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TIMOTHY HARTNELL

Rolleston

Summary

Dynamic professional with extensive experience at Proactive Drive in leadership and team development. Recognized for enhancing driver safety programs and managing large-scale training initiatives, leading to improved operational efficiency. Strong organizational skills and a focus on fostering relationships contribute to a commitment to customer satisfaction and safety compliance.

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience

Work History

OPERATOR/TRAINER

Bentley Transport
05.2024 - Current
  • Conducted evaluations for employment eligibility and analyzed assessments following accidents.
  • Tour driving, traveling across the South Island with groups of up to 55 people.
  • Logistics: organizing buses and staff to achieve the daily tasks.
  • Reviewing adherence to specified safety measures and procedural standards.
  • Generated accurate quotes for client projects.

TEAM LEADER / DRIVING & RESCUE TRAINER

Selwyn Civil Defence
01.2017 - Current
  • Leading a team of 30 volunteers in emergency situations
  • Coordinated operations, ensuring team adherence to company policies and procedures.
  • Participated in regular meetings with senior leadership to provide updates on team progress.
  • Fostered a culture of continuous improvement, encouraging innovation and efficiency.
  • Monitoring of training programs.
  • Facilitated instructional courses.
  • Conducted regular performance evaluations, providing constructive feedback and personalized coaching.

Volunteering

Red Cross & Police
02.1989 - Current
  • I have participated in many emergency operations over the years,

Team Leader / Driving and Rescue Trainer

Selwyn Civil Defence, 2017 – Present.

Search and Rescue Technical Advisor.

Coordinating ongoing training for 50 Red Cross members.

Search for dog training and handling.

Instructor of four-wheel drive training.

Emergency relief support.

Search and Rescue training.

Bushcraft Survival

GENERAL MANAGER

Proactive Drive (Charity)
Christchurch
01.2016 - 04.2024
  • Keep up to date with road safety best practice and any legislative changes/reforms!
  • Manage Programme, including Mentors, Learner recruitment and training!
  • Promoting driver safety and education through various community groups
  • Facilitate Defensive Driving courses as required
  • Inductions & Training of groups of up to 250 at a time
  • Management of Driving Instructors (DI's) and their students
  • Oversee DI's workloads, assigning or swapping learners, as required
  • Management of DI schedules, including additional duties as scheduling spaces allow
  • Sales & Business Development
  • Exploring new leads and opportunities
  • Completing "Medical Fitness to Drive" assessments.
  • Delivering driver safety programs and training inside prison
  • Oversee the delivery of Unit Standards (Mito Independent Assessor)
  • Fleet Management
  • Manage Health & Safety Management System

ACCOUNT MANAGER

Orica
01.2014 - 01.2016
  • Handled account management for amounts between $3,000 and $2.1 million each year.
  • Cultivated strategic business alliances.
  • Negotiated contracts and closed deals, focusing on long-term benefits for both the company and the client.
  • Increased profitability and revenue by identifying customer needs and determining appropriate offerings.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with key accounts to ensure customer satisfaction.

SOLE STATION POSITIONS OFFICER / VARIOUS

NZ Police
01.2003 - 01.2014
  • Fostered strong connections with stakeholders, communities, and individuals.
  • Family Liaison Officer during CHCH earthquakes
  • Established networks focused on curbing illegal hunting and criminal practices in less populated areas.
  • Managed accident scene resolutions effectively.
  • Enforcing road rules and promoting safety
  • Handled emergency medical calls in rural settings.

AREA SALES MANAGER

Cotters Electrical
01.1999 - 01.2002
  • Marketing and sales of chemicals to the Restaurant trade
  • Developing relationships with people and gaining their trust
  • Training in the correct use of products
  • I was able to double the turnover in 12 months

Education

PHEC - Pre-Hospital Emergency Care

01.2024

SOLE STATION POSITIONS OFFICER -

NZ Police
01.2014

Police Mentor (LSV) Certificate -

01.2013

Outward Bound Certificate -

01.2013

On Scene Coordinator (RCC) Certificate -

01.2012

Train the Trainer Certificate -

01.2012

Managing Land Search Operations Certificate -

01.2007

CIMS for SAR Certificate -

01.2006

TCA 1& 2 Certificate -

01.2006

Tumonz Certificate -

01.2006

Incident and Group Management Certificate -

01.2006

Skills

  • Highly organised
  • Computer literate
  • Time Management
  • Team Player
  • Customer Service and sales
  • Communication
  • Administration
  • Using initiative
  • Leadership
  • Attention to detail
  • Multitasking
  • Self motivated
  • Problem solving
  • Excellent interpersonal skills

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

OPERATOR/TRAINER

Bentley Transport
05.2024 - Current

TEAM LEADER / DRIVING & RESCUE TRAINER

Selwyn Civil Defence
01.2017 - Current

GENERAL MANAGER

Proactive Drive (Charity)
01.2016 - 04.2024

ACCOUNT MANAGER

Orica
01.2014 - 01.2016

SOLE STATION POSITIONS OFFICER / VARIOUS

NZ Police
01.2003 - 01.2014

AREA SALES MANAGER

Cotters Electrical
01.1999 - 01.2002

Volunteering

Red Cross & Police
02.1989 - Current

PHEC - Pre-Hospital Emergency Care

SOLE STATION POSITIONS OFFICER -

NZ Police

Police Mentor (LSV) Certificate -

Outward Bound Certificate -

On Scene Coordinator (RCC) Certificate -

Train the Trainer Certificate -

Managing Land Search Operations Certificate -

CIMS for SAR Certificate -

TCA 1& 2 Certificate -

Tumonz Certificate -

Incident and Group Management Certificate -

TIMOTHY HARTNELL