I am a dynamic maritime educator and course developer with extensive experience in the maritime sector, both internationally and in Aotearoa/New Zealand. With a proven ability to create engaging learning environments while prioritising the diverse needs of learners. I am highly adaptable and confident in utilising emerging technologies to enhance educational delivery, consistently recognised for reliability and excellence in instruction. Aiming to leverage expertise to challenge and train Maritime Response professionals.
I am a recent graduate of the Coastguard NZ Whaikōrero course with a deep understanding of tikanga Māori, enabling confident formal communication on the Marae. I possess strong interpersonal skills to engage with diverse communities across New Zealand.
I have a background in Emergency Response with extensive military training in emergency management. Proven expertise in developing and delivering training programs for Defence personnel and civilians on the operation of critical equipment, including watercraft, various pumps, hydraulic tools, and hazardous material management. I am committed to enhancing operational readiness and safety through effective instruction and assessment.
I am a driven professional with a strong work ethic and adaptability, ready to embrace new challenges. With an ability to learn quickly and contribute effectively within a dynamic team environment. Committed to supporting organisational goals through proactive engagement and collaboration.
Coordinate and implement sea-based operations with 1NZSAS Regt.
Delivered maritime training and civilian certification programs to unit members.
Oversee risk management during water tasks.
Supplied unit with specialised maritime knowledge.
Managed specialist RHIB operators.
Managed operations room at primary NZ Covid positive cases isolation site, Jetpark Hotel for 4 months.
Assisted development of the America's Cup Course Marshall Training Programme.
Instructed on the Course Marshall Programme.
Facilitated on-water training.
Conducted on-water marshalling for the America's Cup Event.
Cultivated relations with key influencers to maximise top talent enlistment.
Conducted presentations, testing and interviews of candidates from various cultural and ethnic backgrounds, beliefs and gender-diversity.
Established Power-Boat Accreditation Programme for the School of Military Engineers (NZ).
Supplied expert guidance for drafting DFO (A) Vol 7, focusing on Safety in Training related to Watermanship.
Developed and delivered instructional content for disaster response and equipment associated with it.
Coordinated comprehensive drills for tactical preparedness.
Strengthened infrastructure through reconstruction efforts in Afghanistan
Assigned to 1NZSAS Regiment as RHIB Operator in 1999.
Managed operations of multiple maritime platforms.
Developed training and resources for the operation of the 11.8m NAIAD twin jet RHIB with 1100 horsepower.
Richard Davies
Maritime Training Instructor
1 NZSAS Regiment
Papakura
021 905 436
Charles Hayward
Ex Manager
Boating Education, Coastguard NZ
Westhaven, Auckland
027 608 8111