Enhanced public safety by responding to and investigating reports of by law breeches and breeches of the dog control act.
Improved community relations through conducting educational presentations on responsible pet ownership and local animal laws.
Collaborated with local law enforcement agencies to enforce animal control ordinances and handle dangerous or aggressive animals.
Managed accurate record-keeping systems for all impounded animals, ensuring timely updates and smooth communication with other departments.
Maintained a safe environment for animals in the shelter by performing daily health checks, feeding, and cleaning duties.
Decreased the number of repeat offenses by providing guidance to pet owners on proper care and legal requirements.
Administered microchipping services, and basic medical care for animals under the shelter''s supervision, promoting overall wellbeing.
Ensured proper handling of deceased animals for transport to designated disposal facilities while adhering to established protocols.
Developed strong working relationships with veterinarians, rescue organizations, and other stakeholders within the community for improved collaboration on shared goals.
Facilitated positive outcomes in difficult situations by using conflict resolution skills when interacting with agitated or uncooperative individuals during field operations.
Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with industry best practices and enhance overall job performance.
Investigated and gathered information regarding animal-related complaints.
Unloaded and impounded animals received from animal control and public.
Responded to daily calls to enforce animal control regulations.
Wrote reports of activities and maintained files of impoundments and dispositions of animals.
Patrolling Parks and Reserves (public walkways and bush walks) ensuring compliance of the Dog Control Act and WCC bylaws.
Health and Safety Officer
Attending weekly meetings
Moa Point site inspections
Maintaining safety register
First Aider (current)
Animal Control Officer
DSS Animal Management
12.2007 - 06.2012
Enhanced public safety by responding to and investigating reports of by law breeches and breeches of the dog control act.
Improved community relations through conducting educational presentations on responsible pet ownership and local animal laws.
Collaborated with local law enforcement agencies to enforce animal control ordinances and handle dangerous or aggressive animals.
Managed accurate record-keeping systems for all impounded animals, ensuring timely updates and smooth communication with other departments.
Maintained a safe environment for animals in the shelter by performing daily health checks, feeding, and cleaning duties.
Decreased the number of repeat offenses by providing guidance to pet owners on proper care and legal requirements.
Administered microchipping services, and basic medical care for animals under the shelter''s supervision, promoting overall wellbeing.
Ensured proper handling of deceased animals for transport to designated disposal facilities while adhering to established protocols.
Developed strong working relationships with veterinarians, rescue organizations, and other stakeholders within the community for improved collaboration on shared goals.
Facilitated positive outcomes in difficult situations by using conflict resolution skills when interacting with agitated or uncooperative individuals during field operations.
Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with industry best practices and enhance overall job performance.
Investigated and gathered information regarding animal-related complaints.
Unloaded and impounded animals received from animal control and public.
Responded to daily calls to enforce animal control regulations.
Wrote reports of activities and maintained files of impoundments and dispositions of animals.
Customers Officer - Waterfront Ship Rummager
New Zealand Customs Service
08.1975 - 11.2007
Starting as a ship searcher, searching ships for contraband
Arrivals and Departure Officer at NZ Airports - working under the customs act to detect and locate contraband
Customs Drug Dog Handler for the Customs Drug Detector Unit
Searching ships, planes and executing Customs, Police and Corrections warrants from Taupo to Wellington
Established effective relationships with key stakeholders both internally and externally for increased collaboration opportunities.
Wrote detailed narrative reports for use in investigations.
Attended personnel meetings and training sessions to improve skills and learn new policies and procedures.
Prepared and submitted detailed reports regarding assignments and ongoing investigations.
Coordinated operations with other emergency service groups.
Conducted surveillance to detect suspicious activity.
Completed patrols in assigned areas to identify and deter criminal activities.
Collected, preserved and analyzed evidence found at crime scenes.
Testified in court during certain criminal cases.
Interrogated suspects and witnesses to investigate crime scenes and criminal actions.
Searched buildings for criminal activity and illegal substances.
Maintained overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.
Collected, arranged, and input information into database system.
Generated reports detailing findings and recommendations.
Cargo Inspector
X-ray inbound and outbound freight at North Island Ports.
Mechanical Engineering Technician
Royal New Zealand Navy
07.1972 - 01.1975
Steam boiler operator at sea
Responsible for maintaining and running machinery onboard navy vessels
Reduced maintenance downtime by implementing preventive measures and routine inspections.
Onboard Fire Fighter
Reaching the rank of Engineering Mechanic !st Class
Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to industry best practices and company safety guidelines.
Frequently diagnosed mechanical problems and determined how to correct issues.
Identified mechanical problems and determined best solutions for correction.
Operated variety of tools and equipment to complete mechanical repairs.