latest advancements and innovations
  • DIY and Home Improvement
  • Road Trips
  • Blockchain Technology and Cryptocurrency
  • Regularly practice mindfulness and meditation for overall wellness

Timeline

Maintenance Engineer

Talley's Group
03.2022 - Current

Operations & Maintenance Technician

Central Plains Water Limited
08.2017 - 01.2022

Engineering Technician

Auckland University
10.2014 - 07.2017

National Sales Manager

Rush Security
04.2013 - 06.2014

Maintenance Industrial Engineer

Self Employed
06.2008 - 03.2013

Telecommunications & IT Sales

Telstra Clear
01.2006 - 05.2008

Engineer

Gough Gough & Hammer
11.2004 - 12.2006

Company Director

Self Employed
05.2000 - 05.2006

National and Major Accounts Sales Specialist

Ricoh Copiers
10.1995 - 09.1997

Area Sales Manager

U-Bix Copiers
01.1993 - 10.1995

National Sales & Marketing Manager

Nature's Kiss
02.1992 - 01.1993
Shane Smith